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Tools & Workshop
February 26, 2024 | Monday
Hands-On Tool Review: Did the DeWalt Narrow Crown Stapler Nail It?
We own a narrow crown stapler that gets a lot of use in our small woodworking and trim projects. This type of stapler...
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MARK CLEMENT
Basement & Garage
February 26, 2024 | Monday
The Best Paint for Garage Doors to Upgrade Your Home’s Look
Covering an old and worn garage door with a fresh coat of paint—whether repainting a faded or peeling garage door or ...
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TONY CARRICK
Lawn & Garden
February 26, 2024 | Monday
How to Use Eggshells for Plants (in the Garden or in Pots)
If you are into recycling and have learned the most environmentally friendly ways to dispose of your plastics and alu...
By
AUDREY STALLSMITH
How To's & Quick Tips
February 23, 2024 | Friday
The Best Gifts for the Yeti Devotee In Your Life
In the world of outdoor gear, Yeti stands out as a symbol of durability, style, and innovation. For enthusiasts who s...
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SAVANNAH SHER
Tools & Workshop
February 23, 2024 | Friday
15 Household Items That Could Save Your Life
The only thing you can expect in life is that the unexpected can and eventually will happen. So, it’s worth making su...
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SAVANNAH SHER
Lawn & Garden
February 23, 2024 | Friday
The Best Outdoor Shades for Privacy and Temperature Control
Outdoor shades can provide welcome coverage in areas such as balconies, porches, sunrooms, or patios. Depending on th...
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JASMINE HARDING
Lawn & Garden
February 23, 2024 | Friday
How to Grow Peonies to Achieve the Ultimate Cottage Garden at Home
Popular for their lushly opulent late spring or early summer cut flowers, low-maintenance peony plants aren’t difficu...
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AUDREY STALLSMITH
How To's & Quick Tips
February 23, 2024 | Friday
How to Replace a Toilet Flush Valve Step by Step
Bathrooms are important rooms in the home, providing a convenient place for people to bathe, brush their teeth, shave...
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TIMOTHY DALE
Lawn & Garden
February 23, 2024 | Friday
How to Make a Terrarium in 5 Simple Steps
If you lack a nature scene outside your windows, try making your own miniature version inside other panes. Although t...
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AUDREY STALLSMITH
Interior Design
February 21, 2024 | Wednesday
Interior Design Service Havenly Acquires Home Decor Brand The Citizenry
Leading online interior design service, Havenly, announced the acquisition of home decor brand The Citizenry; The Cit...
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ANN-SOPHIE KAEMMERLE
Buying & Selling Homes
February 21, 2024 | Wednesday
5 Home Ownership Expenses That Are Tax Deductible—and 5 That Aren’t
If you bought your first home in 2023 or refinanced your home, then you might be in line to take advantage of some ho...
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TONY CARRICK
Home Improvement
February 20, 2024 | Tuesday
ADT Slashed 50% Off Its Security Systems—See How to Save Up to $550
If you've been thinking about beefing up your home security, now's the perfect time: top-tier home security compan...
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ANN-SOPHIE KAEMMERLE
How To's & Quick Tips
February 20, 2024 | Tuesday
20 Seriously Surprising Uses for Ziploc Bags
It’s been nearly 60 years since the invention of the Ziploc plastic storage bag, and our freezers, fridges, and even ...
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DONNA BOYLE SCHWARTZ
How To's & Quick Tips
February 16, 2024 | Friday
The Best Way to Maximize Your Tax Refund? By Investing in These Home Improvement Projects
One of the best ways to spend a tax refund is to put it toward projects that will earn you tax credits, ensuring you ...
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TONY CARRICK
Managing Construction
February 15, 2024 | Thursday
How to Finance a Pool: 6 Ways to Pay for This Popular Home Upgrade
Pools provide a refreshing retreat away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, so it’s easy to understand the appe...
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KATIE ZIRALDO
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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...