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How To: Overseed a Lawn For a Lush, Green Yard
A full, green lawn creates curb appeal and makes you feel like sipping an iced tea on the back patio. But if bare spots peek through and weeds overpower the grass, the lawn might be more of an eyesore than a poin...
The Simple and Mess-Free Way to Install Tile
Considered a high-end upgrade—until now—installing tile has been the domain of professional tile setters, due in large part to the complex and messy method of attaching the tiles to the wall with thin-set mortar....
12 Tips and Tricks We Learned from Professional Movers
Take some of the stress, accidents, and guesswork out of moving with these top tips from the pros.
The Best Portable Air Conditioners for Your Home
Window AC units and full-blown central air conditioning systems aren’t a viable option in many homes and buildings. Fortunately, in these situations it's often possible to fall back on one of the most flexible cl...
The Best Tower Fans for Cooling the House
Many people use a fan to assist in circulating indoor air and increasing comfort. Of all the different types of fans that exist on the market—window, pedestal, box, and wall-mount varieties—tower fans sometimes r...
How To: Remove Stain from Wood
If you're updating hardwood floors or refinishing a piece of furniture, for the best results, you need to remove the existing stain first. Removing wood stain can be an involved process since it absorbs into the ...
12 Tips from Suburban Homeowners Who Have Started Raising Chickens
Nothing boosts self-sufficiency quite like raising your own chickens. Not only do chicken owners claim that their home-raised eggs taste better than store-bought eggs, chickens eat a variety of unwanted insects, ...
5 Things to Know When Removing Carpet from Stairs
There’s a lot to love about carpet when it’s new. It’s thick and fluffy, feels great on your feet, and adds warmth and comfort to your home. But after years of use, carpeting just doesn’t look or feel the same. T...
How To: Install a Smoke Detector
Your home’s first line of defense against fires and smoke should be a trusty set of smoke detectors. These devices pick up on smoke in the air and alert you to its presence. The idea is that the alarm will activa...
Top Tips for Keeping Countertops Like New
Maintaining your countertops may require more than a simple cleaning. Here are top tips for maintaining every material.
