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How To's & Quick Tips
August 02, 2022 | Tuesday
Amazon's Secret Outlet Has Home Deals Up to 80% Off Right Now
Amazon is always a go-to spot for discounted products, but just like going to a retail store, sometimes you have to d...
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ALEXA ERICKSON
Lawn & Garden
August 01, 2022 | Monday
How To Get Rid of Bees (Without Harming Them)
Many homeowners deal with various types of bees swarming their homes at one point or another. Whether they’re ground ...
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NICOLE FALLON
Lawn & Garden
August 01, 2022 | Monday
How Much Does a Retractable Awning Cost?
Typical Range: $500 to $25,000 National Average: $3,100Awnings are a type of exterior architectural element that p...
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ROCHEL MADAY
Tools & Workshop
August 01, 2022 | Monday
The Best Generator Deals of 2022: Honda, Generac, Predator, and More
A generator is a great item to have if you're a homeowner. Whether you need backup power to your home or workshop or ...
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ALEXA ERICKSON
Interior Design
August 01, 2022 | Monday
Is a Purple Seat Cushion Worth the Money?
Sitting for hours on an uncomfortable chair is quite literally a pain in the rear. For those who work long days at a ...
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JAHLEEN TURNBULL-SOUSA
How To's & Quick Tips
August 01, 2022 | Monday
The 5 Best Things to Buy in August, According to Retail Experts
Though the beginning of August is still technically summer, it’s also a time when many of us start thinking about bac...
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ALEXA ERICKSON
How To's & Quick Tips
July 29, 2022 | Friday
How to Fix a Bathroom Sink Stopper
One of the most overlooked parts of a bathroom sink is the sink plug; this is because many people don’t understand th...
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TIMOTHY DALE
How To's & Quick Tips
July 29, 2022 | Friday
Water-Bath Canning for Beginners
Water-bath canning is a terrific, cost-effective way to preserve produce for later in the year. All summer long, hom...
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DEBBIE WOLFE
Flooring & Stairs
July 29, 2022 | Friday
Linoleum vs. Vinyl Flooring: What’s the Difference?
Linoleum and vinyl are both popular flooring options for kitchens and bathrooms because they’re durable, water-resis...
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SAVANNAH SHER
Lawn & Garden
July 29, 2022 | Friday
What Is Banana Water and Is it Actually Good for Plants?
Q: I recently saw a viral video recommending that gardeners make banana water for plants. Is banana water an effectiv...
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SANDI SCHWARTZ
Other Rooms
July 29, 2022 | Friday
The Best Outdoor Bar Carts of 2022
The bar is fully stocked, the ice bucket is filled, and something delicious is sizzling on the grill. Get the alfresc...
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ROBIN PLASKOFF HORTON
Managing Construction
July 29, 2022 | Friday
The Best Lunch Boxes for Construction Workers of 2022
A construction worker’s lunch box must not only keep food tasting fresh, but it often must protect the contents from ...
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BOB BEACHAM
Lawn & Garden
July 29, 2022 | Friday
The Best Raccoon Baits of 2022
Raccoons are opportunistic omnivores, eating almost anything they get their paws on. However, like many animals, they...
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JASMINE HARDING
Lawn & Garden
July 29, 2022 | Friday
The Best Fertilizers for Apple Trees of 2022
Most apple varieties mature in autumn when the temperatures start to moderate, and the bright greens of spring and su...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
How To's & Quick Tips
July 29, 2022 | Friday
10 Caulking Mistakes You're Making—and How To Fix Them
Whether you need to create a watertight seal between a bathtub and tile, seal a leak around a window, or give a finis...
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TONY CARRICK
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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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