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If you’re an avid woodworker, or if you frequently find yourself surrounded by the residue of carpentry projects, you might often find yourself contemplating how to dispose of an abundanc...
Cohabitating with unwelcome critters is no one's idea of fun. Armed with a few basic tools and a bit of knowledge, however, you can create a pest-free environment in no time. While profes...
According to the National Fire Protection Association, 26 percent of fires between 2016 and 2020 occurred in the home. Cooking equipment, smoking, and heating equipment are among the lead...
Although many modern homes are equipped with air conditioning, and it may be your go-to solution for keeping the house cool on a hot summer day, AC may not always be an option. Those who ...
Is your car making a loud noise when accelerating, braking, or just sitting in the driveway? Today’s cars are quieter than the clunkers of old, yet certain squeaks, rattles, and hums are ...
When the two plugs in a wall outlet simply aren’t enough to power the lights and gadgets we need to run our lives, most of us turn to power strips to fulfill our demands for electricity. ...
There are many benefits to gardening, including spending time outdoors, the satisfaction of growing plants from seed, relaxation and, of course, fresh vegetables to eat. Many new hobbies ...
Why do we lose an hour of sleep each spring only to gain it back in the fall? Blame founding father Benjamin Franklin, who suggested in a 1784 essay that people should get out of bed one ...
A home can harbor all sorts of lingering and unpleasant aromas: think cat urine, stale cigar smoke, last Sunday’s fried fish, and stench from the bathroom. The range and nastiness of thes...
Early American homes were rugged and rustic—the ultimate DIY project. Today, modern homesteaders can build a new house with the same frontier appeal by using a log cabin kit. No need to c...
