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By Deirdre Mundorf

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How to Clean Up the Garage, the Busiest Space of Summer

By Deirdre Mundorf

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This Is the Best AC Temperature for Energy Savings, According to Experts

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Cleaning & Organizing

Yes, It’s Possible to Undo a Zip Tie—Here’s How

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How to Clean Roof Shingles Properly

By Deirdre Mundorf

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How to Store a Mattress the Right Way

By Deirdre Mundorf

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Dawn Powerwash Recipe: How to DIY the Ultimate Dish Soap

By Deirdre Mundorf

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Is Dog Pee Killing Grass in Your Lawn? Here’s How to Fix It

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17 Rain Barrels That Make Water Conservation Stylish

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This Unique Swimming Pool Stays Clean Naturally—But It’s Not Maintenance-Free

By Deirdre Mundorf

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9 Types of Stairs to Consider for Your Next Remodel

By Deirdre Mundorf

15 Spring Cleaning Must-Haves Under $15

22 Spring-Cleaning Must-Haves—Starting at Just $5

By Savannah Sher, Deirdre Mundorf

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Experts Answer This Age-Old Question About Paint

By Deirdre Mundorf

The 18 Best Generator Brands

By Tony Carrick, Deirdre Mundorf, Bob Beacham

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How to Get Rid of Chickweed Naturally

By Deirdre Mundorf

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Backup Generators

How Lowe’s Helps You Prepare for Natural Disasters

By Deirdre Mundorf

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Does Peppermint Oil Repel Bugs? Here’s What Experts Say

By Patricia Fetter, Deirdre Mundorf

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Does Closing the Toilet Lid Before Flushing Reduce the Spread of Germs?

By Deirdre Mundorf

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5 Ways You Can Use Magnets to Clean Your Home

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How to Get Candle Wax Out of a Jar: 4 Effective Methods

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Paints & Finishes

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Driveways & Walkways

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By Deirdre Mundorf

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How to Get Rid of Clover Mites—and Why You Should Never Squish Them

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Painting & Finishing

The 15 Best Paint Brands

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Skills & Techniques

This Is the Best (and Cheapest) Way to Flatten a New Area Rug

By Deirdre Mundorf

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Solved! Why Is My Gas Bill So High?

By Deirdre Mundorf

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Appliances & Cookware

The 8 Best Chest Freezers for Extra Cold Storage, Vetted

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Cleaning & Organizing

How to Deep Clean Your House Room by Room

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How to Make Homemade Foaming Hand Soap

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Repair & Maintenance

How to Remove Command Strips—Even Tricky Broken Ones

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Lighting & Electrical

Do Christmas Lights Use a Lot of Electricity?

By Deirdre Mundorf

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Furniture & Design

7 Easy Ways to Make a Sofa Bed More Comfortable

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Cleaning & Organizing

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Holidays & Celebrations

5 Things to Know Before Buying a Holiday Inflatable

By Deirdre Mundorf

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Building & Installing

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By Deirdre Mundorf

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6 Pool Care Tips for Winter Snow and Ice

By Deirdre Mundorf

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What to Do With Old Cell Phones (Because You Can’t Throw Them Away)

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Holidays & Celebrations

The Results Are In: When Do You Put Up and Take Down Your Christmas Decorations?

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Tree Eyes and Bloody Bark: Creepy Tree Features and What They Mean

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The 7 Best Places to Buy Halloween Decorations

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