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Could something you’ve introduced into your home bring bad luck, relationship problems, or even death? Superstitions from around the world, some with roots trailing back thousands of year...
Pantries date back to medieval times, and in those days were rooms that only stored bread. In most of today's homes, these spaces are dedicated to housing a wider variety of foods, someti...
Once December rolls around, Christmas trees pop up in living rooms and public spaces nationwide. Though their twinkling lights, dazzling ornaments, and elegant garlands are synonymous wit...
Whether newly installed or more than a hundred years old, hardwood floors are a striking feature in many homes. Wood is a naturally resilient material, and sealed with a urethane finish h...
Cleaning an electric blanket can seem intimidating, even hazardous. Mixing water with electricity? No, thank you. But an electric blanket should be washed every month, prior to being stor...
In the early 20th century, a handful of companies, including Sears, Roebuck and Co., sold tens of thousands of mail-order homes. Available in a variety of styles and at a range of price p...
You may think of spring as the season to really get going on the garden, but professional landscapers know that fall is actually the best time to work in the yard! Great growing condition...
We all freak out when we hear about an oncoming hurricane, but your house can lose electricity even during a run-of-the-mill rainstorm if a branch lands the wrong way on your power line! ...
Remodeling is a big investment—and whether you’re doing it for your own benefit or with an eye towards selling your house, it’s nice to know which redos are going to get you the biggest b...
Ah, your coffee machine! It’s your daily savior first thing in the morning—because does anything smell better than a fresh-brewed pot of coffee? But the appliance also heats water up to a...
