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How To's & Quick Tips
May 23, 2022 | Monday
Memorial Day Sales 2022: The Best Deals on Appliances, Furniture, and More
Many retailers have already dropped some of the best Memorial Day sales of 2022 to shop right now before the holiday ...
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AMANDA TARLTON
Lawn & Garden
May 20, 2022 | Friday
Don’t Skip This Step Before Fertilizing Your Lawn
Healthy soil is key to growing a vigorous lawn. Good soil also reduces runoff, erosion, and leaching of surplus ferti...
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LORI LOVELY
Buying & Selling Homes
May 20, 2022 | Friday
Moving Soon? 12 Essentials to Bring for the First Week in Your New Home
Moving is stressful, whether you move down the street or across the country. Meticulous organizers know the importanc...
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KAT HODGINS
Interior Design
May 20, 2022 | Friday
Solved! Can You Put Wallpaper on Textured Walls?
Q: I’ve found the perfect wallpaper for my guest bedroom, but I’m not sure if I can put it over the room’s orange pee...
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JASMINE HARDING
How To's & Quick Tips
May 20, 2022 | Friday
Home Depot Memorial Day Sale 2022: The Best Deals on Appliances, Tools, and More
The Home Depot Memorial Day sale 2022 has already kicked off and runs now through Monday, May 30 with a slew of early...
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AMANDA TARLTON
Lawn & Garden
May 20, 2022 | Friday
Get a Solo Stove Fire Pit for Its Lowest Price Ever During This Memorial Day Sale
If you've been wanting the Solo Stove fire pit that everyone is talking about, the upcoming holiday weekend may be th...
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AMANDA TARLTON
How To's & Quick Tips
May 20, 2022 | Friday
DIY Disasters: 9 Homeowner "Fixes" That Can Mess Up Your House
DIY projects can keep home maintenance costs low, but it’s important to only tackle jobs you have the knowledge, expe...
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TIMOTHY DALE
Lawn & Garden
May 19, 2022 | Thursday
11 Flowering Trees Every DIY Landscaper Should Know
If you wish to decorate your landscape with small flowering trees, you’ll likely want to choose at least one or two v...
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AUDREY STALLSMITH
How To's & Quick Tips
May 19, 2022 | Thursday
Can Cold Water Effectively Clean Your Laundry?
The old rules of washing colors in cold water and whites in hot water are fading as consumers become more eco-conscio...
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DONNA BOYLE SCHWARTZ
How To's & Quick Tips
May 19, 2022 | Thursday
The Best Memorial Day Appliance Sales 2022 To Shop Right Now
Memorial Day appliance sales have already begun ahead of the upcoming holiday weekend. Whether you're shopping for a ...
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AMANDA TARLTON
Lawn & Garden
May 18, 2022 | Wednesday
28 Flower Bed Ideas Perfect for Big or Small Yards
Flower beds can completely transform an outdoor space when used correctly. Putting careful thought into how your flow...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
Lawn & Garden
May 18, 2022 | Wednesday
The Best Suction Pool Cleaners of 2022
Although it is possible to use a brush and manual vacuum to clean your pool, it's not a task many pool owners have th...
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TONY CARRICK
Lawn & Garden
May 18, 2022 | Wednesday
The Best Lawn Fungicides of 2022
Even the best-tended lawn can develop a fungal problem, which can show up as visible brown patches, rusty-looking or ...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
Tools & Workshop
May 18, 2022 | Wednesday
The Best Construction Work Pants of 2022
Anyone who works with their hands knows that their clothes can take a beating. Construction, DIY projects, and trade ...
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TOM SCALISI
Tools & Workshop
May 18, 2022 | Wednesday
The Best Metal-Cutting Saws of 2022
Sawing through metal by hand is hard work! A hacksaw can tackle occasional small jobs, but for larger pieces or if yo...
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BOB BEACHAM
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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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