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Feeling inundated with stuff? Declutter using one or more of these minimizing trends to help you feel less overwhelmed and more in control over your home environment.

Rainwater harvesting is an eco-friendly practice, but understand the risks before adding rain barrel water to your vegetable garden.

Dryer sheets are handy far beyond their original function as static-fighting clothing softeners. The next time you need to dust, deodorize, or repel pests, grab a box of these laundry essentials.

Creaking doors, cold spots, moving objects: Many of these scary houses have infamous histories, and former residents who reportedly still haunt the premises.

Add warmth and functionality to your kitchen by installing this age-old countertop material.

Giving your home's exterior an update with new house numbers is as easy as 1-2-3

Looking for some easy, quick ways to change up your flooring? Whether you rent or own, these ideas will transform your space in no time.

Is ash good for plants, compost, or both? Neither? These are common questions about uses for wood ash that come to mind when burning firewood, and—luckily—wood ash offers a few worthwhile benefits in the garden and compost pile.

Stock up on the best pool closing supplies to keep your swimming pool in perfect condition before winter.

Usually dedicated to parking or storage, the garage is a space of untapped potential in our homes and is not the first place we think of when it comes to stylish floor options. We’ve uncovered garage flooring worth your while.

Score major savings on outdoor furniture, gardening supplies, Halloween decor, and more.

Power surges happen more often than you might imagine. In this article we look at what causes them, and what can you do to prevent damage.

Do you dream of ditching your car and running errands on your own two feet? In these cities, where stores, restaurants, and parks are often a mere stroll away, walking is not just an option, but a way of life.

I took the Merlin Bird ID app for a test run to discover the magic of modern birdwatching.

Here’s how to light the way to a brighter home during the next blackout.

The sticky, sickening feeling of walking face-first into a cobweb is a tried-and-true scary-movie trope, but what exactly is a cobweb? Is it the same as a spiderweb? How come cobwebs always seem unoccupied?

Adorn clothes, customize cloth napkins, and create handmade decorations with these basic hand-embroidery stitches.

In some parts of the country, watering your home’s foundation can prevent cracks and shifting, but this questionable practice has both pros and cons to consider.

Not every DIY paint job leads to a perfect outcome. With these fixes for the most glaring painting mistakes, however, you can pull off a pro-looking project.

Don’t get left in the dark or cold—be prepared during a power outage with products that will keep on running.