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Eggshells sprinkled in the soil of a potted plant.
Gardening

How to Use Eggshells for Plants (in the Garden or in Pots)

Since you can’t make an omelet without breaking a few eggs, you need something to do with all those shells.

Woman cleaning upholstered chair with a cloth; cleaning supplies in foreground.
DIY

These DIY Upholstery Cleaners Work as Well as Store-Bought Options

Soak, dab, and gently clean away dirt and stains with inexpensive upholstery cleaners you can make at home.

Woman wearing a flannel shirt and cleaning gloves reaching into her dishwasher to access the filter.
Cleaning & Organizing

How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter

If you notice a funky smell coming from your dishwasher and dishes aren’t coming out as clean as they usually do, it’s likely because the dishwasher filter is overdue for a cleaning.

Home with stone features and front porch.
Safety & Security

15 Household Items That Could Save Your Life

Make sure your household is prepared for any accidents or disasters with these essential items.

how to get rid of creeping charlie
Lawn & Garden

How to Get Rid of Creeping Charlie

Creeping Charlie is very difficult to control once it takes hold in your yard. Get expert advice about the best ways to eradicate it.

Person holding keys stuck in door lock.
Doors

5 Fixes for a Stuck Key

Leaving your keys at home isn't the only way to get locked out. If your key gets stuck in a lock, try these tricks for getting back inside your house without having to call a locksmith.

Nine all-purpose cleaners on a countertop in front of white subway tile
Cleaning Supplies

The Best All-Purpose Cleaners to Make Your Entire Home Sparkle, Tested

The best all-purpose cleaners tackle germs, grease, and grime on a variety of surfaces. Here are the best ones on the market.

A pink peony in a home garden with a graphic overlay that says plant care 101.
Gardening

How to Grow Peonies to Achieve the Ultimate Cottage Garden at Home

Although peonies can be slow to produce, the size and sumptuousness of those old-fashioned flowers makes them worth waiting for.

A person replacing a flush valve on a leaking or running toilet.
Toilets

How to Replace a Toilet Flush Valve Step by Step

Save yourself some money by learning how to DIY this important home repair.

Succulents in glass terrarium.
House Plants

How to Make a Terrarium in 5 Simple Steps

Living in a glass house might not be much fun for people, but some plants flourish under the always-on-view conditions of glass terrariums.

A DIYer using a glue gun on a piece of plywood with a graphic overlay that says Tool Tutorial.
Easy DIY Projects

How to Use a Glue Gun for Crafting and Home DIY

Glue guns are convenient tools for crafters and DIYers, but can burn you if you don't use them correctly. Learn how to use a hot glue gun safely, and get to crafting and fixing.

The Best Bed Bug Spray Option
Reviews

The Best Bed Bug Sprays for DIY Pest Control

Don’t let your carpets, curtains, furniture, and bedding become the permanent home of a bed bug infestation. Grab the best bed bug spray and eradicate these parasites.

Many whiteflies on the undersides of a plant's leaves.
Garden Pests

How to Get Rid of Whiteflies on Plants

These tiny winged insects can devastate vegetable gardens and ornamental plants. Follow this multipronged approach to eradicate whiteflies without using chemicals.

A grandfather, father, and son moving into a new home.
Buying

5 Home Ownership Expenses That Are Tax Deductible—and 5 That Aren’t

Find out how last year’s home purchase or refinance can (and can’t) help lower your tax burden.

How to Get Rid of Squash Bugs
Pest Control

How to Get Rid of Squash Bugs—and Keep Them out of Your Garden for Good

Protect your cucumbers, pumpkins, squash, and other gourds from squash bugs by following these simple tips for removal and prevention.

Hands holding clear plastic bag.
Repurposing

20 Seriously Surprising Uses for Ziploc Bags

Zipper-close plastic baggies aren't just for leftovers and school snacks. Learn how handy they are for organizing, gardening, DIY, and even pest control.

The Best Presidents' Day Sales of 2024
Deals

The Best Presidents’ Day Sales You Can Shop

Enjoy impressive discounts on tools, bedding, appliances, and more.

The Best Heat Press Machines Options
Reviews

The Best Heat Press Machines for DIY Projects

Customize accessories at home with a handy heat-press machine.

Sewage Backup Cleanup Cost
Cleaning

How Much Does Sewage Backup Cleanup Cost?

Sewage backup and flooding is an unpleasant and unsanitary situation that is best handled by professionals. The average sewage backup cleanup cost ranges from $2,000 to $10,000.

A person spraying Wet & Forget Miss Muffet's Revenge spider repellent onto a roof overhang.
Reviews

The Best Spider Repellents to Keep Creepy Critters at Bay

Looking for a humane way to keep spiders out of the house without killing them? It’s easier than you might think.