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It's exciting to get started on a remodeling project, but failing to obtain the necessary permits can lead to trouble in the future.

Follow these steps to get a streak-free shine on the inside and outside of your car windows.

From cores and swings to slabs and styles, there's a lot to think about when choosing the right interior door. This list makes it a whole lot easier.

Planning to build a compost bin in your backyard? Here's an easy how-to that relies on upcycled shipping pallets and some clever ingenuity.

Keep snakes at more than an arm’s length with these snake-repelling plants that make attractive additions to any garden bed.

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

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

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 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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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 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.

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

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