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Get gorgeous, high-quality interior and exterior paint with plant-based ingredients and low-VOCs.

As backyard poultry farms gain in popularity, find the coop that works for you, whether you live in the country or in tighter, urban spaces.

Learn how you can benefit from a fully sealed home this winter and beyond—and how simple and painless this project can be with the use of a specialty sealant.

Check out the housing trends of the past to understand how they shape our present and future abodes.

Put out the welcome mat for beautiful backyard critters with these tips for making your property a haven for birds, pollinating insects, and other wildlife.

You’ll be surprised at what you can make, fix, and restore with a little hot glue. Save money and time with these helpful DIY ideas!

Zero-turn mowers and lawn tractors provide the wide decks and speed needed to maintain large yards. However, they have their pros and cons, which could make one a better choice for your yard.

Limited yard space doesn't mean you have to miss out on the joys of gardening. Here are 20 creative ways to garden indoors.

Understand the important function of the open spaces near the foundation of your brick home.

Find out the pros and cons of scaled-down kitchen living and whether a kitchenette is right for your home and lifestyle.

Sometimes the difference between a cultivated plant and a weed is hard to distinguish.

You have the best intentions, but just because you don't want these things anymore doesn't necessarily mean they should be donated to the thrift store. Find out what items thrift stores don't want or need.

The dining room is often an extra space that gets used only for holidays or special occasions. But if you're plagued by small square footage—or if you're trying to make your house more functional overall—then this dedicated eating area may be eating up precious space. Never again have to sacrifice one room for another with these 14 ideas for making your dining room work doubly well.

Most people know when fruits and veggies have gone bad or when leftovers start looking like a science experiment and should be thrown away, but there are numerous items in your house that can go bad without any obvious manifestations. Click through to learn about a few things in your house that may have passed their prime without your having noticed.

Trial-and-error is an integral part of the learning process when it comes to any hobby, including gardening. But some errors are so egregious that it’s best to avoid them right off the bat.

While it’s true that over the past few years white walls have taken a back seat to walls in trendy gray, deep jewel tones, bright hues, and even black, it’s also true that white never really goes out of fashion. For evidence, just check out these smart decorating strategies that make white walls shine.

Follow these tips and tricks to speed through those dishes piling up in your sink.

Keep yourself and your home safe and looking great by moving these projects outside.

Equip yourself correctly to tackle this old-world and specialized technique.

Spring is in the air and it’s time to get growing! Whether you’re working within the confines of an apartment balcony, a modest backyard, or an expansive ranch, a vertical garden provides new opportunities for growth. Vertical gardens use a variety of methods to grow herbs, vegetables, and flowers in a structured environment. While there are numerous commercial vertical planters on the market, it is easy to make your own by upcycling items from your garage or attic—or hunting for affordable finds at your local flea market. The key ingredient is good-quality potting soil and a planting vessel that allows for consistent drainage. If you’re wondering whether you have any household items that could be used to build a DIY vertical garden, here are 14 creative ideas to get you started.