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Having easy access to filtered water can improve your health and make preparing meals so much easier.

Purchasing your first power saw is a big step. These pro tips will make it a lot easier.

Keep pet messes at bay and prevent future accidents with this inexpensive and safe cleaner.

Transform battered furniture and home decor accessories into eye-catching statement pieces. The best copper spray paint refurbishes surfaces for indoor and outdoor use, creating a high-end designer look.

Create one-of-a-kind clothing items, add pizzazz to canvas shoes, update faded upholstery, or stencil designs on throw rugs—the best fabric spray paints offer abundant opportunities for creative expression.

There's almost nothing worse than finding a bug in the sheets or watching a spider crawl across the dinner table. Rid your home of these nasty invaders with an insect fogger. 

If noise from traffic, construction, or neighbors makes you feel less than relaxed, check out these sound-reducing remedies to bring peace and tranquility to your outdoor spaces.

Cut through laminate flooring in a hurry with a miter saw, jigsaw, or a circular saw blade that’s been designed for clean cuts and minimal chipping.

Want a more productive vegetable garden this year? The secret’s in the soil.

Have fun, save money, and be sustainably sound.

Nothing says classic like Cape Cod architecture. From suburban cottages to rural retreats, find your favorite interpretation of this perennial style.

Feeling overwhelmed by clutter but running short on time? Clear your space and your mind with these 10-minute decluttering tasks.

For a safe and healthy summer in your own backyard oasis, take these steps before you take the plunge.

Microfiber suede sofas are beautiful additions to any home, but their tiny fibers can make cleaning a real pain. Follow these easy steps to freshen your favorite piece of furniture, leaving it with a like-new look.

The next time your gas furnace stops pumping out the heat, before you call in the pros, try to troubleshoot the problem yourself using this handy checklist.

If you like to keep the local birds fed, chances are you'll also see other uninvited guests stealing seed meant for your feathered friends. Thwart any squirrels in bird feeders with these 10 tips.

Get the answers to all your questions and concerns about this trendy bathroom remodel.

Add ambience and save on heating costs by utilizing your fireplace this winter. Here's all you need to know about the proper technique and safety precautions.

Do you have cracks in your ceiling? Find out if the cause is simply cosmetic, of if you're facing a structural issue that needs immediate attention.

Tearing out a fireplace can be both terribly messy and expensive—not to mention unnecessary. Read on about a more cost-efficient (and DIY!) alternative for your next room refresh.