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JUNE 8, 2017 | THURSDAY
How To: Mud Drywall
"Mudding," the process of applying multiple thin coats of drywall compound to the joints and screw indentations in newly hung drywall, sounds messy—and it is. But when done correctly, the result is a wa...
JUNE 5, 2017 | MONDAY
How To: Make Your Own All-Purpose Cleaner
While more and more households are going chemical-free, no one wants to sacrifice cleanliness, especially in the kitchen and bath, where banishing bacteria is a must. Commercial non-toxic cleaners tend to be pric...
JUNE 2, 2017 | FRIDAY
How To: Attract Hummingbirds
With iridescent wings that catch the light as they flit between flowers, hummingbirds have earned their nickname of “flying jewels. ” There are more than 300 species of these migratory winged wonders, 12 of which...
JUNE 1, 2017 | THURSDAY
How To: Clean Brick
The naturally distressed patina of brick adds to its desirability indoors and out, but too much dirt accumulation can reduce the beautifully weathered blocks—not to mention the mortar between them—to unattractive...
JUNE 1, 2017 | THURSDAY
13 Hacks Every Car Owner Should Know
Your car is an extension of your home, but how often do you treat it with the same TLC you give your house? Keep your wheels in good condition with these simple-but-genius car hacks that will make life on the roa...
JUNE 1, 2017 | THURSDAY
Buyer’s Guide: Solar Path Lights
Many homeowners like to enjoy the warmer months by entertaining in the backyard, dining on the patio, and playing lawn games. Solar path lights add the extra brightness to your outdoor space that allows these sor...
JUNE 1, 2017 | THURSDAY
How To: Wash a Sleeping Bag
Your sleeping bag is your bed away from bed during warm weather, whether during full-on camping or nights of backyard stargazing. But, set up outdoors, this essential summer accessory is bound to accumulate dirt,...
MAY 24, 2017 | WEDNESDAY
Solved! The Great Debate on Mowing Wet Grass
I’ve seen a neighbor mow the lawn in the morning shortly after sprinklers quit, but I was under the impression that this practice was ineffective when the blades are still wet. Is it actually OK to be mowing wet...
MAY 23, 2017 | TUESDAY
Renew a Wood Fence in Just 3 Steps
Do you have a flaking eyesore of a fence that plagues the perimeter of your property? While there are no shortcuts to a quality prep job, using the right tools and techniques greatly reduces the time it takes to ...
MAY 23, 2017 | TUESDAY
The Right Way to Seal Concrete
Concrete is one of the most popular construction materials around, and for good reason: It’s affordable, structurally sound, and versatile enough to use for everything from garage floors and retaining walls to ki...