The inherent fragrance of cedar tree wood and its ability to repel insects make it a preferred choice for equipping wardrobes and closets. Nevertheless, the plethora of cedar products available in the ...

Dear James: Our bedroom has a cedar closet, but the scent is almost gone, and I plan to build a second cedar closet. How can I restore the scent, and do you have any tips for the new one? — Melanie F.

Have you noticed your cedar closet starting to lose its scent? This is a common issue as cedar closets age, and it's why ...

Q: I have always liked cedar closets and want to add a small one in my bedroom. How do I build a closet with cedar wood and how do I maintain the cedar scent for years? — Jamie P A: Cedar closets are ...

When we first drive into a mountain area, we know were there without even looking; our nose will tell us. Once you’re among tall pines, spruce, redwood, whatever, the air seems to change for the ...

Q. I have a house that was built in 1960 and comes with a cedar closet. I put a lot of my winter apparel in there, including cashmere sweaters. To my disappointment, when I opened it, it was filled ...

The calendar says it's winter, but it's finally starting to feel like spring in much of the country. That means now is the time to prep for things that come with warmer temperatures that are much less ...

Once you're among tall pines, spruce, redwood or other large stands of trees, the air seems to change for the better. Everything always smells clean and fresh. Cedar is an especially aromatic wood and ...

DEAR HELOISE: My cedar closet is more than 50 years old. There is not even a hint of the cedar scent any longer. Is there any way to revive this old closet? Thank you. — Kathleen Henne, Camp Hill, Pa.

New ugly holiday sweaters are now a multimillion-dollar industry, but the most profoundly hideous among them remain the ancient ones that have survived decades of storage in dusty, moth-ridden closets ...