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Fall is right around the corner and if you've been looking for the perfect centerpiece, this pickle jar and cheese grater DIY is an affordable solution.
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All you need are a few pool noodles, some cardboard, and plaster for this easy DIY. The result? A surprisingly chic accent piece with a textured look.
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Vinegar and baking soda can keep grass from growing around pavers, but not for long. We recommend you try this more permanent solution instead.
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For a healthy lawn, not just any aerator will do. Spike aerators and core aerators do the job in very different ways, and one is more effective long-term.
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Doing laundry used to mean spending hours at a river scrubbing fabrics. But wooden tubs, early electric motors, and automation changed the chore forever.
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Spraying down a grimy grill may seem like the ultimate cleaning shortcut, but beware — that water can be a friend or foe depending on where it lands.
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Want to give your porch a stylish glow without spending much? Grab a PVC pipe and a drill bit to create a surprisingly easy yet sleek outdoor wall light.
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A Washington state upcycler used over 4,500 glass jars to build a greenhouse for their plant collection. The result is not only functional, but beautiful.
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Decorative porch lights can be expensive. This thrifty DIY uses just four items, including a Dollar Tree lantern, to make pretty porch lanterns on a dime.
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We scoured Amazon for the most practical budget aerators that make short work of compacted soil and that owners can use regardless of their experience level.
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Plastic food containers can pile up quickly, and if you feel guilty throwing them away, there's an easy DIY that can give you some added bathroom storage.
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Blades will inevitably dull over time, but you don't need to take them to a professional or buy a sharpener yourself to get them back into chopping shape.
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Choosing the temperature setting for an air conditioner isn't always straightforward. The 20-degree rule could come in handy, but it depends on a few factors.
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Make this gorgeous lift-top coffee table from an old IKEA or thrifted bookcase. If you're handy with tools, all you need is the bookcase and a few supplies.
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Use IKEA cabinets to hide your washer and dryer. While it takes a bit of time to put it together, the result is a beautiful surround that hides these eyesores.
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There's a professional garden edging available from Costco that's crack-proof. New types of aluminum edging resist rust and give a polished look to your garden.
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A few tool brands are actually owned by a larger corporation. Such is the case for Stanley Black & Decker, which owns three brands that existed for many years.
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Create a unique coat rack with a clever DIY. Use a thrifted wooden chessboard and pieces or buy an inexpensive one to make this lever entry hall organizer.
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Air conditioners can blow hot air for a number of reasons, but two of the most common culprits are dirty filters and incorrect settings, per an HVAC expert.
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You might assume a shovel and fear tactics will repel rattlesnakes, but our expert warns that these mistakes could lead to a visit to the emergency room.
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When you think of some go-to appliances, you might not realize how far technology has come. This household tool would be unrecognizable half a century ago.
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This tile has long been a go-to for backsplashes. But today's options go well beyond the plain look, thanks to bolder colors, tactile finishes, and more.
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Complete with colorful mini Asian-inspired vases, this vintage thrift store find makes beautiful decor — but it could also bring in more than $100 when resold.
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The cost of pavers can add up, especially if you're covering a large area. However, items you may have lying around your home can help you make them for less.
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Looking for some seclusion in your backyard but could use something a bit more zen than a regular screen or fence? This budget-friendly DIY has you covered.
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Bed bugs can appear in our homes despite our best cleaning efforts. One expert details how to locate and identify bed bugs throughout your house.
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Moving into August, watch for deep savings as Home Depot clears its summer inventory. Buy two or more appliances, and these deep discounts can really add up.
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