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Whether you’ve used acrylic, latex, or oil-based paint, learn the best way to clean paint brushes so they’re ready to go for your next DIY project.

If a homeowner is thinking about a new door but is unsure of the price, they’ll want to know that door installation costs range from $496 to $1,872, with the national average at $1,160.

Mounting a TV on the wall frees up space and can be a safer option than placing it on a stand. TV mount installation costs between $158 and $360, with a national average cost of $259.

While defined living spaces offer privacy, homebuyers are still searching for the perks of an open layout. Find out how to strike a balance between the two.

Take your renovation from simple to spa-like with a stylish bathtub upgrade.

Bubbled-over, spilled-on oven messes can be difficult to clean without a product that dissolves the gunk. Oven cleaners can make the job easier.

Smoke meats, sear steak, bake pizzas, and do more on these blazing-hot ceramic grills. This guide makes it easy to choose the best kamado grill for your entertaining style and budget.

Discover raised-bed gardening tools that can improve soil quality, simplify maintenance, and increase yields.

Water softeners work wonders for a home’s plumbing system—not to mention residents’ dry skin and hair. The average water softener system cost is $1,500, but it could range from $200 to $6,000.

A new, lush lawn is every homeowner’s dream. Hydroseeding has numerous benefits over other lawn-seeding methods, and hydroseeding cost is reasonable at $500 to $4,000, or a national average of $1,000.

Deep cleaning is hard work, and many homeowners simply don’t have time. Hiring a professional to perform a deep clean can be surprisingly affordable, with the average cost of a house deep clean coming in at $200 to $400.

A water heater is an essential home appliance. When the time comes to install a new one, the average water heater replacement cost ranges from $874 to $1,765, with the national average at $1,293.

Using Epsom salt for plants might boost their health and vibrancy, but use it wisely to avoid doing more harm than good.

If you see signs that moles are wreaking havoc on your lawn, save yourself a headache by learning how to get rid of moles from your yard using humane and safe methods.

Keep your busy cook space sparkling with the best kitchen cleaners for all your different surfaces.

Get Black Friday-level savings this season with these amazing sales.

No more noise pollution! Enjoy the sounds of silence with these easy techniques.

Composite decking is easy to install, durable, and sustainable. Homeowners can install a composite deck for $3,600 to $7,800 or an average cost of about $5,450.

For a backyard that’s both beautiful and practical, you can’t do much better than sourcing materials from Mother Nature. Incorporating elements from the local landscape into a rock garden will lend authenticity and originality to an outdoor space.

If the cost of a high-tech security system is beyond your means, consider these options to help keep your home safe from intruders.