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If your shop vac’s suction seems to be dwindling, you probably have a clogged filter. Get a few more jobs out of your old filter with this cleaning method.

Compare price, durability, energy efficiency, and other key considerations to choose the best windows for your home.

Both have their strengths and weaknesses, so run through these considerations when deciding which replacements—vinyl vs aluminum windows—are right for your home.

If you are thinking about new windows, here's everything you need to know from glazing options to installation requirements.

Whether it's made from ceramic, porcelain, or stone, tile is an elegant upgrade to any room. These are the implements you need to successfully complete any tiling job. 

Learn how to attract cardinals to your outdoor spaces with these tips guaranteed to please the iconic red birds.

Hydroseeding is a cost-effective way to distribute grass seed on your property, and can help control erosion on slopes. Learn why it isn't right for every yard, however—and why you have to very careful when selecting a professional hydroseeding company.

Learn acceptable methods for disposing of a worn, tattered, or faded American flag.

Build a crackling fireplace fire that produces satisfying, comfort-giving heat while requiring very little in the way of poking and prodding.

Estwing is one of the biggest names in the nail-driving industry. But is the Estwing hammer all it’s cracked up to be, or is it just hype?

No green thumb? No problem! These tools can help your plants grow and thrive with minimal effort on your part.

Put the gallons of water your dehumidifier collects to good use—and save money on your water bill—by adopting these sustainable habits.

Learn what’s causing smoke to billow from your fireplace, and how to curtail it.

Yesteryear’s flowers lend a nostalgic touch to today’s gardens through fragrance, showy blooms, and memories of happy times spent in Grandma’s garden—and in your present-day landscape.

Granite is a stylish and durable choice for countertops, but which type is right for your kitchen?

Stairs can prevent people with mobility issues from enjoying their home. This in-depth look at residential elevators offers a variety of effective and attractive solutions.

Demand for workers in the construction and remodeling industries is high. Those looking for a new career have a variety of promising opportunities from which to choose.

Your microwave is amazing for many reasons: It speeds up cooking, it reheats your favorite leftovers—and let’s not forget about all that instant popcorn! But this magnificent machine can be used for much more than making a quick dinner. Read on to learn about the surprising capabilities your microwave has to offer.

Tired of searching for mismatched socks from among freshly laundered sheets? These brilliant laundry folding hacks will make light work of folding your clothes, sheets, and towels.

The key to reversible architecture lies in implementing building and design methods to produce structures that can be repurposed.