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Have you cultivated all the common houseplants and are now ready for one of a different stripe? Try raising a zebra plant!

As the warm weather starts to fade, you might be ready to ease up on gardening tasks and prepare beds for the upcoming cold months. Here are some tips to get the most out of your fall garden and cleanup.

Keep DIY projects from turning into disasters with a few easy tips and tricks.

Protect the investment on a roofing project by choosing the best underlayment for your roofing system. This guide will help.

Considering taking advantage of all the benefits of a factory-built home? This guide can help home buyers choose one of the best modular home manufacturers.

Update the bathroom with a new American Standard toilet when the existing toilet needs to be replaced.

Learn what can cause someone to be house poor, how to avoid it, and what you can do to change the situation.

Learn more about the Swedish book that led to a new way of decluttering—and why we all should get a head start.

With a few simple tips and tricks, you can find the sweet spot to grow this antioxidant-rich food in your own garden beds.

Installing a pool on your property doesn't have to involve a lot of expense or excavation. Pick up a stock tank pool at the local feed store, follow these tips, and you'll be swimming by the weekend.

As barbecue season winds down, grill masters may be tempted to stow their charcoal briquettes in the shed until next summer. Instead, put the leftover charcoal to good use around your home and in your garden.

Let in some fresh air by using this technique to break the paint seal on painted-shut windows.

Find the best curtains to suit your style and budget by shopping at one of these reputable retailers.

Don’t throw out your back trying to carry your heavy cooler. Easily convert it to a wheeled cooler with one of these kits.

Breathe new life into an old lampshade by learning how to remove dust and stains from various materials.

Water damage in a home can be a health and safety hazard. Here’s what signs of water damage in walls look like and how to remediate the issue.

Lean-to sheds are a classic garden storage option, being both simple and efficient. Get to know the most important considerations before starting this backyard project.

Painting a ceiling doesn't have to be a pain in the neck. With some basic paint gear and these great tips, DIY-ers can get professional-looking results.

Perfect your home’s color scheme by following this simple interior design rule.

Turns out, mom was right: this superfood is good for you, and it’s easy to grow—as long as you have the time.