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DIY

How to Get Rid of Woodworms to Protect Your Outdoor Furniture

Woodworms can destroy valuable outdoor furniture. Fortunately, woodworm treatment and prevention may be easier than you think.

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Lawn & Garden

Maidenhair Fern Care: How to Master This Humidity-Loving Houseplant

Is your overly sensitive maidenhair fern hanging on by a hair? If it appears to be glassing over, try placing glass over it!

The Best Insulation Contractors Options
Reviews

The Best Insulation Contractors

Feeling hot and cold about hiring someone to improve a home’s energy efficiency? Read this guide to learn about choosing the best insulation contractors.

The Best Place to Buy a Mattress Options
Interior

The 15 Best Places To Buy a Mattress

The quality and comfort of a mattress can affect a sleeper’s overall health and well-being. When you're in the market for a new one, start with one of these online or brick-and-mortar stores to find an option that suits you and your budget.

The Best Undermount Kitchen Sinks Options
Reviews

The Best Undermount Kitchen Sinks

Make kitchen cleanup a snap while also giving counters a smooth look with a new undermount kitchen sink.

Solved! Who Installs Attic Fans?
Interior

Solved! Who Installs Attic Fans?

From a trusty handyperson to an electrician or roofer, these are the experts to call if you need to know who installs attic fans.

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DIY

12 Cool Things You Can Make for Your Home With a Cricut

What can you make with a Cricut? Anything you want! Learn how to design and cut your way to a more organized, festive, colorful home.

Whole-House Humidifier Cost
Interior

How Much Does a Whole-House Humidifier Cost to Install?

A whole-house humidifier can offer both wellness and financial benefits. The average whole-house humidifier cost is $575 for parts and installation, with a typical range of $395 to $753.

Pella Windows Cost
Exterior

How Much Do Pella Windows Cost?

Interested in stylish and energy-efficient windows for your home? Pella windows cost from $250 to $3,800, with many homeowners spending $2,000 on average.

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Real Estate

8 House Flippers All DIY Fans Should Be Following on Social Media

Vision, sweat, and a passion for renovation make for compelling social posts. If you dream of overhauling a fixer-upper, you need to check out these DIYers and their incredible projects.

The Best Birdseed Options
Reviews

The Best Birdseed

Attract beautiful beneficial birds to the yard by feeding the best bird food varieties.

The Best Flooring For Basements Options
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The Best Flooring for Basements

Basement flooring must be able to endure damp conditions while meeting the needs of the space.

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Interior

Should You Use Oven Cleaner on Wood? Take a Closer Look at the Viral Furniture-Stripping Hack

Before you grab a can of oven cleaner to strip your wood furniture, check out the facts first.

I’ve Tried Dozens of Dyson Products—And These 5 Are Worth Every Dollar
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I’ve Tried Dozens of Dyson Products—And These 5 Are Worth Every Dollar

The brand's vacuums, fans, and air purifiers are certainly investments, but these five products earn their keep.

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DIY

How to Install a Light Fixture

Yes, you're handling electrical wires but no, you shouldn't be intimidated! Follow basic safety precautions (and learn which colored wire goes where), and you'll have that light fixture up and on in under an hour.

The Best Home Builders Options
Reviews

The Best Home Builders

Building a new home is exciting, but it takes careful planning in order to ensure success. Learning how to choose the best home builder is critical—and this guide will help.

Beko Dishwasher Review
Reviews

We Tested the Beko Dishwasher: Is It Worth it?

Beko appliances are making a splash in the US market. We recently put the Beko Tall Tub Dishwasher to the test to see if it stood up to other well-known brands.

The Best Puzzles Tables Options
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The Best Puzzle Tables

Give your jigsaw puzzles a dedicated space with one of the best puzzle tables on the market.

The Best Kohler Toilets Options
Reviews

The Best Kohler Toilets

Choose a top Kohler toilet with consistent, reliable flushing capabilities to update the bathroom.

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Lawn & Garden

Christmas vs. Thanksgiving vs. Easter Cactus: What’s the Difference Between These Holiday Houseplants?

Is your grandparents’ Christmas cactus the same as the modern department-store type? And what's the difference between those and Thanksgiving or Easter cacti? Be warned that Christmas cactus identification can be convoluted!