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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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

A faulty part on your hard-working appliance could lead to more headaches if left unchecked. Fortunately, these five fixes could stop water from pooling on your kitchen floor with every dishwasher cycle.

Purchase home appliances at the outlet that suits your style, budget, installation, and warranty needs.

Bleach is handy and effective for disinfecting surfaces, but keep a few safety precautions in mind when handling this potent cleaner.

With our busy lives today, it’s no wonder everyone’s looking for ways to speed up—or eliminate—daily chores. Topping the list of time-saving tools is the robotic vacuum, an appliance that promises to clean the floor on its own without your ever having to lift a finger. We chatted with a number of people who own robot vacuums to learn what they really think about their smart little machines, and what they had to say might surprise you.

Return these notably low-maintenance plants to the peak of health with these tips and treatments.

When it comes to hiding valuables in your home, you don't need a massive safe bolted to the floor in the bedroom—you just need to stay one step ahead of would-be thieves. All it takes is a little clever thinking. Read on for 11 wow-worthy stash spots and get some inspiration for updating your own around-the-home hiding place.

Save yourself the time from scrubbing and sanitizing on your own—clean these 20 household items in your dishwasher.

Sure, you can do whatever you want at your house, but it doesn’t hurt to have the decency to think of your neighbors. Consider changing these 12 annoying habits to be a better neighbor.

We waste water every day—for example, when we let the water run while we brush our teeth or wait for the shower to hit the perfect temperature. It's fairly easy to save water by cutting out these wasteful habits. But if you're already pretty good about conserving water, how can you reduce your water usage even further? One way to kick your eco-friendly efforts up a notch is by reusing water around your house. Here's how.

Restore your lawn from the ugly effects of snow mold—and boost its resistance to further attacks.

Eschewing excess space and making the most of every inch, these functional but tiny houses prove that bigger is not always better.

One of the most versatile, all-natural cleaning agents in the world can be found inside the kitchen pantry, and it barely costs a thing.

You're probably all too well acquainted with some of the pests that can damage a house, but you might be surprised to learn about others that can wreak havoc, causing considerable harm before you even realize what’s going on. Click through to discover which pests do the most damage to your home and to find out how to get rid of them.