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how to dispose of a refrigerator
Interior

How to Dispose of a Refrigerator Properly

Learn more about the available options to consider when disposing of an old refrigerator 

Plumb-Bob
DIY

The Plumb Bob: What Is This Tool, and How Do You Use It?

The Best Gravel for Driveway Options
Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Gravel for Driveways

Level up your curb appeal by choosing driveway gravel that’s both functional and beautiful.

Is Prefinished Hardwood Flooring Right for Your Project?
Flooring

Is Prefinished Hardwood Flooring Right for Your Home?

Understanding how prefinished hardwood planks differ from traditional hardwood flooring will help you make the right choice for your next home improvement upgrade.

best indoor trees
Lawn & Garden

The 22 Best Trees to Grow Indoors

Potted trees can bring color and texture—even cleaner air—to your home's interior, and most are easier to take care of than you think. Discover our top tree contenders in shapes and sizes to suit every room.

antique vs. vintage
Design

Antique vs. Vintage Wares: This is the Actual Difference

While they are often confused, there are differences between what is considered vintage, antique, or retro. Learn how to understand the distinctions between older items.

12 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Clean With Bar Keepers Friend
Cleaning

12 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Clean With Bar Keepers Friend

Though its effectiveness at cleaning pots and pans is widely celebrated, the multipurpose cleaning product is also handy in the garage, on the putting green, and in other surprising applications.

how to remove tile
Repair & Maintenance

How to Remove Tile From Floors, Backsplashes, and Other Surfaces

Get rid of the dreary, dated tile that stands between you and the ideal space you envision. Here's how to tackle the tough job ahead.

Puppy With Fleas
Pests

How To: Get Rid of Fleas in Your Home

If you own a pet, itchy bites may be a sign of a flea infestation. Clear the house of these pests in five quick steps and then rest at ease again with your furry friend.

How to Get Rid of Silverfish
Pests

How to Get Rid of Silverfish

Did you know that if you store them in a dark, damp place, your most valuable possessions—rare books, important papers, and designer clothes—are in danger of being eaten by a sly, silver marauder? Read on to learn how to rid your home of silverfish, ravenous pests with insatiable appetites.

Are Gutters Actually Necessary?
Gutters

Are Gutters Actually Necessary?

The seemingly simple fixture that runs along the edge of your roof is tasked with a most important responsibility. Read on to learn why gutters are so essential—and how you can make sure yours do the best job possible.

how to dispose of bacon grease
DIY

How to Dispose of Bacon Grease: 4 Solutions That’ll Save Your Plumbing

These methods of bacon grease disposal can protect plumbing and make future cooking even better.

Best Tap And Die Set
Tools & Materials

The Best Tap and Die Sets

Cut new threads for bolts and bolt-holes in metalworking or woodworking projects with a new tap and die set.

Engineered Stone Countertops: Silestone's Ocean Storm
Reviews

A Beginner’s Guide to Engineered Stone Countertops

Beautiful, hygienic, and low-maintenance, engineered stone makes an ideal eco-friendly countertop surface.

The 14 Freshest Kitchen Cabinet Colors
Cabinets

The 14 Freshest Kitchen Cabinet Colors

Give your kitchen an exciting new look with one of these cool, clean paint shades, perfect for cabinets.

Best Corded Drill
Power Tools

The Best Corded Drills

With more power and a larger energy supply over its cordless counterpart, learn what to consider when shopping for the best corded drill.  

Best Baseboard Heater Options
HVAC

Vetted: The Best Baseboard Heaters for Home Comfort

Warm up any cold room in your house with one of these top baseboard heaters.

All You Need to Know About Tinted Home Windows
Windows

7 Things to Know Before Tinting Home Windows

Get the clear-cut facts on this window treatment before tinting your home windows.

growing seasons are longer - what that means for home landscapes
Lawn & Garden

Growing Seasons are Getting Longer—What That Means for Your Home Landscape

Longer growing seasons are having positive and negative effects on home landscapes. Here's what you need to know.

DeWalt Drain Snake
Reviews

I Tried the DeWalt Cordless Drain Snake in a Pinch: Here’s What Happened

Cordless drain clearing without a foot-activated actuator is a nice idea, but how did this snake stack up? Find out here.