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Red, blue, yellow, and even black, these plants and flowers will take color-blocking your garden beds to the next level. 

Don’t rush your next project. Learn how long to let spackle dry to get the best results. 

In the market for new insulation that creates a more comfortable and energy-efficient home? Use this guide to determine the type that's right for your space.

Those white, cloudy rings on your dining room table don't have to stay there forever. Try one of these methods for removing—or at least minimizing—water stains on wood.

Cozy and sophisticated but a little retro, this new home decor trend makes sturdily built, "lived in" stuff cool again.

The drought could still put a strain on your budget, travel plans, and the choices you make for your own home landscape as drier, warmer weather has widespread consequences beyond the Southwest region.

Before you start shopping for a new garage door, learn what you should be looking for and get a sense of the vast possibilities this popular home improvement offers.

Moving is exciting, but it can be overwhelming too. Before you pack up all your belongings into boxes, set aside these items so you have everything you need on hand the moment you arrive at your new home.

The Kratky method is a form of hydroponics that is adaptable for small home gardens or large-scale production. Here are a few things to know about this simple technique.

Measuring your stairs is a crucial step when installing carpet on your staircase. Learn how to measure stairs for carpet correctly.

Considering this out-of-sight yard drainage option could save your property (and your neighbor's) from erosion after every storm.

Refinishing kitchen cabinets is a terrific, cost-effective solution for homeowners who are tired of their cabinet color, or just need to give an old set of cabinets some pizzazz. Here’s how to tackle the project yourself.

Lush lawns begin with healthy soil. Soil testing is an important diagnostic tool to determine your soil’s health and needs.

Humidity can make painting bathrooms a challenge. The best paint for bathrooms keeps mold and mildew at bay, prevents peeling, and still looks beautiful.

Avoid the need to tear out an old brick fireplace by giving it a fresh look with a new coat of paint.

The best mini freezer will organize frozen foods without taking up too much room in a tight space.

Some simple fixes seem like good DIY ideas, but these mistakes can cause serious trouble and cost more than calling in a pro.

You can keep your landscape in bloom—or at least in bright colors—for the majority of the year by planting a variety of trees that flower during different seasons.

Looking to adopt a more sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyle while still getting your clothes and home fashions clean? Washing your clothes in cold instead of hot water can conserve energy, help the planet…and save you big bucks!

Whether a casual vacation snapshot or a professional family portrait, you can give your favorite pictures the attention they deserve with this guide to the perfect height for hanging pictures on the wall.