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Managing Construction
March 07, 2024 | Thursday
Estimate vs. Contract: What Are You Really Signing With a Contractor?
You've probably heard the advice to get everything in writing when dealing with a remodeling contractor. Any reputabl...
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JEFF VASISHTA
Bathroom
March 06, 2024 | Wednesday
What Is the Average Bathroom Size, Anyway?
Q: I'm planning a remodel and was wondering, what’s the average bathroom size?A: Whether you’re adding a new bathroom...
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SAVANNAH SHER
Basement & Garage
March 06, 2024 | Wednesday
Keep Your Sedan Shiny With the Best Pressure Washers for Cars
While automobile owners can absolutely use a garden hose and sprayer attachment to keep their cars clean, a pressure ...
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TONY CARRICK
Tools & Workshop
March 05, 2024 | Tuesday
The Best Drywall Lifts to Simplify Construction Projects
I know from personal experience that a good drywall lift can make a world of difference. Without one, hanging drywall...
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BOB BEACHAM
Lawn & Garden
March 05, 2024 | Tuesday
Need Better Workwear for Spring Yard Work? Duluth Trading Company Has You Covered With 25% Off
Just in time for spring, Duluth Trading Company has knocked 25 percent off select styles and tools so you can upgrade...
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ANN-SOPHIE KAEMMERLE
Lawn & Garden
March 05, 2024 | Tuesday
Why Every Plant Parent Needs This Popular Plug-In Fly Trap
If you’re wondering what fly traps have to do with houseplants, consider yourself lucky. Since collecting a borderlin...
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JENNY STANLEY
Kitchen
March 05, 2024 | Tuesday
Better Taste, Better Water Flow: A Brita Faucet Water Filter Review
A 2022 Gallup poll revealed that 57 percent of respondents “worry a great deal” about pollution of drinking water. Th...
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MARK WOLFE
Lawn & Garden
March 05, 2024 | Tuesday
Mole vs. Vole Damage—3 Key Differences for Identification (and What to Do About Each Pest)
What You Need to Know Moles and voles are both nuisance wildlife animals that can do significant damage to lawns and...
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DANIELLE FALLON
Lawn & Garden
March 04, 2024 | Monday
How to Grow Beets for a Superfood Supply in Your Own Backyard
As Michigan State University notes, “Beets are not one of the more popular vegetables. ” At least they didn’t use to ...
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AUDREY STALLSMITH
Lawn & Garden
March 04, 2024 | Monday
How to Use Straw Mulch for Vegetable Gardening
Starting a vegetable garden can be a rewarding prospect for any homeowner. In addition to having fresh veggies on the...
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AMBER GUETEBIER
Tools & Workshop
March 04, 2024 | Monday
3 Reasons Millennials Are Quitting DIY Projects Before They’re Done
Many homeowners have renovation projects in mind to turn their outdated abodes into beloved dwellings. A recent surve...
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KAT HODGINS
Basement & Garage
March 04, 2024 | Monday
Does Having an Attached Garage Impact Indoor Air Quality?
In the early 1900s, attached garages started popping up and becoming more commonplace. And why wouldn’t they? This sp...
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KAT HODGINS
How To's & Quick Tips
March 04, 2024 | Monday
What Does the Junk Hauler Do With Your Old Stuff—And Why You Should Care
DIY projects, moves, or simple spring cleaning can create a pile of extra or unwanted items. While many charities tak...
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TERESA ODLE
Bathroom
March 04, 2024 | Monday
The American Standard Spectra Plus Duo Shower Head: A 2-in-1 With 4 Settings
With its ability to deliver a soothing mist, a luxurious rainfall, a massaging stream, or a powerful rinse, the Ameri...
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TONY CARRICK
How To's & Quick Tips
March 01, 2024 | Friday
Product Recalls You Need to Know as of March 1, 2024
Keeping up-to-date with the latest product recalls is essential in keeping our homes safe. The U. S. Consumer Product...
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SAVANNAH SHER
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Regulating the Refrigerator Temperature
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It’s a trend that's growing in popularity: Houses are shrinking. Homeowners keen on paring down have begun learning how to...
Put your firewood to work! The folks at Studio St. Paul took firewood storage to the next level by burrowing wooden crates...
Not every house is outfitted with an entire mudroom but—as this space designed by Normandy Remodeling proves—you don’t nee...
Ombré, a gradual shift in shading from one color to another, is a hot trend and a great way to add color to a room. Choose...
In today's homes, fireplaces are commonly found in a family room, but historically, they were located in the kitchen, wher...
Take a page from floating book shelves and build boot shelves to make the most of small storage spaces. The cut-out patter...
Oh, what a coat of paint can do—especially a tranquil watercolor shade of blue against pure white. The restful combination...
Wait—don't throw away that old belt! Arranged into large squares or tiles, used leather belts make a uniquely warm and sof...
Chalkboard paint features prominently in this elegant yet unpretentious headboard design. Add a new message daily to reflec...
Using salvaged wood as a wall treatment adds depth and texture that walls often lack. Here, pieces of exterior siding, bar...
The indecisive homeowner need not fret over choosing one (or even two) cabinet colors. The kitchen cabinets in this artist...
If you love the look of an industrial pendant light but can't stand staring at a stark cord, disguise it! A thick jute rop...
Simple and striking, a couple of pieces of "lovingly used" furniture creates a special kind of charm. A weathered chair fo...
First dress up your metal shelves with a coat of paint in an accent color that complements your kitchen decor. Then arrang...
Schlepping hampers to the laundry room becomes a thing of the past with this spacious closet that also houses a stacked wa...
How To: Light a Fire in a Fireplace
At first, it may seem like a foolproof undertaking: You put some wood in the fireplace, light a m...