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  • Person preparing a baseball for a craft project
    By Shelley Frost 3 hours ago

    Upcycle Old Baseballs Into A Cute And Functional DIY For Your Cabinets

    Cabinet shelves looking a bit bare? This easy DIY uses old baseballs to add character, support your favorite items, and make your storage space more fun.

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  • A person using a metal file with rust on it
    By Ryan Cashman 13 hours ago

    Remove Rust From Metal Files With A Kitchen Ingredient You Already Have

    This simple ingredient easily removes rust from metal files and other objects. It's probably in your kitchen right now. Use this tip to make files like new.

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  • Person wearing yellow rubber gloves cleaning an empty fridge.
    By Emily Kammerlohr 16 hours ago

    Can You Mix Cleaning Vinegar And Rubbing Alcohol?

    Before creating a custom surface cleaner, review the facts about compatibility and effectiveness. Learn how to use each safely for streak-free surfaces.

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  • A person shopping at IKEA with a yellow bag
    By Jasmine Harding 2 days ago

    No More Dated Countertop Storage: The New, Modern IKEA Find That Hides Mess

    Countertop storage solutions aren't usually sleek and sophisticated. However, IKEA has a new, contemporary container designed to hold a variety of items.

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  • Person testing water coming from large shower head
    By Chris Deziel 2 days ago

    How To Clean An Attached Showerhead Without Vinegar

    If you don't have vinegar in the house, these simple substitutes will get your showerheads clean in no time flat. You probably have them in your kitchen today.

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  • A woman holds a floral plate against a wooden table
    By Shelley Frost 2 days ago

    Easily Turn Old Plates From The Thrift Store Into The Cutest Hanging Storage

    Embrace cottagecore by combining the quaint patterns of thrifted plates with cute kitchen items in need of storage. All it takes are a few basic supplies.

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  • A person organizing a tool cabinet
    By Jasmine Harding 2 days ago

    Harbor Freight's Affordable Tool Bench Accessory Makes Organization More Convenient

    Keeping a garage tidy can be tricky if you have lots of tools. This tool bench add-on from Harbor Freight is a flexible and versatile way to add storage.

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  • A wolf spider on top of a gray, rocky surface
    By Emily Kammerlohr 2 days ago

    Wolf Spiders Don't Spin Spider Webs: Here's What You're Actually Seeing

    While it's easy to assume a wolf spider made an intricate spider web, you're actually finding evidence of other spiders. Wolf spiders leave something else.

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  • A woman shopping at the garden center for terra cotta plant saucers.
    By Natalie Howard 2 days ago

    Upcycle Old Plant Saucers To Keep Your Bathroom Floors Clean

    Upcycle old plant saucers with this neat DIY storage trick that keeps closet and bathroom floors clean. It's an easy step to keep water rings off the floor.

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  • A man and a woman shop for vintage finds in a thrift store
    By Emily Kammerlohr 2 days ago

    Ditch Shelves: The Vintage Find That Makes Storing Toilet Paper Way Cuter

    Once a home essential, you may think this vintage item is obsolete now. Well, think again because its dimensions are perfect for toilet paper storage.

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  • Person taking a section of plastic wrap
    By Colin Fritz 3 days ago

    Move Over, Plastic Wrap: There's An Easier, More Eco-Friendly Option

    Say goodbye to the annoyance of plastic food wrap and say hello to less waste. This money-saving alternative is better for you wallet and the planet.

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  • senior man looking at an old hutch with glass doors in thrift shop
    By Shelley Frost 3 days ago

    Transform An Old Hutch Into Charming Laundry Room Storage

    You small laundry room storage woes can be solved in a beautiful way with this old hutch organization idea that lends some charm to your space.

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  • A hand holding a tablespoon of borax for cleaning
    By Chris Deziel 3 days ago

    Borax Vs. Boric Acid: What's The Difference?

    From stain removal to pest control, you've heard borax and boric acid tossed around in cleaning conversations. But what do each of them do?

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  • Woman holding a phone while standing in front of an organized countertop
    By Emily Ray 4 days ago

    Stylish Countertop Storage Finds At Dollar Tree That Are No-Brainers At Their Price

    Cheap doesn't always mean ugly. These Dollar Tree countertop organizers are proof, taming everything from beauty products to cooking essentials in style.

