Emily Burns Morgan

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

A writing instructor and lecturer at the University of Colorado, Emily Burns Morgan holds Bachelor's degrees in English and Philosophy from St. Lawrence University, as well as a Master's degree in Literature from Portland state University. In addition to covering home and garden topics for BobVila.com, Ms. Morgan has contributed to Propeller and The Rumpus. Emily Burns Morgan on Twitter | LinkedIn

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | TUESDAY
How To: Weed Your Garden

Even late into the season, the summer can seem like one prolonged fight against garden weeds. The bad news? There's no winning this war; you'll be engaged on the front lines so long as yo...

AUGUST 20, 2013 | TUESDAY
How to Plant a Bush or Shrub

Planting bushes and shrubs can add depth and diversity to your landscape. You can use them to add splashes of color to your backyard or define borders, frames, or fences around your home....

JULY 31, 2013 | WEDNESDAY
Shower Heads 101

Gone are the days of the utilitarian shower head. Today's spigots are anything but standard. From sleek handheld units to adjustable sprays to stand-up spas, the bathroom hardware aisle h...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012 | FRIDAY
Everything You Need to Know About Winterizing Pipes

As you ready your house for the colder months ahead, don’t forget about your water system. When water freezes, it expands. So if the temperature of your pipes drops below 32 degrees, even...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012 | THURSDAY
Fall Mums: How to Care for Autumn’s Hardy, Colorful Blooms

Boldly colored fall mums on porches or planted in garden beds are wonderful harbingers of fall, going hand in hand with that nip in the air, the turning leaves, and the children in their ...

AUGUST 23, 2012 | THURSDAY
How To: Clean Painted Walls

Cleaning painted walls may seem like a daunting task, but it’s actually quite simple, albeit time-consuming. When washing walls, whether you’re doing yearly cleaning or getting rid of a s...

JULY 20, 2012 | FRIDAY
How To: Install Floating Shelves

Before hanging anything, it’s important to find out what your wall is made of. Ideally, you should attach floating shelves (or anything else you’re hanging) to a wall stud, as this will g...