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May 18, 2023 | Thursday
The Best Mosquito Repellents for Patios of 2023
Enjoying the deck or patio shouldn’t include swatting mosquitoes away. Not only are they pesky, but they can transmit...
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TOM SCALISI
Lawn & Garden
May 18, 2023 | Thursday
The Best Garden Kneelers of 2023
If you love to garden but struggle with knee pain and joint aches while working on hard ground, a garden kneeler can ...
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LISA CONANT
Other Rooms
May 18, 2023 | Thursday
The Best Oscillating Fans of 2023
Unlike stationary fans that blow air in one direction, oscillating fans sweep back and forth, distributing air over a...
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TONY CARRICK
Other Rooms
May 18, 2023 | Thursday
The Best Fans of 2023
When the mercury climbs, staying cool is a priority. While an air conditioner is typically best, sometimes a quality ...
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TOM SCALISI
Other Rooms
May 18, 2023 | Thursday
The Best Outdoor Projector Screens of 2023
Once you have an outdoor movie projector, you can throw a watch party using the garage door or a wall as a screen. Bu...
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MARKKUS ROVITO
Kitchen
May 18, 2023 | Thursday
The Best Slide-In Electric Ranges of 2023
Also known as a front-control range, a slide-in range sits flush with kitchen countertops and doesn't have a backspla...
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SAVANNAH SHER
Tools & Workshop
May 18, 2023 | Thursday
The Best Hybrid Table Saws of 2023
Contractor table saws are ideal for rough carpentry jobs, but the blades and fences typically aren’t precise enough t...
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TONY CARRICK
Interior Design
May 17, 2023 | Wednesday
How to Plan a Whole House Light Fixture Update to Reflect Your Design Style
Does your lighting design date the appearance of your home? Here’s a bright idea: Change out the fixtures (or even ju...
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KAT HODGINS
How To's & Quick Tips
May 17, 2023 | Wednesday
Three of Our Favorite Portable Air Conditioners Are Hundreds of Dollars Off Right Now
The temperatures outside are rapidly rising—and will continue to, which means it's time to ensure the inside of your ...
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PERRI KRESSEL
Home Improvement
May 17, 2023 | Wednesday
16 Things You Should Never Buy at the Dollar Store
Hitting the dollar store to pick up some low-cost items is one way to save money, but what’s the trade-off? Whether b...
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KATIE NOLAN
Lawn & Garden
May 17, 2023 | Wednesday
We Tested the Makita XML03 Lawn Mower: Is This Battery Powered Mower Enough for Your Yard?
Maintaining a regular mowing schedule is vital to achieving lush and healthy turfgrass. However, a battery-powered la...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
Flooring & Stairs
May 17, 2023 | Wednesday
The 8 Best Places to Buy Carpet in 2023
Has your carpeting seen better days? If it is looking dirty or generally worn out, you may be ready to replace it wit...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
Lawn & Garden
May 17, 2023 | Wednesday
How to Grow Hops
Learning how to grow hops isn’t difficult. In fact, it’s a little too easy—one of the only plants that grows faster t...
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AUDREY STALLSMITH
Home Improvement
May 15, 2023 | Monday
9 Brilliant Ways to Put Your Garden on Autopilot
Some people love gardens but hate gardening, and that’s totally OK. There, we said it. We know some plant lovers who ...
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JENNIFER NOONAN
Lawn & Garden
May 15, 2023 | Monday
Can You Really Save Time and Water With a Hose Timer? I Tested One to Find Out!
As a homeowner and avid gardener, I am always looking for ways to save time and ensure my plants and lawn receive ade...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
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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...