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Landscaping

How to Build a Rain Garden—and Why You Should

Prevent erosion and beautify your landscape by building a garden that diverts rain into a biodiverse oasis, rather than down a storm drain.

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Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Canna Lilies

Can you care for canna lilies in climates where their tropical leaves and flowers aren’t hardy? Yes, you canna!

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Appliances & Cookware

The Best French-Door Refrigerators

A French-door refrigerator keeps perishables fresh, easy to access, and at eye level.

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Appliances & Cookware

The Best Water Filters, Reviewed

Remove the harmful contaminants floating in your home’s water supply with a high-performance water filter.

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Lawn & Garden

20 Evergreen Shrubs to Beautify Your Garden Year-Round

Perk up a drab yard with leafy, four-season greenery. Whether you envision colorful flowers or a verdant privacy hedge, these evergreen shrubs are stunning choices.

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Cleaning Supplies

The Best Spin Mops, Tested and Reviewed

Fast, easy, and mess-free, the best spin mops have a place in your cleaning arsenal, especially if you have hard floors in your home.

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DIY

How to Use a Magic Eraser Around the House: 17 Smart Applications

The possible uses for Magic Erasers abound. How many new ways will you find to put these special sponges to work in your home?

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DIY

How to Install a Chain Link Fence

If you’re willing to put in the work, you can save money by installing a chain link fence on your own.

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Heating & Cooling

8 Things Homeowners Should Know About HEPA Filters

Understand what these air filtration products can do to improve air quality, and how to choose the right one for your home.

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Cleaning & Organizing

How to Clean a Coffee Maker

Serve up a fresher cup of Joe tomorrow morning! Learn three easy methods for cleaning a coffee maker, inside and out.

What Are Assassin Bugs? All You Need to Know About These Beneficial Bugs
Garden Pests

What Are Assassin Bugs, and Do I Want Them in My Garden?

Assassin bugs kill squash bugs, aphids, tomato hornworms, and other insects that decimate your flowers and veggies. But can they hurt you?

The Best Painting Tools Options
Reviews

The Best Painting Tools

A fresh coat of paint is one of the best ways to transform a room. This project is easy when you have the best painting tools for the job.

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Interior

Solved! What Are Safe Radon Levels for My Home?

Learn more about what level of radon gas is considered safe in a home, how to test for radon gas, and what steps you can take to lower radon levels.

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Real Estate

14 Telltale Signs That a House Will Be Going on the Market

In today’s bustling real estate market, a home can sell the same day it’s listed—and for more than the asking price. Use these clues to get an edge on the competition and secure the perfect home ASAP.

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Lawn & Garden

13 Time-Tested Tricks for a Bug-Free Backyard

Insects can suck the fun right out of summer. Apply these time-tested tips to keep your yard bug-free all season long.

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DIY

16 Tips for Your Cleanest Windows Ever

Do you put off washing your windows because the task is tedious and time-consuming? There are better, faster ways to get the job done.

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Lawn & Garden

8 Mistakes You’re Making With Your Tomatoes—and How to Fix Them

Help your tomato plants thrive so they will yield healthy and delicious fruits for you and your loved ones to enjoy.

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Lawn & Garden

How to Safely Use Commercial Weed Killers

If you must use weed killers that can be hazardous to the environment, people, and animals, learn how to mitigate their negative side effects.

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DIY

Peel-and-Stick Trim 101: How to Achieve a High-End Look for Less

Unleash the potential of peel-and-stick trim—a quick, easy, and affordable way to upgrade your home decor.

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Interior

The 10 Best Paint Colors for a Brighter Basement

When decorating a basement, is it better to choose light or deep colors? All of the above! Here are some of our favorite colors for basement walls that will keep your lower level from looking drab.