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How To's & Quick Tips
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
What Do Dryer Balls Do—and Do They Actually Work?
Q: I've heard about dryer balls, but I don’t know how they work or if they're effective. What do dryer balls do, a...
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SAVANNAH SHER
How To's & Quick Tips
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
How Much Water Does a Dishwasher Use?
Q: I moved into a house with existing appliances, including a dishwasher, and my first water bill was much higher tha...
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TIMOTHY DALE
Lawn & Garden
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
9 Types of Pools to Consider for Your Outdoor Space Upgrade
Have you finally decided to take the plunge—pun intended—and add a pool to your property? If so, you have a few big d...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
Painting
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
This Is the Best Way to Get Paint Off of Hardwood Floors
Whether you decided to paint the walls in your home yourself or chose to hire a professional, no one wants to find pa...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
Painting
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
How to Touch Up Paint on Walls Like a Pro
The walls in your home take a tremendous amount of abuse from people, pets, and objects brushing up against them day ...
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TONY CARRICK
Lawn & Garden
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
7 Tips for Growing Big Plants Indoors
Big houseplants make a bold statement, adding drama and creating a vibrant, living focal point in any room. In additi...
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LORI LOVELY
How To's & Quick Tips
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
VA Loan vs. Conventional Loan: 12 Differences and What They Mean for You
Home buyers might be surprised to learn how many mortgage options they have when shopping for a new house. Active and...
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TARA SEBOLDT
How To's & Quick Tips
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
The Best Stanley Tumbler Alternatives to Keep You Hydrated
The Stanley Quencher tumbler is the water vessel of the moment, and not only for its eye-catching design. Fans praise...
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JASMINE HARDING
Painting
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
Sherwin-Williams vs. Behr: Finding the Right Paint for Every Type of Decorating Challenge
Investing in high-quality paint always works out best in the long run. For a few extra bucks, you get great coverage,...
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BOB BEACHAM
Tools & Workshop
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
The 25 Best Products Our Readers Bought in February
Each month we ask you—our trusty Bob Vila readers—to tell us what to buy. This month, it seems like everyone is ready...
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NICOLE PYLES
Major Systems
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
How Much Does a Whole-House Reverse Osmosis System Cost to Install?
Highlights The average cost of a whole-house reverse osmosis system is $2,200, but a typical range is $150 to $4,800...
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TIMOTHY DALE
How To's & Quick Tips
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
Is There a Doorbell Camera That Works Without Wi-Fi?
Q: I’ve been looking for a doorbell camera for my home, but I’m a little nervous about it being hacked. Is there a do...
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JONATHON BITNER JR.
Lawn & Garden
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
How to Get Lawn Care Customers: Simple Ways to Turn a Budding Business Into a Lucrative One
Starting a lawn care business requires a business plan, a well-thought-out budget, and the right equipment. But lawn ...
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AMBER GUETEBIER
Kitchen
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
What’s the Difference Between Bar Height and Counter Height?
Choosing between bar-height vs. counter-height bar stools and tables is important to get right in kitchen design. Wit...
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BOB BEACHAM
Major Systems
February 29, 2024 | Thursday
How Much Does Gas Line Installation Cost?
Highlights The average gas line installation cost is $558, though a typical range is $120 to $1,350. Several factor...
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KATIE FLANNERY
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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...