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Home Improvement
October 25, 2023 | Wednesday
How Much Does Attic Ladder Installation Cost?
Highlights The typical cost to install an attic ladder ranges from $340 to $1,240, while the national average cost i...
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BRIE GREENHALGH
Tools & Workshop
October 25, 2023 | Wednesday
All You Need to Know About Generac's Portable Generator Recall
When the power goes out, portable generators can offer a quick and convenient source of backup power in the short ter...
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STEPHANIE CRONK
Home Improvement
October 25, 2023 | Wednesday
How Much Does a Foundation Cost to Build?
Highlights Foundation cost typically ranges from $5,200 to $148,000, but the national average is $9,100. The type a...
By
ROCHEL MADAY
Interior Design
October 25, 2023 | Wednesday
11 Clever, Renter-Friendly Ways to Use Command Hooks
Whether you’re living in a rental and are forbidden from drilling holes in walls, or you’re a homeowner experimenting...
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BOB VILA STAFF
Storage
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
Review: Can the SentrySafe Home Safe Withstand a Bonfire?
Home safes provide a secure shelter for valuable possessions such as jewelry, important documents, and electronic dev...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
Home Improvement
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
Solved! Does Vivint Work With Alexa?
Q: I’m interested in a new home security system. I have a hodgepodge of smart-home devices, but I haven’t managed to ...
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MEGHAN WENTLAND
Other Rooms
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
Blackstone Takes a Great Griddle and Makes It Even Better
When it comes to flat-top grills, few carry the reputation of those made by Blackstone. The company’s griddles are we...
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TONY CARRICK
Interior Design
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
17 Products That Will Instantly Add Vintage Style to Any Home
Vintage styling has an old-fashioned charm that can make a house feel like a home. Repurposing old styles into new, v...
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JASMINE HARDING
Flooring & Stairs
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
Review: The Shark Rocket Pet Vacuum’s Cord Didn’t Trip Up Our Tests
You’ve heard it before and may have even said it before: “I’ll never buy a corded vacuum again. ” But not so fast! I ...
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MICHELLE LARSON
Flooring & Stairs
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
Solved! How Much Flooring Do I Need to Buy?
Q: I’ve recently purchased a wonderful older home that’s full of charm—but all the flooring is worn and badly out of ...
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MEGHAN WENTLAND
Lawn & Garden
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
If the DeWalt 20V Chainsaw Doesn’t Work for Every Task, Is It Worth It?
If you’re in the market for a small battery-powered chainsaw, there are lots of good options and a few not-so-good on...
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MARK WOLFE
Managing Construction
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
11 Lessons I Learned Renovating My Old Home
My favorite bit of trivia about our old home is that the idea for Arizona Iced Tea was born here. Well, at least that...
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KRISTEN MOSIER
Lawn & Garden
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
This Fiskars Reel Mower Cuts Better Than the Competition
Push reel lawn mowers have been around for a long time and still retain a loyal following for many good reasons. Thes...
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MARK WOLFE
Other Rooms
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
Dupray Neat Steam Cleaner Review: Eliminate Dirt and Grime With Superheated Steam
Steam cleaners dislodge dirt and sanitize, using only water. Some models work as mops or handheld units, while others...
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KATIE BARTON
Bathroom
October 24, 2023 | Tuesday
How to Design a Bathroom That's Easier to Clean
Most people would rather spend more time washing up than cleaning up in the bathroom. Scrubbing and scouring a bathro...
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KAT HODGINS
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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...