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  • A person's hand reaching for a container of spices in a kitchen cabinet
    By Danielle Valente 4 days ago

    Stop Stuffing Cabinets: There's A Space-Saving Way To Organize Spices

    Instead of cramming your spice collection into cabinets, make use of overlooked areas in the kitchen with this clever find. It's renter-friendly, too.

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  • A hand with painted nails measures a lace doily on a table
    By Kathleen Shipman 4 days ago

    Repurpose An Old Pitcher Into Chic Countertop Storage With Thrifted Vintage Doilies

    Asides from being harbingers of cool drinks on hot summer days, pitchers can be used as storage as well. And you can up the cuteness factor with doilies.

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  • Dawn dish soap next to cleaning vinegar
    By Alison Griffin 4 days ago

    What Happens If You Mix Cleaning Vinegar And Dawn Dish Soap?

    Many people combine Dawn dish soap and cleaning vinegar, thinking that mixing the two will boost their cleaning power. However, their chemistry isn't as simple.

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  • An older woman smiles while looking at thrift store furniture
    By Emily Ray 4 days ago

    Turn An Old Hutch Into A Stunning Bathroom Vanity

    Ready to give your bathroom some renovation attention? Don't break your budget buying a new vanity, but make one instead with an affordable furniture piece.

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  • A person shopping online in the backyard
    By Jasmine Harding 4 days ago

    IKEA's Space-Saving Outdoor Storage Rack Can Replace Your Deck Box

    Bulky deck boxes can be unorganized and take up a lot of space. However, IKEA has an outdoor storage rack that's versatile, customizable, and compact.

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  • A woman holding multiple toilet paper rolls in a small bathroom
    By Emily Kammerlohr 5 days ago

    Ditch Shelves And Cabinets: A Cuter Way To Store Toilet Paper In Small Bathrooms

    Stashing toilet paper in cabinets or on shelves is the default for many people. However, this alternative is a stylish way to take advantage of unused space.

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  • Person installing a drywall anchor to hold a wall-hanging storage unit
    By Shelley Frost 5 days ago

    IKEA Has A New Solution For Small-Space Wall Storage That Doubles As Stylish Decor

    On the hunt for a stylish small-space storage solution? IKEA expanded one of its most versatile lines with a multi-color addition that could be the perfect fit.

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  • Close up photo of a brown house mouse
    By Emily Kammerlohr 5 days ago

    Mouse Droppings: What To Do If You Find Them In Your Home

    Mouse droppings carry diseases that pose a serious health risk to you and your family, so it's important to follow these steps if you find them.

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  • Woman opening her kitchen cabinets
    By Shelley Frost 5 days ago

    Turn Metal Baskets Into Countertop Storage With A Space-Saving Dollar Tree DIY

    If your countertops are always cluttered, this simple Dollar Tree hack creates room for twice as many kitchen essentials without hogging up a lot space.

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  • Hand filling up a glass of water from kitchen sink
    By Kristeen Cherney 5 days ago

    Hard Water Vs. Soft Water: What's The Difference?

    Noticing more buildup around your faucets? Your water tasting saltier than usual? Here's how to know whether you have hard or soft water in your home.

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  • A woman prepares to paint an empty tin can
    By Sakshi Khaitan 5 days ago

    Reuse Old Tin Cans For Sweet And Stylish Countertop Storage

    Grab an everyday item from the kitchen aisle of your local home goods store, a tin can, and some crafting essentials to stylishly corral clutter in no time.

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  • Person wiping down a coffee table with a microfiber cloth
    By Amy Freeman 5 days ago

    Common Mistakes To Avoid When Washing Microfiber Towels

    While it's easy to toss microfiber towels in with the rest of your wash load, they need to be treated a bit differently to maintain that soft consistency.

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  • Woman cleaning up a collection of shoes
    By Colin Fritz 5 days ago

    4 Space-Saving DIY Shoe Storage Solutions That Are No-Brainers For Cramped Areas

    Having space to store shoes is important to contain clutter. These space-saving DIYS maximize your footwear storage in tight spaces like entryways and closets.

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