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Replacing or installing carpeting can make a room look brand new. What's more, you can save quite a bit of money if you do the job yourself.

If jasmine is your favorite fragrance or flavor, try raising the plants from which the teasing and tea-licious flowers are harvested.

Making an offer on a home? Find out if high levels of radon gas are present, and how to mitigate it safely. 

Vacuuming isn't enough to keep your carpets stain and dirt free, particularly if you have pets. Here's why it's important to schedule regular carpet shampooing, and how to complete the task properly.

Not a millionaire? Not a problem. You can still build the perfect mechanic's garage for wrenching.

For those seeking a long-lasting and low-maintenance siding material that is durable and looks great, fiber cement is an appealing choice.

A little DIY know-how and a few supplies and tools can transform a ho-hum dining chair into a seat of distinction. Here's how to recover a chair seat cushion and breathe new life into your decor.

Add this symbol of love, light, and happiness to your houseplant collection.

Turn your backyard into the neighborhood drive-in this weekend with inspiration from 5 easy-to-make outdoor projector screens. Plus, learn about the best materials to use and additional equipment needed to create the ultimate alfresco movie-viewing experience.

Straw bales aren’t just for horses and hayrides anymore! This perennial sign of fall has become a go-to for creating chic outdoor home decor and so much more.

Sprinkle your houseplant collection with peperomias, whose small size, ease of care, and attractive foliage can make them real pepper-uppers!

Are your plants looking sad, or simply not growing? The problem might be in the soil. Here’s the dirt on how soil amendments can help.

Insulating the garage door will help keep your workshop comfortable year round. Here’s what to know about the best types of insulation for the job, and how to get the project started.

Clear clogs quickly, easily, and correctly by following these tips for choosing and using a plunger.

Shop now for deep discounts on top brands like LG, Whirlpool, GE, and Frigidaire. Hurry, these deals won’t last!

Create some outdoor fun this summer—the old-fashioned way—with this easy tire swing how-to.

Prevent accidents on outdoor floors and other surfaces with a gritty, traction-lending mixture of paint and sand. Here's how.

Choosing perennials for containers instead of the traditional short-lived annuals seems like a smart idea, right? Here's what you need to know.

Grow different types of wildflowers to provide pollen and seeds for birds, bees, and butterflies, as well as a wildly wonderful landscape for yourself.

Regular cleaning helps preserve pewter tableware and decor. This guide can help you care for this soft, durable, and beautiful metal.