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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...
When updating or improving a home, saving energy and money are always top of mind—but when there's a hefty tax credit at stake, we have to admit, 2022 and 2023 home improvements are even ...
No matter how clean your home may be, it's probably still a little dusty. Dust is a nuisance, but it's also pretty gross: The particles that make up dust come from dirt, pollen, mold spor...
Memory foam mattresses have become the go-to construction for most of America’s bedding manufacturers due to memory’s foam’s unique cushioning and support properties. Originally developed...
Upscale designers know a sneaky little home décor trick that can mean the difference between a “ho-hum” abode and a “wow” pad: The secret’s on the floor! Known in the trade as the “fifth ...
Q: Recently I’ve been finding small black pellets in the basement, and I hear scratching noises when I go down there. I’ve also noticed that my pantry has a sharp, musky odor. I’m startin...
Many people don’t fully take advantage of their household appliances’ features. A case in point is the standard workhorse of the household: the washing machine. Even bargain washers come ...
A mouse infestation can be enough to make anyone skittish. Those pesky critters can carry a plethora of dangerous diseases and cause plenty of damage to your home, tearing up walls and wi...
The old rules of washing colors in cold water and whites in hot water are fading as consumers become more eco-conscious about energy usage. However, some confusion lingers about the best ...
