At Home: How to get rid of old batteries, bubble wrap, lightbulbs and other household clutter

Shopping with the pros: Organization solutions for a busy family room; Delivering a connection with nature to Amazon's HQ2, in the form of a 2.5-acre public garden; How to repair wallpaper damaged by tape; Fight over River Farm sale provides public look at nonprofit's private workings; Do you have questions about home improvement or homeownership? Let us know.; How to check Internet reliability before moving in; Forget improved productivity. A four-day workweek will make us better humans.; Should you cancel your summer vacation? Crowds, high prices and variants have some travelers reconsidering.; How to deal with regret and forgive yourself for making imperfect decisions; Play today's crossword puzzle for free; Q&A: Leslie Adkins of Trex takes questions on decks ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

Introductory offer: Get one year of digital access for just $40.  Sign up for this newsletter Read online A guide to what's beautiful and practical — and where to find it.     How to get rid of old batteries, bubble wrap, lightbulbs and other household clutter There are ways to safely dispose of — or recycle — hazardous materials, extra pandemic supplies, old eyeglasses and more. By Nicole Anzia ●  Read more »   Shopping with the pros: Organization solutions for a busy family room Designer Quintece Hill-Mattauszek shares suggestions for corralling remote controls, extra blankets, plants and more. By Mari-Jane Williams ●  Read more »   Delivering a connection with nature to Amazon's HQ2, in the form of a 2.5-acre public garden Landscape architect Kate Orff takes inspiration from Rock Creek Park and Great Falls in creating a space filled with native plants, water features and more. By Adrian Higgins ●  Read more »   How to repair wallpaper damaged by tape Added molding might cover the damage. Otherwise, paint could hide it. By Jeanne Huber ●  Read more »   Fight over River Farm sale provides public look at nonprofit's private workings When Laura Dowling first heard fellow board members of the American Horticultural Society discuss selling historic River Farm, she was stunned. The more she learned, the more the idea made little sense. Yet, the proposal rolled on, despite a public outcry, growing internal dissent, an investigation by two attorneys general and opposition from Northern Virginia lawmakers at all levels of government. By Fredrick Kunkle ●  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   Do you have questions about home improvement or homeownership? Let us know. Read more »   How to check Internet reliability before moving in TOWN SQUARE | Whether you're renting an apartment in a new neighborhood, buying a vacation home in a rural area or a new home in different city, asking about Internet service should be on your checklist. By Michele Lerner ●  Read more »     Navigating Your Life The Post's best advice for living through a lockdown, including recipes to make, shows to watch, the best socializing apps, resources for parents, guidance for managing anxiety, and tips for canceled trips. Bookmark this page to have our ever-updating collection of news you can use for Your Life at Home at your fingertips. Forget improved productivity. A four-day workweek will make us better humans. Imagine one extra day a week for learning a skill, taking long walks, connecting with family and friends. Opinion ●  By Christine Emba ●  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   Should you cancel your summer vacation? Crowds, high prices and variants have some travelers reconsidering. Here's what you need to know if you want to cancel a trip this summer. Perspective ●  By Christopher Elliott ●  Read more »   How to deal with regret and forgive yourself for making imperfect decisions Regret may be a common issue tied to decisions made during the pandemic. But it can lead to a mix of shame, anger and depression, unless you deal with it. By Jelena Kecmanovic ●  Read more »   Play today's crossword puzzle for free Play Washington Post's daily crossword puzzles online for free. You can check out our other games online at games.washingtonpost.com. Read more »     Home Front Live Discussion Q&A: Leslie Adkins of Trex takes questions on decks By Jura Koncius ●  Read more »     We think you'll like this newsletter Check out Coronavirus Updates for news to help you stay safe and informed during the pandemic. Access to all stories in the newsletter is free. Sign up »

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