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Interior

10 Items It’s Time to Replace in the Bathroom

It’s no secret that our bathrooms harbor billions of bacteria, viruses, and other unsavory elements, but are you replacing these items as often as you ought to?

DIY

20 Surprising Ways You Can Use Ashes From Your Fire Pit or Fireplace

Don’t let the remnants from last night’s fire go to waste! Repurposing ashes in these surprising ways can help you save money and lead a more sustainable lifestyle.

Interior

Aging In Place Remodeling: 14 Ways to Get Your House Ready for Your Next Chapter

If you plan on staying put as you enter the next phase of your life, make sure your house can meet your changing needs.

Gardening

How to Save Seeds

Seed saving allows the budget-conscious gardener to cut costs when replanting the following year.

DIY

13 Home Improvements You Might Make That Your Neighbors Will Probably Hate

Trust us: Your neighbors are a lot less excited about your front-yard trampoline and swimming pool excavation project than you are.

Interior

Solved! Can You Use Exterior Paint Inside?

Find out why it’s a bad move to use leftover exterior paint for an interior project.

Reviews

The Wagner Paint Sprayer Provides the Best Bang for the Buck in Our Latest Test

I put the Wagner Control Pro 170 to the test. Find out what I loved about this airless paint sprayer—and what I’d change.

Reviews

The Best Bosch Dishwashers You Can Get

With a Bosch dishwasher, you’ll have both clean dishes and a quiet kitchen.

Furniture & Decor

The Best Places to Shop for Home Decor

Furnish your home with stylish and functional pieces by shopping at one of these top homeware retailers.

Lawn & Garden

The 3 Most Important Attractions in Every Successful Pollinator Garden

Turn your pollinator garden into a replete habitat with these essential elements.

Reviews

Aptive Is a Small Pest Control Company Generating Some Big Buzz

Aptive exploded onto the scene in 2015 and has already been lauded as one of the top pest control companies in the country. But how does it stack up to the competition? Find out in this Aptive pest control review.

Exterior

7 Ways to Get Help from Federal, State, and Local Government for Improved Energy Efficiency

Government programs at all levels can provide assistance in creating a more eco-friendly home. Find out what your local or state government does to help. 

Lawn & Garden

Will Switching to All Battery-Powered Lawn Equipment Affect My Electric Bill?

Ready to make the transition from gas-powered mowers, blowers, and other lawn tools? Find out whether the electricity for these tools will end up costing you more than you’ve been paying for gas.

Lawn & Garden

4 Ways Wildfire Smoke Can Affect Your Plants and Homegrown Food Supply

If you live in a part of the country that’s suffered from smoky air from wildfires this summer, you may be wondering if that smoke is affecting your garden crops.

Lawn & Garden

3 Good Reasons to Let Ladybugs Live in Your Garden

Got bugs? While there are many insects that can wreak havoc in your garden, there’s one bug you may want to invite to live among your prized plants: The ladybug.

Lawn & Garden

Why Do We Have Grass Lawns?

We spend time, energy, and money to maintain a crop that doesn’t feed us or our animals, attract pollinators, provide a habitat, or really do much of anything besides look good. It’s time to ask ourselves why.

DIY

Don’t Try This at Home: The 13 Most Dangerous DIYs

It doesn't matter how handy you are: Some home projects and repairs, like septic and roofing work, should be left to the professionals.

Exterior

The Cost of Building a Deck vs. a Patio: 8 Factors to Consider When Upgrading Your Backyard

Knowing the difference between deck vs. patio costs can help homeowners determine which type of outdoor living space will work the best for their needs and budget.

Gardening

What Is “Bright, Indirect Light,” Anyway?

If you’re puzzled by descriptions of "bright, indirect light" on your houseplant's care instructions, read on for some enlightenment.

Lawn & Garden

The 20 Best Winter Plants for Year-Round Curb Appeal

Your landscaping doesn't have to look drab in the winter. These year-round plants will bring color and texture to your yard through every season.