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How To's & Quick Tips
April 21, 2022 | Thursday
Solved! Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Theft?
Q: A neighbor’s house was recently broken into and I’m a little concerned it might happen to me as well. If the worst...
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MICHELLE HONEYAGER
Lawn & Garden
April 21, 2022 | Thursday
12 Stylish Adirondack Chairs for Any Budget
With a sloped seat, tall back, and spacious armrests, Adirondack chairs offer the ideal spot to sit back, relax, and ...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
Lawn & Garden
April 21, 2022 | Thursday
Follow This Guide to Hoya Plant Care to Achieve Elusive, Starry Blooms
Hoya plant care is easy, since the vining succulent tolerates low light and intermittent watering with equanimity, un...
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AUDREY STALLSMITH
How To's & Quick Tips
April 21, 2022 | Thursday
How to Steam Clean an Oven: 3 Surefire Methods to Get Rid of Baked-On Gunk
While important, cleaning the oven is one of those tasks that many homeowners would rather put off. Being up to your ...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
Lawn & Garden
April 21, 2022 | Thursday
Is the John Deere S130 Lawn Tractor Worth It?
For anyone maintaining a half-acre or larger property, a lawn tractor makes life easier. A really good lawn tractor o...
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MARK WOLFE
Green
April 21, 2022 | Thursday
The 16 Best Earth Day Deals to Shop This Week
Earth Day 2022—which falls on April 22 this year—is a day created to honor and give back to the planet we live on. Wh...
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AMANDA TARLTON
Lawn & Garden
April 20, 2022 | Wednesday
The Best Kids Picnic Tables of 2022
Putting a picnic table in the backyard is a great way to encourage spending time outdoors. They’re perfect for cookou...
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CAROL BENTON
Kitchen
April 20, 2022 | Wednesday
The Best Can Openers for Seniors of 2022
Many seniors experience the effects of arthritis or other age-related conditions in their hands. Symptoms include a l...
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CAROL BENTON
Tools & Workshop
April 20, 2022 | Wednesday
The Best Welding Helmets of 2022
Regardless of the welding process being used, or the welder’s skill, a proper safety helmet must always be worn. No e...
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BOB BEACHAM
Lawn & Garden
April 20, 2022 | Wednesday
Everything to Know Before Hiring for Yard Waste Removal
As the seasons change, homeowners face the recurring task of tidying up the yard. Leaves, grass clippings, garden pru...
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MEGHAN WENTLAND
Basement & Garage
April 20, 2022 | Wednesday
How Much Does Garage Door Repair Cost?
Typical Range: $149 to $350 National Average: $247A garage door can keep a home safe and boost the overall curb ap...
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KATIE FLANNERY
Lawn & Garden
April 20, 2022 | Wednesday
Peat Moss vs. Coco Coir: What’s the Difference Between These Go-To Gardening Supplies?
Peat moss has long been a primary ingredient in seed starting and potting mixes, as well as a popular amendment to ga...
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AUDREY STALLSMITH
Other Rooms
April 20, 2022 | Wednesday
13 Easy Spring Home Decor Ideas for Every Room in Your House
Spring cleaning doesn’t just involve downsizing your closet and dusting off those hard-to-reach areas. It also involv...
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MARISSA MILLER
Lawn & Garden
April 20, 2022 | Wednesday
Want a Bountiful Summer Garden? Do These 3 Quick Things to Your Soil This Weekend
It happens to all of us: In no time flat, winter has slipped away and it’s suddenly time to get spring vegetables and...
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GRETCHEN HEBER
How To's & Quick Tips
April 20, 2022 | Wednesday
How to Make a Bed the Right Way
Many of us were taught to make our bed every morning, but not everyone knows the proper way to make a bed. What order...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
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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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