Barn‑like garage plan offers income loft option
A two car garage design includes a stairway to a loft that can be divided into a three or four room apartment with windows. The loft can also serve as a studio office or hobby space. Overall dimensions are 23 ft 4 in wide 23 ft deep and 21 ft high.
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Augustus Suglia
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Cedar siding paint or stain debate in home decision
A homebuyer asks whether cedar siding should be painted or stained. The author notes cedar is paintable but many prefer staining for natural look and longevity, weighing factors like maintenance and protective finish.
Anti juvenile hormones found in ageratum target insect growth
Cornell researchers led by Dr. William S. Bowers isolated anti juvenile hormone compounds from the common blue ageratum. The plant chemicals may disrupt insect development, eggs, and mating signals, with potential for selective pest control and no environmental toxicity.
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Earl Aronson
Cornell University
William S. Bowers
Bowers
Unsplit Leaf Philodendron Needs Light and Humidity
When split leaf philodendron fails to split, raise light and humidity and water regularly. Provide a climbing support, wipe leaves, and propagate by air roots into soil for new plants.
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