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How To's & Quick Tips
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
The Best Yarn Winders of 2022
Yarn winders are useful tools for knitters and crocheters, making it simple to turn other yarn ball types into yarn c...
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JASMINE HARDING
Bathroom
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
The Best Raised Toilet Seats of 2022
A raised toilet seat is often recommended for people with mobility issues or those recovering from certain types of s...
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BECCA LEWIS
Lawn & Garden
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
How Much Does Pool Liner Replacement Cost?
Typical Range: $1,000 to $5,000 National Average: $2,327Pool liners are an important part of above-ground and ingr...
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KATIE FLANNERY
Lawn & Garden
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
The Best Ear Protection for Mowing of 2022
For a lot of folks, getting on or behind a lawn mower is a moment of zen. It’s a chance to clear their thoughts, get ...
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TOM SCALISI
Tools & Workshop
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
The Best Lineman Boots of 2022
Linemen are a different breed of tradespeople. Aside from their normal high-climbing activities, they put life and li...
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TOM SCALISI
Lawn & Garden
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
The Best John Deere Lawn Tractors of 2022
Pushing a lawn mower can be great exercise, but not everyone wants to spend every Saturday morning mowing a large yar...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
Tools & Workshop
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
The Best Welding Boots of 2022
Welding, like many construction tasks, can be very dangerous if you don’t take the proper precautions to stay safe wh...
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TIMOTHY DALE
Lawn & Garden
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
7 Important Things to Know About Growing Herbs Outdoors
Growing herbs outdoors is much easier than growing them indoors since the outdoors is their natural milieu. Outdoor h...
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AUDREY STALLSMITH
Buying & Selling Homes
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
Should I Include an Escalation Clause in My Real Estate Offer?
Q: I’m thinking about making an offer on a property. My real estate agent suggested that I should include an escalati...
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MEL CHILDS
Tools & Workshop
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
The Best DeWalt Table Saws of 2022
Table saws are a versatile staple of DIY enthusiasts, home woodworkers, and jobsite contractors, capable of accuratel...
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BOB BEACHAM
Lawn & Garden
June 23, 2022 | Thursday
13 Most Popular Inflatable Pools for Adults of Summer 2022
Inflatable pools for adults are a must when the weather gets hot. While heading to a community pool can be a nice way...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
Kitchen
June 22, 2022 | Wednesday
How Much Does Garbage Disposal Installation Cost?
Typical Range: $150 to $950 National Average: $400Garbage disposals make it simple to dispose of food waste so it ...
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ROCHEL MADAY
How To's & Quick Tips
June 22, 2022 | Wednesday
The Best AC Installation Companies of 2022
Whether a homeowner lives in an area that is warm all year long or they only have to deal with beating the heat for a...
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TIMOTHY DALE
Tools & Workshop
June 22, 2022 | Wednesday
The Best Amazon Prime Day 2022 Tool Deals You Can Already Shop
With Amazon Prime Day 2022 just a couple of weeks away from July 12 to 13, it's time to start planning for the best d...
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ALEXA ERICKSON
Lawn & Garden
June 22, 2022 | Wednesday
How to Keep Your Garden Happy While You Are on Vacation
There are few things as satisfying as watching your garden change through the growing season and enjoying the literal...
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KAT HODGINS
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It’s a trend that's growing in popularity: Houses are shrinking. Homeowners keen on paring down have begun learning how to...
Put your firewood to work! The folks at Studio St. Paul took firewood storage to the next level by burrowing wooden crates...
Not every house is outfitted with an entire mudroom but—as this space designed by Normandy Remodeling proves—you don’t nee...
Ombré, a gradual shift in shading from one color to another, is a hot trend and a great way to add color to a room. Choose...
In today's homes, fireplaces are commonly found in a family room, but historically, they were located in the kitchen, wher...
Take a page from floating book shelves and build boot shelves to make the most of small storage spaces. The cut-out patter...
Oh, what a coat of paint can do—especially a tranquil watercolor shade of blue against pure white. The restful combination...
Wait—don't throw away that old belt! Arranged into large squares or tiles, used leather belts make a uniquely warm and sof...
Chalkboard paint features prominently in this elegant yet unpretentious headboard design. Add a new message daily to reflec...
Using salvaged wood as a wall treatment adds depth and texture that walls often lack. Here, pieces of exterior siding, bar...
The indecisive homeowner need not fret over choosing one (or even two) cabinet colors. The kitchen cabinets in this artist...
If you love the look of an industrial pendant light but can't stand staring at a stark cord, disguise it! A thick jute rop...
Simple and striking, a couple of pieces of "lovingly used" furniture creates a special kind of charm. A weathered chair fo...
First dress up your metal shelves with a coat of paint in an accent color that complements your kitchen decor. Then arrang...
Schlepping hampers to the laundry room becomes a thing of the past with this spacious closet that also houses a stacked wa...
How To: Light a Fire in a Fireplace
At first, it may seem like a foolproof undertaking: You put some wood in the fireplace, light a m...
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