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Easy DIY Projects

How to Etch Glass—and How to Fake the Look Using Spray Paint

Etching glass can turn a cabinet full of mismatched containers into a cohesive collection with coordinating stenciled designs. Achieve a semi-transparent effect on glass by using either of these easy methods.

Skills & Techniques

How to Stain Concrete

Applying stain to a concrete floor can add beauty and depth to this hard-wearing material, and make it even easier to maintain. If your concrete floor is already in good shape, you're just a few easy steps away from a durable, dramatic new finish.

Garden Pests

How to Get Rid of Ladybugs

These insects are cute as can be—until they take over your home! Follow these tips to rid your space of the pretty little pests and keep them from coming back.

Landscaping

How to Plant a Tree

Planting a tree properly will reward you with many years of beauty, shade, and perhaps some fruit. Get your trees off to the best possible start by following these steps.

DIY

8 Ways to Clean Your House With Citric Acid

You can use citric acid powder to clean various surfaces in your kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, and other areas of the home.

Houseplants

Philodendron Care 101

Enjoy the lush, leafy foliage of philodendron with this guide that details optimal philodendron care.

Flooring

How To: Install Carpet and Transform Your Living Space

Replacing or installing carpeting can make a room look brand new. What's more, you can save quite a bit of money if you do the job yourself.

Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Jasmine Plant Indoors

If jasmine is your favorite fragrance or flavor, try raising the plants from which the teasing and tea-licious flowers are harvested.

Interior

Here’s What Potential Buyers Need to Know About Radon in Homes

Making an offer on a home? Find out if high levels of radon gas are present, and how to mitigate it safely. 

Cleaning

How to Shampoo Carpets

Vacuuming isn't enough to keep your carpets stain and dirt free, particularly if you have pets. Here's why it's important to schedule regular carpet shampooing, and how to complete the task properly.

Siding

Fiber Cement Siding 101: What to Know About Cost, Maintenance, and More

For those seeking a long-lasting and low-maintenance siding material that is durable and looks great, fiber cement is an appealing choice.

Furniture & Design

How to Recover a Chair

A little DIY know-how and a few supplies and tools can transform a ho-hum dining chair into a seat of distinction. Here's how to recover a chair seat cushion and breathe new life into your decor.

Houseplants

How to Grow Lemon Trees Indoors

Add this symbol of love, light, and happiness to your houseplant collection.

Outdoor Living

DIY Outdoor Movie Screens

Turn your backyard into the neighborhood drive-in this weekend with inspiration from 5 easy-to-make outdoor projector screens. Plus, learn about the best materials to use and additional equipment needed to create the ultimate alfresco movie-viewing experience.

Curb Appeal

8 Ways to Use Straw Bales for Festive and Functional Outdoor Decor

Straw bales aren’t just for horses and hayrides anymore! This perennial sign of fall has become a go-to for creating chic outdoor home decor and so much more.

Lawn & Garden

This Guide to Peperomia Care Covers Both Vining and Upright Varieties

Sprinkle your houseplant collection with peperomias, whose small size, ease of care, and attractive foliage can make them real pepper-uppers!

Gardening

How Soil Amendments Can Improve Your Garden

Are your plants looking sad, or simply not growing? The problem might be in the soil. Here’s the dirt on how soil amendments can help.

Toilets

How to Use a Plunger the Right Way

Clear clogs quickly, easily, and correctly by following these tips for choosing and using a plunger.

Appliances & Cookware

Lowe’s Majorly Discounted Appliances—and Our Favorites Are 70% Off

Shop now for deep discounts on top brands like LG, Whirlpool, GE, and Frigidaire. Hurry, these deals won’t last!

Outdoor Living

How To: Make a Tire Swing

Create some outdoor fun this summer—the old-fashioned way—with this easy tire swing how-to.