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6 Things to Know Before Installing Recessed Lighting
Lighting & Electrical

8 Things to Know Before Installing Recessed Lighting in Your Home

Prized for their inconspicuous design that won't detract from the decor, can lights are always in style. Before tackling a recessed lighting installation in your home, however, it's important to figure out which kinds of lights to use and where they'll go.

15 Clever Bicycle Storage Ideas for Any Space
Storage

15 Clever Bicycle Storage Ideas for Any Space

Bikes take up a lot of space when not in use. These storage solutions will create room you never knew you had!

Best HVAC Coil Cleaner Options
HVAC

The Best HVAC Coil Cleaners for Yearly Maintenance

Keeping your condenser and evaporator coils clean can save you money and extend the life of your HVAC system.

The Best Underbed Storage
Mattresses & Bedding

The Best Under Bed Storage for Your Stuff

If you’re short on storage, you’re not alone. These under-the-bed storage ideas will help you maximize your space so you can enjoy living in your home, sans clutter.

The Best Woodworking Books Option
Gifts

The Best Woodworking Books for Honing Your Craft

Whether you’re a woodworking novice, advanced craftsman, or somewhere in between, reputable reference material helps you become the best artisan you can be.

13 DIY Squirrel Feeder Ideas for Your Yard
Wildlife

13 DIY Squirrel Feeder Ideas for Your Yard

Move over, birds! These feeders are for your bushy-tailed backyard friends.

3 Good Reasons to Dust Your Houseplants—and How to Do It
House Plants

3 Good Reasons to Dust Your Houseplants—and How to Do It

Don’t neglect this essential step in plant parenthood.

20 Photos That Show Why Chicago Loves the Two-Flat
Architecture

20 Photos That Show Why Chicago Loves the Two-Flat

Home comes in many shapes and sizes. In the Windy City, one unique setup is attracting renters and buyers of all kinds.

How to Decorate With Farmhouse Beads
Interior Design

How to Decorate With Farmhouse Beads

Try out the boho trend by decorating your home with a chic set of wooden beads. Your mantel, coffee table, and vase will thank you later!

The Best Carpet Shampoo Options
Cleaning Supplies

The Best Carpet Shampoos for Deep Cleaning

Find the right solution to get stained, spotty, smelly carpets clean and fresh again.

How to Sweat Copper Pipes
Plumbing

How To: Sweat Copper Pipe

Ready to take on more complex plumbing jobs? Learn this technique of creating leak-proof joints.

How to Clean Ceramic Tile
Cleaning

How To: Clean Ceramic Tile

Keep your floors looking shiny and new with these simple techniques.

How to Prune a Tree
Landscaping

How To: Prune a Tree

An occasional pruning will keep your trees healthy, safe, and pleasing to the eye. Follow these instructions on how to prune a tree to make sure that your cuts are effective and kind.

Person in yellow boots using ice melt
Repair & Maintenance

The Dos and Don’ts of Using Ice Melt

Master these tricks for using ice melt correctly to keep your walkways, driveways, and other surfaces safe to navigate.

How to Build a Trellis - Lattice Grate
Easy DIY Projects

How To: Build a Trellis (The Quick and Easy Way)

Twined by flowering vines or climbing vegetables, a trellis is practical and picturesque—and not too tough to make.

How to Make an Evergreen Wreath
Easy DIY Projects

How To: Make an Evergreen Holiday Wreath

How to Weather Wood - 5 Ways
Furniture & Design

5 Ways to Weather Wood

With any of these 5 easy DIY methods, you can weather new wood and add years of rustic charm in a weekend—or less!

How to Remove Paint from Plastic
Cleaning & Organizing

How To: Remove Paint from Plastic

These four paint easy removal methods prove successful in any DIY situation, leaving your plastic pristine.

How To Waterproof Fabric - DIY Waterproofing With Wax
Repair & Maintenance

How To: Waterproof Fabric

You can waterproof everything from your favorite outdoor pillows to your kitschy canvas tote using a water repellant that’s been around for more than a century.

10 Things Never to Flush Down the Toilet
Toilets

10 Things Never to Flush Down the Toilet

Save your plumbing and the sewer system by correctly disposing of these items in the trash—not your toilet.