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Turn heads and be an out-of-this-world neighbor by creating a garden with these captivating sci-fi elements.

Historic and vintage homes have a lot to offer potential buyers who know what to look for in their investment.

It may seem odd to us, but there’s often a logical reason why a toilet is in a weird location.

I hate to admit it, but my spouse was right on this one.

Use these top repellents to make sure skunks don’t have an opportunity to stink up your home.

This medicine cabinet staple is a treatment for far more than relieving digestive issues. Put Alka-Seltzer tablets to work cleaning stained coffee cups, dishwashers—even laundry stains!

How many holiday lights do you need in order to illuminate your home’s exterior, and how can you hang them safely? Here’s how to put together a light display that’s the envy of the neighborhood.

When shopping for hardwood flooring, knowing the different options and their effect on price can keep homeowners within their budget. Hardwood flooring cost typically runs from $2,481 to $7,026, with $4,721 as the national average.

I tested 9 Husqvarna lawn and garden machines to maintain my grass, leaves, trees, and more. Here’s my take on this popular brand.

The cost of pavers vs. concrete can be a deciding factor in the choice of material for a driveway or patio. This guide will outline all the differences to help with this decision.

Take advantage of sales on TVs, major appliances, outdoor gear, and more.

Once relegated to the mudroom, beadboard is now featured in homes’ main living areas. Dress up your traditional or farmhouse-style space by DIY-ing your own beadboard walls.

Friends are on their way over for an impromptu get-together, but your bathroom is in serious need of a deep cleaning. Here’s a plan for getting it in shape before your guests arrive.

A dehumidifier can help prevent excess moisture in the air from turning into a mold and mildew problem. Learn how to select the best possible unit, and what size dehumidifier you need for your space.

Are squirrels eating pumpkins in your outdoor fall displays? Here's what you can do to distract and deter the animals without harming them.

Depending on their property’s flood zone, homeowners may be required by their mortgage lender to purchase flood coverage.

Closing a pool properly protects your investment from cold-weather damage, and will spare you a litany of maintenance headaches come next spring.

Experience the magic of old houses and discover solutions for bringing them up to today's contemporary living standards.

New flooring can refresh and change the whole feeling of a home, but it’s key to properly calculate how much material is necessary at the start.

New flooring can perk up a whole home and make it feel fresh and new—but buying at the wrong time can be costly in more than one way.