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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.

If your walls are ready for a refresh, these online retailers will ship paint to your doorstep.

Find out why sunrooms appeal to many homeowners and whether one is right for your home.

You can safely defer these projects without compromising your home or reducing its value.

Bigger is better with these massive flowers that you can grow at home.

Believe it or not, there are right and wrong ways to clean the house. Check out what cleaning mistakes you might be making and how to fix them.

Growing your own food provides food security and gives you the opportunity to eat the freshest produce available. Don't worry if you have no room for a garden in the yard; indoor gardening can be simple if you know how.

Grow your garden to new heights and help save the world with homemade compost.

Make today the start of an eco-friendly lifestyle change. Try these 20 easy ideas you can do right now to be kinder to the planet.

Cutting metal may seem straightforward to the experienced DIYer, but make sure you keep these six things in mind before beginning your next project.

Whether you have loose, nutrient-dense soil or something more like modeling clay, the way you treat it could be making it worse.