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What showy houseplants provide their own cups and obligingly drink from them? Such unusual specimens don’t just grow on trees! 

Baking soda offers uses far beyond the kitchen. Add it to your swimming pool to improve water clarity, decrease algae buildup, reduce corrosion, and more.

Nothing says “weekend” or “casual party” like the delectable aroma of smoked meat wafting from your backyard. There’s no more relaxing way to spend the day outside than low-and-slow cooking on one of these top-rated smokers for outdoor cooking.

Find out what you should do with an expired or damaged fire extinguisher.

Is your car stuck in the garage because the door won't budge? Follow this troubleshooting guide to find the problem and fix it fast.

These simple tips can help make your yard a lightning bug-friendly zone.

Make the most of your yard space with these corner landscaping ideas.

Whether you’re getting ready to sell now or in the future, these upgrades to your home’s exterior can give you the greatest return on your investment.

Broken glass doesn’t have to ruin the day. Whether it’s a windshield, a favorite knickknack, or a smartphone screen, glue can repair most broken glass.

Is luck a lady, or a lady fern? Can the houseplants you grow actually improve your fortunes? Give these lucky plants a try to see for yourself!

Keep sunlight in and prying eyes out with these privacy enhancements for shower windows.

Want to enjoy your patio time, but dead trees, bare spots in the lawn, and your neighbor's junked car are spoiling your vista? Clean up or hide those outdoor eyesores with these fast and cheap fixes.

Here’s everything you need to know about this perennially popular aesthetic. 

A deck doesn’t have to attach to a structure. These floating deck ideas will help you craft a custom deck wherever you’d like it.

Learn more about how average water usage varies between standard, Energy Star, front-load, and top-load washing machines.

These tips will encourage a colorful array of birds to frequent your backyard.

The best faux olive tree can liven up your home’s interior without requiring any additional care or maintenance from you.

Need to stock up on wood, but not sure how much you need? This guide on cords of firewood can help. 

No reservation at the local campground this weekend? Your backyard will do, and here’s how to make it happen.

Unwelcome guests are never fun, especially if they leave traces on your property. If you’re asking yourself, “What does raccoon poop look like?” follow the tips below to determine what you’re dealing with.