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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.

how to paint a ceiling
Painting & Finishing

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.

60 30 10 rule
Design

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

brussels sprouts plant care 101 - how to grow brussels sprouts
Lawn & Garden

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

The Best Framing Hammer Options
Tools & Materials

Framing hammers are specifically designed for building the frame of a structure. We tested the top ones on the market to see if they lived up to their reputations.

Concrete Cost Per Yard
Exterior

For installing and repairing driveways, sidewalks, stairs, or patios, concrete is a durable and cost effective option. Concrete cost per yard ranges from $100 to $200, with the national average at $128. Here’s everything you need to know about the cost of concrete.

homesteading ideas
DIY

In the age of technology, many are looking to the past for inspiration in living a simpler life closer to nature through homesteading. Returning to old ways and revisiting time-honored skills can lend independence and satisfaction.

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

This cool-season crop can be planted in midsummer for a fall vegetable harvest that will put plenty of nutrients on your plate.