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8 Care Tips for Houseplants in Winter
Over the winter months, when your outdoor garden has little to boast about, the greenery inside your home lifts spirits and keeps the air fresh. But believe it or not, even if a plant lives in a pot indoors, it r...
What's the Difference? Prefinished vs. Unfinished Hardwood Flooring
The to-do lists are long in a home renovation—and that's before you account for unexpected tasks like running to the store to pick up a new size of fasteners or redoing a splotchy paint job. So, when it comes to ...
The Best Standing Desks for the Office
Sitting at a desk all day has long been associated with “secretary’s spread”—the phenomenon of sedentary office workers gaining weight gradually over time. But doctors at the Mayo Clinic point out more serious he...
4 Important Tools for Detecting a Gas Leak
Stop for a moment and consider the number of appliances in the home that run on gas. These days, many stoves, furnaces, and water heaters operate smoothly and safely on propane or natural gas. But the possibilit...
The Best Robot Vacuums for Effortless Cleaning Routines
Nobody enjoys dragging a heavy vacuum across all carpeted floors of the house and repeating the job only a week later, but dust, debris, and pet hair don't stop for anyone. Over time, the need for a better (read:...
Solved! What to Do About Water Hammer
Q: When the water reaches the fill level in my washing machine and the agitation cycle starts, I always hear a loud series of bangs in the pipes behind the wall. What’s causing this? Will it harm the pipes?A: The...
The Best Chainsaws, According to DIYers
As much as chainsaws hold appeal for tool geeks and aspiring lumberjacks, they are also quite handy for average homeowners, particularly those who like to do landscaping or heat the home with a wood fire. The br...
Solved! Can You Paint Over Wood Stain?
Q: My childhood dresser is beautiful but the wood stain looks faded. I’d love to update it with fresh paint and new hardware, but I’ve heard that you can’t get good results painting over stain. Is that true—and i...
How To: Install Base Cabinets
One fundamental rule applies to the installation of just about anything: If you get the first piece right, the others fall into position. Misplace the first piece, however, and you're likely to experience a serie...
How to Make Your Christmas Tree Last All Season
You found the perfect Christmas tree, now you just need to make sure it survives until December 25. Luckily, with these helpful tips keeping your fir fresh isn't too hard to manage.
