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How a Chimney Works
Roofing

The chimney might not be a part of your home you consider very often, but keeping it in good working order is a critical part of ensuring a safe and healthy home.

10 Ways to Decorate With Floor Mirrors That Are Right on Trend
Interior

Indispensable for creating ornate entryways, faux windows, and other decorative effects, floor mirrors are essential pieces of home design.

tim allen and richard karn from home improvement
DIY

DIY enthusiasts loved Tool Time back in the day, but does the duo's new show live up to the hype surrounding their reunion?

9 Curb Appeal Trends You Might Regret Sooner Rather Than Later
Curb Appeal

If you’re thinking about updating your home’s exterior, be sure to avoid these outdated, so-20th-century trends.

How to Clean Shower Doors
Bathrooms

Say goodbye to streaks and soap scum when you follow these simple tips.

Home Fire Sprinkler Systems
Safety & Security

Despite the statistics, home fire sprinklers have yet to become code-mandated in new-home construction, and few homeowners who have the option choose to include this life-saving investment in their home.

What’s the Difference? Mold vs. Mildew
Mold & Mildew

Though these two potentially harmful household fungi are often talked about in the same breath, they each have unique traits that can help you tell them apart.  

Burpee’s New ‘Armageddon’ Pepper is Only for the Bravest of Vegetable Gardeners
Gardening

Named for an apocalyptic, end-of-the-world battle, is Burpee’s new, red-hot ‘Armageddon’ the last word in hot peppers?

Under-Cabinet Lighting - LED Strip
Cabinets

5 Questions to Ask Before Installing Pendant Lighting
Lighting & Electrical

Looking for pendant lighting ideas? Whether hung singly or in multiples, these versatile fixtures offer bright possibilities.

Ductless Mini Splits vs Window Air Conditioners
Cooling

Get that bulky, view-obstructing, noisy AC unit out of your window for good! A ductless mini-split system offers a sleeker appearance, remarkable efficiency, and unparalleled comfort.

Little pine wooden cottage with curtains, buxus ball, hornbeam hedge,garden path with pebbles and lawn with daisies in spring.Poplar trees in the background.
Exterior

If adding an accessory dwelling unit appeals to you, consider the details before putting in the sweat equity, time, and money.

How to Make Your Own Concrete Edging
Curb Appeal

This summer, show off all of the work you put into maintaining a lush lawn and fruitful garden with an easy and affordable project that really makes them pop: edging.

5 Signs Your Home Needs a Dehumidifier
Home Technology

If you're feeling a little sticky at home, watch for these other symptoms of high humidity. Then, take steps to remedy the situation before it snowballs into a bigger problem. The solution? Finding the right dehumidifier for your home.

Manabloc Systems
Water Heaters

Reduce your monthly utility bill and cut down on wasted water with a cutting-edge plumbing system.

cedar box planters on deck rails
Deck, Patio & Porch

Indirect Water Heaters
Water Heaters

If you're in the market for a new water heater, explore an option that could be just right for your needs.

worst paint color for perfectionists
Paints & Finishes

Nothing brings a room to life quite like it—but getting a professional-looking finish on a wall painted in this color can be tricky.

breakfast nook makeover before photo
Kitchen Design

This DIYer turned open shelves and an empty corner into a sunny and modern farmhouse-style breakfast nook and storage area.

unused storage room before kids playroom makeover
Storage

Insulation, shiplap, and a couple of key design elements give an 8 by 10 foot storage space a second life as a kid’s hideaway play area.