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Life gets busy, and things get forgotten when you're at the store, like replacing the laundry detergent. If you have to do a load and you're out of laundry soap, there's no need to panic. A few common household ingredients can save the day as a laundry detergent substitute.
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If your washing machine has mold and mildew, are your clothes really getting clean? Put the kibosh on mold in your washing machine by adding basic maintenance to your laundry routine.
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Appliances that use refrigerants, like dehumidifiers, need to be disposed of with care. While extensive regulations are in place locally and nationally, solutions for how to dispose of a dehumidifier are plentiful.
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Knowing a tree's age is fascinating when it comes to giant red cedars. There are several approaches to take if you want to determine how old yours is, but they're tricky and inexact.
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If your washing machine smells like rotten eggs, you probably have problems with bacteria, mildew or mold. Luckily, some cleaning should clear out the stench.
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With more processing and manufacturing techniques available than ever before, the modern toilet is still made from porcelain, but why is it the favored material?
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Whether you're just swapping out the bathtub or you're doing a full-on renovation, it's important to know how much weight a full bathtub will be. Here's what you need to know.
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When installing a bathroom sink, you'll need to affix it to the wall with piping. The piping you choose can come in a variety of formations, all of which need to have a "trap" affixed to it. What are the pros and cons of different sink-trap types, and why does it matter so much?
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When products are designed to stick, removing them can be difficult and time-consuming. Such is the case with expanding foam, which hardens rapidly on skin and fabric.
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Toilets are a necessity for everyone, but not all toilets are the same. For anyone with mobility issues, chair-height toilets can make getting up much easier.
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The gauge on an electrical cord can raise more questions than it answers at first, but using the right gauge will protect your appliance and your electrical panel.
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Bidets have been long overlooked in North American bathrooms, but their time has come. Here's what you need to know on clearance between toilets and bidets.
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The minimum size for a handicapped-accessible bathroom may be regulated in your region, but the ADA has design guidelines to help ensure universal access.
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Garage door openers can seem intimidating, but if every DIY task were as easy as programming your Genie garage door opener, oh, how simple life would be.
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Office staplers aren't star players these days, but they're smarter than ever. Bostitch staplers use brilliant technology that makes them easy to open and load.
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Seeing a brown spot on the ceiling is jarring. When did it get there? How? Whatever the case or cause, it warrants some detective work before it's dolled up.
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From bathroom faucets to appliance finishes, steel is everywhere in the modern home. Shiny steel is the finishing touch to any clean home, and it's easy to achieve.
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When choosing paints, every company seems to have confusing number codes, but they contain a base number for a recipe to deliver you color for spicing up your life.
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Sealant is crucial in so many aspects of maintaining your home. Two of the most commonly used types are silicone and polyurethane, but they have specific uses.
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The heavy-duty, easy-squeezing Stanley SharpShooter staple gun makes quick work of DIY projects. Reloading the staples may intimidate you, but it takes just seconds.
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When it comes to doing things the right way the first time, drilling into gelcoated fiberglass is high on the list. It's not hard, and it's worth the time.
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Putting a gap between pavers is generally not optional, but getting the right gap for the right product can be less about science and more of a style choice.
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If you've ever wondered how old your Maytag appliance is, the information has been there all along. The serial number will tell you exactly when it was made.
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When your washer isn't spinning correctly, you'll know by the loud racket it makes. If it's new, there's probably no reason to panic, but you need to check it.
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Lucky bamboo plants respond well to pruning, and with their fast growth rate, they require it. The more you trim lucky bamboo leaves, the more you'll encourage growth and foliage.
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Nothing says "shiny and clean" like polished chrome does, but how do you tighten chrome fixtures without scratching the coating? It's easier than you think.
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Indoors or out, black mold is a toxic invader that needs to be removed for good health. Luckily, it's not difficult to remove, but it can be a persistent visitor.
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