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From custom builds to prefabricated options or a DIY, find out whether it’s cheaper to buy or build a kitchen island.

Comparing Trusscore vs. drywall cost can help homeowners choose the best option for their needs and budget.

Homeowners who are researching air conditioning replacement may be wondering whether to opt for a heat pump or a traditional AC unit. Comparing heat pump vs. AC cost can help homeowners choose the best option for their needs and budget.

Avoid disaster by understanding the most common ways electrical fires start.

Protect your gravel driveway against damage from rain, snow, and other threats.

Keep energy costs to a minimum this year by prepping your attic before the cold winter weather arrives.

Give your bathroom a glow up with these top bathroom lighting picks.

Embroidery patterns make it easier to create beautiful, handmade projects for your home. Start stitching with one of these beginner-friendly embroidery patterns.

Grow purple-flowering or purple-foliage shrubs to give yourself and your property the royal treatment—and the trappings of success!

When it comes to selecting paint for a wood project, there's no simple answer. Is the wood in a high-traffic area, or is it purely decorative? Learn the rules about the best paint to use on wood, both indoors and out.

Though it has long been a medicine-cabinet fixture, household uses for Vaseline—including furniture maintenance and DIY repairs—show that the petroleum jelly deserves a place in your toolbox, too.

These plants can add visual interest to the garden or your home, but they're toxic to your pets. Steer clear of fronds and blooms that can cause your furry friends serious problems.

Gas fireplace inserts offer the attraction of a real flame and are easy to live with. Learn the key features to help you find the best model for your home.

These garage door keypads are dependable, secure, and convenient.

Are some of your plates and bowls still dirty when the dishwasher cycle ends? The problem might be how you're loading the machine.

Aside from being elected mayor, there's at least one other way to get to run a town: Buy it. Discover American towns that have sold in recent years—and some that are still up for grabs.

Can you reuse coffee grounds? You bet—and not just to brew another cuppa. Put used coffee grounds to work deodorizing, cleaning, and preventing pests.

Improve the taste and smell of your water by removing common contaminants directly at the inlet valve with a whole-house water filter.

Some insects see the onset of chilly weather as an invitation to join you in the warmth of your home. In many cases prevention is the best medicine, but some fall bug infestations call for more drastic measures.

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