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Best Fabric Glue
Tools & Materials

The Best Fabric Glues

Whether you're crafting a quick DIY project or repairing one of your favorite garments, fabric adhesive is a great alternative to needle and thread.

how to get rid of cabbage worms - whole cabbage head damage
Lawn & Garden

How to Get Rid of Cabbage Worms

Learn how to keep pesky cabbage worms from destroying your garden’s cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower.

The Best Glue For Leather
Reviews

The Best Glues for Leather

If you’re wondering what kind of glue to use for leather repairs and projects, this guide can get you out of a sticky situation!

Carport Cost
Exterior

How Much Does a Carport Cost to Build?

A carport protects vehicles from the elements and can be custom built or prefabricated. Carport cost ranges from $3,205 to $9,769, or $6,428 on average.

mirror frame master mathroom framless mirror
DIY

How to Upgrade a Builder Grade Mirror

You don’t have to live with that boring builder-grade mirror. Enhance its look and the overall decor scheme for your space with a DIY upgrade.

The Best Cable Management Option
Storage & Organizing

The Best Cable-Management Solutions

Are your electronic and appliance cables in a tangled mess? Choosing the best cable management will help with organizing these jumbled cords and wires in your home, office, or wherever they may be.

eucalyptus plant care 101 - how to grow eucalyptus indoors
Lawn & Garden

How to Grow a Eucalyptus Plant Indoors

Grow your own aromatic eucalyptus plant to beautify an interior space, improve your health, and feed your koala. No koala bear? Then just enjoy this easy-to-grow, attractive plant.

boxwood plant care 101 - how to grow boxwood
Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Boxwood Shrubs

A perennial favorite, boxwood is more than just a hedge. This elegant evergreen can define a walkway or dress up a formal garden, with little fuss required.

Best Sewage Pump Options
Plumbing Supplies

The Best Sewage Pump

Keep your septic system flowing smoothly with one of these quality sewage pumps.

old houses vintage home for sale sign
Real Estate

Best Places in the U.S. to Find Historic Homes for Sale

Want to own a piece of history? Try house-hunting in cities with well-preserved historic neighborhoods and old-house charm.

energy efficient old house person holding energy audit screen
Exterior

12 Ways to Make an Old Home More Energy Efficient

Just because you have an old home doesn’t mean you can’t save money and reduce your carbon footprint with timely updates.

The Best Over the Door Shoe Rack Options
Storage & Organizing

The Best Over-the-Door Shoe Racks, Tested and Reviewed

Don't spend your mornings digging around in your closet for shoes. An over-the-door shoe rack can keep your footwear organized and out of the way.

The Best Interior Design Apps Options
Reviews

The Best Interior Design Apps, Tools, and Software

Want to freshen up the look of the home but aren’t sure where to begin? The best interior design apps and tools allow users to preview their big ideas virtually as they redesign spaces.

Eastern lubber grasshopper on a damaged garden plant
Lawn & Garden

How to Get Rid of Grasshoppers Naturally

Learn more about the damage grasshoppers can cause in a garden, and identify several effective methods to clear up a grasshopper infestation.

passive house design - exterior home porch
Design

Passive House Design: What All Energy-Conscious Homeowners Should Know

From significantly lower energy usage to healthier indoor air quality to cutting-edge technology, the benefits of passive house design abound.

3-way switch wiring wiring new switch
Lighting & Electrical

3-Way Switch Wiring: A Step-by-Step Guide

Three-pole switches make it easy to turn on lights from two different locations in the home. Wiring one of these is more complicated than wiring a single-pole switch, but it’s still a simple enough task to DIY.

Match Your Home Style with Your Decorating Style - view into living room
Design

Match Your Home Style with Your Decorating Style

Uncover your personal style for a design approach that lets your home reflect your personality.

Living room with gray walls, white trim, and gold accents
Interior

5 Classic Wall and Trim Color Combinations—and 5 for Rule-Breakers Only

Get inspired to update interior walls with some of the top wall and trim paint color pairings selected by color experts.

The Best Pedestal Sink Options
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

The Best Pedestal Sinks

Whether to save space or to achieve a vintage look, pedestal sinks are a simple, elegant choice for any bathroom, big or small.

how to roll up an extension cord x - hand picking up cords
DIY

How to Roll Up an Extension Cord: 4 Tangle-Free Methods

Untangle your project spaces with these simple extension cord management tricks.