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Keep these interior designer tips in mind when buying and installing curtains for any room in your home.

Fix woodpecker damage to trees, siding, and shingles—and keep it from happening again—with these proven repair and prevention techniques.

Your heat is cranked up, but one of your radiators is still ice-cold. Don’t fret—this is a common problem. Good thing there's a quick fix!

After you finish frying and feasting, be sure to properly and safely dispose of the cooking oil. Whether you use lard, shortening, or liquid oil, we’ve got the 411.

Has your leather couch, purse, or car seat been tarnished by an unsightly ink stain? Reverse the damage with one of these four easy DIY solutions.

You needn’t be a mother-in-law—or have one—to reap the benefits of these gorgeous self-contained suites.

Clean away the gray cast of dust, dirt, grease, and more from your wallpaper in three steps—or less.

Tackle this task and you’ll be a giant step closer to the at-home oasis (or extra square footage!) you’ve always wanted.

Always keep a roll or two of electrical tape handy to tackle a variety of fixes in your workshop.

With the best paint for plastic, you can update old, faded objects to give them new life. 

Maximize kitchen space and create a seamless look with a convenient wall oven.

Everything has a shelf-life, including seeds. Some last longer than others, though, so here’s what to look for and determine if your flower and vegetable seeds may still be viable.

Put an end to shrinkage and fading, and pamper your shirts, pants, and undergarments with one of the top dryers you can buy.

Try to banish an outdated decal the wrong way and you could damage your vehicle’s finish. So put down that razor blade and employ these safe, simple techniques for ridding your ride of stubborn adhesive.

Learn the proper way to trash those burnouts—some of which contain toxic components—to keep your family and the environment safe.

Creeped out by slithery legless reptiles? Try these methods to discourage their presence or banish them should they appear on your property.

Avoid accidentally bending, scoring, or gouging the metal in your next DIY project when you use the tools and technique outlined here.

Nothing encourages outdoor enjoyment quite as much as a patio does. If you've been coveting the idea of a sturdy, inviting paver patio for years, take heart: Even a relatively inexperienced do-it-yourselfer can achieve professional-level results. Here's how.

If a section of your carpet has seen better days, why not patch it rather than replace the entire thing? Here's how.