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Dark tones are here to stay and might even line your pockets in a home sale.

Soothe sore sinuses while taking the bite out of dry winter months with one of these top evaporative humidifiers.

Whether your fireplace is gas, electric, or wood-burning, these tips will help keep it looking good, working efficiently, and functioning safely all season long.

Like Popeye, you too can be strong to the finish by eating your spinach—especially if it’s the fresh type you grow yourself.

Electric fireplace inserts add warmth to your home. Explore the best options in these energy-efficient heaters.

Protect your household from foodborne illnesses by learning what refrigerated foods you should throw out in the event of an extended power outage.

Enrich the soil, suppress weeds, and save money on amendments with cover crops.

Tossing and turning because of the incessant creaks and squeaks your bed is making? Here’s how to get some peace.

Become unhinged—in a good way—by trading out your swinging door for a sliding barn door.

Don't toss your lightly used tin foil—there are so many uses for aluminum foil beyond the kitchen. Keep this multitasking treasure on hand, and you'll always have a quick fix for ironing, crafting, or even heavy lifting.

Those who are dealing with a house infested with roaches likely want to know where they came from and why they appeared so suddenly. Here are a few possible explanations and solutions.

A malfunctioning refrigerator is a huge inconvenience—but should it be repaired or replaced? The decision can come down to a number of factors.

Replacing a bathtub can be expensive and often requires demolition, construction, and disposal fees. Refinishing is a great alternative, with bathtub refinishing costs ranging from $335 to $628 and an average cost of $481.

Plant ginger in your garden to add fresh flavor to some of your favorite international recipes, and treat common ailments.

Have a vat of neem oil left over from summer garden duty? Here’s what you can do with it. 

You never know when an emergency will strike. Armed with the items on this bug-out-bag checklist, you’ll always be prepared.

The cost to paint kitchen cabinets is the cheapest of all the kitchen cabinet renovation projects. Homeowners will want to budget an average of $895, or between $422 and $1,415 for this project.

Living in a tiny house can be a refreshing way of scaling down and living simply. Tiny-house costs typically range from $30,000 to $60,000, with a national average of $45,000, depending on the design and amenities.

Water in the bottom of a dishwasher when it’s not in use could be the result of a variety of problems. Fortunately, there are a few troubleshooting options to determine the cause and find a path to repair.

Adding tile is a great way to update the look of a home. Tile installation costs between $400 and $6,500, with the national average at $2,006.