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silestone vs. quartz
Interior

Learn more about quartz vs. Silestone countertops and which may be the right fit for your kitchen remodeling project.

water restrictions home landscape
Lawn & Garden

Moisture stress affects more than just plants. Follow these expert tips to help your landscape and home withstand a dry spell.

trap plants
Lawn & Garden

Decoy pests away from your vegetables with herbs, greens, and flowers that they like as well—or better than—those vegetables.

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

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

closing down summer garden
Lawn & Garden

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.

diy repairs
DIY

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

The Best Roof Underlayments Options
Reviews

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

The Best Modular Home Manufacturers Options
Reviews

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.

The Best American Standard Toilets Options
Reviews

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

house poor meaning
Real Estate

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

All You Need to Know About Death Cleaning
Cleaning & Organizing

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

sweet potato plant care 101 - how to grow sweet potatoes
Lawn & Garden

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

stock tank pool
Pools & Water Features

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.

10 Surprisingly Clever Uses for Charcoal Briquettes
Repurposing

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.

how to open painted shut windows
DIY

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

The Best Places to Buy Curtains Options
Interior

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

Yeti Cooler Wheel Kit DIY
DIY

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

how to clean a lampshade
DIY

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

signs of water damage in walls
Interior

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 shed
Sheds & ADUs

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.