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15 Smart Ways to Store the Kitchen Necessities
Kitchen & Dining

15 Smart Ways to Store the Kitchen Necessities

This isn't your mother's pantry. From utilizing areas you previously ignored to installing devoted storage for individual appliances, getting the most out of your kitchen is all about packing creative solutions into every nook and cranny of available space. Browse these 15 innovative storage ideas that will help you do just that!

11 Handy Uses for Borax Around the House
Cleaning

11 Handy Uses for Borax Around the House

Follow these recipes to get extra mileage from a cleaning agent that’s been used for generations.

12 Ways to Put Your Home on an Energy Diet
Kitchen & Dining

12 Ways to Put Your Home on an Energy Diet

Adopt these 12 home-energy saving ideas and save money on utilities.

13 Creative Designs for Easy DIY Planters
Furniture & Design

13 Creative Designs for Easy DIY Planters

From vertically sprouting succulent gardens to converted colanders that bloom with living greens, these unconventional homemade planter projects require only a can-do spirit and a few basic supplies and tools to sow the seeds of style in your garden.

Storage Sanity: 15 Ways to Organize a Pantry
Kitchen & Dining

Storage Sanity: 15 Ways to Organize a Pantry

Make more room on the shelves and easily see what items are getting low with these pantry organization ideas.

25 of the Best Household Chores for Kids of Every Age
Cleaning

25 of the Best Household Chores for Kids of Every Age

These age-appropriate tasks will build your kids’ confidence and expand their life skills.

12 Things an Arborist Wishes You Knew
Lawn Care & Gardening

12 Things an Arborist Wishes You Knew

Most people wait until a tree is leaning precariously or a large branch has fallen off before they seek the help of an arborist. But certified arborists aren't just for emergencies. They're the go-to sources for all kinds of issues with your trees, and they've got plenty of advice for keeping your trees healthy and thriving. Here are just a few things arborists wish homeowners knew about taking care of their trees.

15 Things Never to Put in the Microwave
Appliances

15 Things Never to Put in the Microwave

Rush, rush, rush—in today's 24/7 culture, a microwave can be a real boon to busy households and time-strapped cooks. But even though these ubiquitous appliances are fast and convenient, there are certain items that you should never, ever put in them. Among the offenders are foods that can splatter or pop, causing a big mess and a huge cleanup hassle, as well as materials that pose health and safety hazards. While there are plenty of things you should never put in a microwave, the items listed here are some of the most common hazards. Just remember: When in doubt, keep it out!

10 Kitchen Updates You Can Do in a Day
Kitchen Design

10 Kitchen Updates You Can Do in a Day

If you're feeling a little stir-crazy in your kitchen, you don't have to take on a complete overhaul to free yourself from its confining style. Instead, try one of these attainable and inexpensive all-in-an-afternoon projects that will make a big change without a steep price tag.

10 Instant Cures for Any Kitchen Odor
Kitchen & Dining

10 Instant Cures for Any Kitchen Odor

In the kitchen, strong cooking smells come with the territory. Some odors are pleasant, while others leave you throwing open windows, turning on fans, or rushing out of the house. If you need to freshen the air fast, try one of these tips for eliminating those foul, stinky, and generally unpleasant aromas that (unfortunately) accompany food prep.

10 Unexpected Uses for Spray Paint
Painting & Finishing

10 Unexpected Uses for Spray Paint

Looking to make updates around the house? There are so many surprising items to color and revive all with just a can of spray paint.

10 Tips for Surviving a Renovation Mess
Green Building & Remodeling

10 Tips for Surviving a Renovation Mess

Yes, it's possible to keep life moving forward and make progress on a home renovation project at the same time. Here's how to do it.

12 Painted Walls That Look Like Wallpaper
Painting & Finishing

12 Painted Walls That Look Like Wallpaper

The walls of your house should be sturdy, but they don’t have to be boring. Amp up the appeal of your interior walls with a little painter’s tape and some bright ideas.

These 30 Places Have the Worst Weather in America
People & Places

These 30 Places Have the Worst Weather in America

All cities experience extreme weather events every now and again, but some receive far more than their fair share. Get ready to learn which American cities have the most unbearable weather in the country, and find out exactly what kinds of unpleasant conditions earned them a spot on this list.

35 Ways to Use Ordinary Things in Extraordinary Ways
Repurposing

35 Ways to Use Ordinary Things in Extraordinary Ways

When used imaginatively, ordinary items can have practical magic. Here’s some inspiration for employing everyday household goods in unusual—and helpful—ways.

8 Things You Can Clean With a Pressure Washer
Tools

8 Things You Can Clean With a Pressure Washer

There are few things more satisfying than watching a pressure washer blast away built-up grime and debris from outdoor surfaces—in fact, it can be downright soothing.

7 Pro Tips for Brightening Your Bathroom
Bathroom Design

7 Pro Tips for Brightening Your Bathroom

Add light and airiness to even the smallest bathroom space with these easy, affordable tips and tricks.

These Homes Are Time Capsules of Past Trends
Green Building & Remodeling

These Homes Are Time Capsules of Past Trends

Take a trip to yesteryear by scrolling through a collection of homes that are frozen in time like living monuments to design trends of years past.

12 Common Types of Mold in Homes
Cleaning

The 12 Most Common Types of Mold in the Home

Even if you haven’t spotted it yet, mold is probably in your home right now. Read on to learn which species are most prevalent, where they grow, and when you have a problem.

The Pros and Cons of Black Stainless Steel Appliances
Appliances

The Pros and Cons of Black Stainless Steel

Get the 411 on this trendy appliance finish to see if black stainless steel is the smart choice for your home.