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Design

This Once-Standard Feature of Old Homes Is Practically Extinct in Today’s New Builds

From luxury to necessity: why homes are being built with more bathrooms.

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Interior

What to Do When Your Home Has No Closets

Many older homes have little or no closet space, but there are ways to maximize the space you have and create more.

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Kitchen & Dining

Solved! This is How to Get Rid of Ants in the Kitchen Once and for All

Shoo the six-legged squatters out of your cooking space with these proven ant-removal techniques.

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Reviews

Is There Anything The Stihl Cordless Garden Shear Can’t Trim? I Tested It to Find Out.

After spending 3 hours trimming grass and plants in my yard with the Stihl HSA 26, this is what I learned.

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Reviews

The Best Sanders for Hardwood Floors

Using the right tool to sand a hardwood floor can save time, effort, and money. We take a look at some of the best options.

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Reviews

The Best Smart Outdoor Lights, Vetted

The best smart outdoor lights add functional and decorative illumination to the porch, patio, or garden, and it's easier to control than ever.

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Outdoor Furniture

The Best Chicken Coops

Are you seeking a home for your chickens that will keep them safe and happy? Get the information and shopping tips you need to select the right coop for your brood.

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Interior

How Much Does a Well Pump Cost to Install?

Well pumps push or pull water from wells into storage tanks for residential use. A new well pump costs $1,785 on average, falling within a typical range of $942 to $2,629.

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Design

These Are the Right Curtain Lengths for Every Window In Your Home

Find the ideal curtain length for each window to enhance your home’s interior design and visual appeal.

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Real Estate

Moving Checklist: 6 Important Stages to Get You From One Place to Another

Stay organized and stress-free with this comprehensive moving checklist

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Interior

15 Living Room Curtain Ideas for Style and Privacy

More than a simple window covering, curtains enhance your living room’s aesthetic—while granting you some privacy at the same time. Use these curtain ideas to help create a beautiful atmosphere in your living room.

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Wildlife

7 Important Things to Know About Your Hummingbird Feeder

Attract more of nature’s flying jewels by hanging and maintaining your hummingbird feeders the right way. Here’s what you need to know.

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Interior

What Type of Water Filtration Do I Need for My Home?

Because fresh water at home deserves an equally fresh look.

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Real Estate

How Much Does a Land Survey Cost?

A land survey is necessary for a homeowner looking to buy, sell, or refinance their property to confirm exactly where the boundaries are. Land survey costs range between $376 to $745, with an average of $526.

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Interior

17 Vintage Kitchen Features We Refuse to Abandon

Many well-loved kitchen features have fallen by the wayside in our quest for sleek appliances and high-tech efficiency. We’re on our way to welcoming some of these long-lost gems back into our kitchens—what’s next?

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Exterior

11 Car Sounds You Should Never Ignore

Is your car making a whining noise while you’re driving? Do you hear a whirring sound when accelerating? Have a mechanic take a look at your vehicle if you hear any of these noises.

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Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Fertilizers for Centipede Grass

Though relatively low maintenance, this popular grass grows best with specially formulated fertilizers. Find the right one right here!

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Lawn & Garden

How to Design an Ever-Blooming Perennial Garden

Craft a symphony of all-season color with these perennial garden ideas and tips.

Home Depot's 12-Foot Skeleton and Inferno Pumpkin Skeleton for Halloween
Reviews

Home Depot’s 12-Foot Skeleton Is Back in Stock Today—But Not for Long

You can finally get your hands on one of the biggest Halloween decorations (literally) of the decade.

How to NOT Plant a Tree on Arbor Day
Lawn & Garden

You’re Probably Planting Trees Wrong—Here’s How to Do It Responsibly This Arbor Day

Planting trees helps battle climate change and improves your local environment, but be sure you’re planting the right ones in the right ways.