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Home Improvement
March 03, 2023 | Friday
The 15 Best Trees for Any Backyard
Well-tended, colorful trees can add much-needed shade, privacy, and value to your property. This list of different ty...
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JENNIFER NOONAN
Kitchen
March 03, 2023 | Friday
The Best KitchenAid Stand Mixer Attachments to Shop in 2023
When it comes to power mixers, KitchenAid's stand mixers are hard to beat. Beloved by home cooks and professional bak...
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PERRI KRESSEL
Other Rooms
March 03, 2023 | Friday
The Best Air Humidifiers and Purifiers of 2023
Combination air humidifiers and purifiers add moisture to the air and filter out pollutants at the same time. For hom...
By
JASMINE HARDING
Other Rooms
March 03, 2023 | Friday
The Best Ionic Air Purifiers of 2023
Ionic air purifiers use ionizers to clean the air. These ionizers charge airborne particles, which causes them to be ...
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JASMINE HARDING
Major Systems
March 03, 2023 | Friday
Shark Air Purifier Review: Is This the Best Air Purifier on the Market? We Tested it to Find out!
Heightened awareness of allergens and toxins in the air we breathe has boosted the popularity of air purifiers for ho...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
Lawn & Garden
March 03, 2023 | Friday
Weeding Without Chemicals: Red Dragon Mini Weed Torch Tested & Reviewed
One of my favorite weed-control tools that lawn care articles often ignore is fire. Both mature weeds and weed seeds ...
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MARK WOLFE
Tools & Workshop
March 03, 2023 | Friday
DeWalt Cordless Brad Nailer Tested & Reviewed: How Good Is the Popular Trim Tool?
DeWalt power tools are mainstays for both pros and DIYers, and the brand name has become synonymous with high quality...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
Tools & Workshop
March 03, 2023 | Friday
Bostich Brad Nailer Tested & Reviewed: See How The Smart Point Performed
If you associate the name "Bostitch" with office and home staplers, you're not alone. But the company also m...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
Interior Design
March 03, 2023 | Friday
How Much Do Built-In Bookshelves Cost?
Highlights The typical cost range to add built-in bookshelves to a room is $1,290 to $4,420, with customers paying a...
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KATIE FLANNERY
Bathroom
March 03, 2023 | Friday
How Much Does It Cost to Tile a Shower?
Highlights The typical cost range to tile a shower is $225 to $1,920, with a national average cost of $900. Some of...
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CATHERINE HILES
Tools & Workshop
March 03, 2023 | Friday
HK Porter 24-Inch Bolt Cutters Review: Do They Work?
Anyone who's lost the key to a padlock and used a hacksaw to methodically saw through the steel shank has likely wish...
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GLENDA TAYLOR
Tools & Workshop
March 03, 2023 | Friday
Craftsman 102-Piece Mixed Tool Set Review: Is it Worth It?
A dependable set of hand tools—including those for cutting, driving, gripping, and measuring—is essential for perform...
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MARK WOLFE
Storm Proofing
March 02, 2023 | Thursday
The 8 Best Water Heater Brands of 2023
Most would agree that a water heater is probably one of the best creature comforts of the modern era. They quietly he...
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TOM SCALISI
Other Rooms
March 02, 2023 | Thursday
The Best Innerspring Mattresses of 2023
The first innerspring mattress was invented in the 1870s. Even though these mattresses have been around for nearly a ...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
How To's & Quick Tips
March 02, 2023 | Thursday
How Much Is Earthquake Insurance in California?
Highlights The typical annual cost of earthquake insurance in California is $3. 54 per thousand dollars of coverage....
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CATHERINE HILES
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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...