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5 Ways to Prevent Cracks in Concrete—and 1 Easy Fix
<p>Even if it's your first concrete project, you can ensure a long-lasting, professional finish by steering clear of a few pitfalls and, if necessary, using the right repair products. </p> <br/> <br/> <p><em>...
The Best Tower Fans, According to Reviewers
During the summer months, many homeowners use a fan to assist in circulating indoor air and increasing the comfort level of a too-warm room. Of all of the different types of fans exist on the market—window, pedes...
The Best Cordless Drills, According to DIYers
Just as cellular technology freed the telephone, the advent of lithium-ion batteries forever altered the landscape of power tools. Powering a tool with a long-lasting battery afforded a handy homeowner much more ...
9 Mistakes You Should Never Make with the American Flag
Flying the grand old flag on Memorial Day is a great way to honor our servicemen and women who have sacrificed so much for our country. Not only is it festive to hang the flag, but doing so serves as a reminder t...
Solved! What It Means When Your Toilet Hisses
Q: How’s this for a peculiar plumbing problem: After every flush, our toilet hisses, just like a loud snake. It started making the noise a few months ago, and it seems to be getting louder by the week. I’ve also ...
11 Things to Know Before Visiting the Lumber Yard
Choosing the right wood for a home improvement project can be tricky for experienced woodworkers and novice DIYers alike. Luckily, knowing a few key lumber facts can make it easier to select the right woods for a...
The Best Kitchen Trash Cans for Every Budget
The best kitchen trash cans not only hold garbage, they do so in a sanitary, unobtrusive manner. If you have a too-small can that regularly overflows, or if the liners keep slipping down and causing slimy spills ...
How To: Get Rid of Creeping Charlie
Creeping Charlie—Glechoma hederacea, also commonly known as ground ivy—is an insidious weed that is both resilient and adaptable, making it very difficult to control successfully. A member of the mint family, it ...
5 Ways to Make Laundry Day Better
With so many of us juggling more responsibilities than ever, it’s no wonder that folks find doing the wash such a drag. And all that sorting, washing, drying, and folding doesn't just take up huge amounts of time...
16 Pro Tips for Painting Interior Doors
Give your doors a fresh coat and you’ll be surprised by the striking impact it has on a room.
