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8 Easy Perennials You'll Want To Plant In June For Nonstop Color Until Frost

staff@hunker.com (Jennifer Davis) — Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000

While many spring-blooming plants go in the ground as seeds or bulbs in fall, you can transplant many potted perennials as late as June for blooms all summer.

8 Brilliant Ways To Use An Old Laundry Detergent Lid Instead Of Tossing It

staff@hunker.com (Ron Baker) — Sun, 24 May 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Don't throw out your laundry detergent caps - they're often great raw materials for a wide range of projects, both practical and otherwise.

10 Affordable IKEA Finds Worth Checking Out In June 2026

staff@hunker.com (Colin Fritz) — Sun, 24 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000

IKEA has a plethora of cheap items for summer fun. Consider checking these products out for the sake of both indoor style and outdoor party hosting.

Empty Spice Jars Aren't Trash: 8 Genius Ways To Turn Them Into Home Treasures

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Sat, 23 May 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Old spice jars might seem too small to have any recycling value, but you'll be surprised by these 8 clever ideas to reuse them around your home.

3 Gorgeous Backsplash Trends Taking Over 2026 (So Far)

staff@hunker.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Sat, 23 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Artisan, cozy, whimsy - these are the types of search terms homeowners are using in 2026, and the trendiest backsplashes of the year match the vibe perfectly.

Say Goodbye To Squirrels At Your Bird Feeder: 11 Clever Ways To Keep Them Out

staff@hunker.com (Chris Deziel) — Fri, 22 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Squirrels turning your bird feeder into a buffet? These clever tricks, from feeder fixes to simple seed additions, can help keep the furry thieves away.

5 Tips And Tricks For Spotting Valuable Vintage Pottery At The Thrift Store

staff@hunker.com (Emily Kammerlohr) — Tue, 19 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000

The thrift store is the perfect place to get pottery for a steal. You just have to know these things to look for to score valuable vintage pieces.

Don't Throw Out Used Tea Bags: 10 Smart Ways To Reuse Them In Your Home & Garden

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Tue, 19 May 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Whether you enjoy a cup of tea with breakfast or to end a long day, instead of tossing the tea bag, take advantage of spent tea's cleaning and aromatic powers.

6 Beautiful Fly-Repellent Plants To Consider Adding To Your Garden

staff@hunker.com (Cayla Leonard) — Mon, 18 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000

While gorgeous in the garden, these six aromatic, fly-repellent plants may also make the outdoors more comfortable by keeping buzzing pests at bay.

5 New IKEA Finds To Skip In 2026 (So Far)

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Mon, 18 May 2026 13:30:00 +0000

IKEA is known to have lots of highly-rated and quality products for a steal. However, these new items have been less than impressive to customers.

15 Dollar Tree Bathroom Finds That Instantly Organize Clutter For Under $20

staff@hunker.com (Melanie Dawn) — Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Humid bathrooms might not be the best place for expensive niche organizers. Here are 15 affordable clutter-busting alternatives from Dollar Tree.

Kitchen Cabinet Trends: What Home Remodelers Are Installing Most In 2026

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Sun, 17 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Kitchen cabinets are often the most expensive part of remodeling a kitchen. Here's what home remodelers are spending that money on in 2026.

13 Smart Ways To Use Empty Toilet Paper Rolls For Extra Storage In Your Bathroom

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Sun, 17 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Bathroom have a way of getting overtaken by stuff but you don't need to spend a lot on niche solutions -- empty toilet paper rolls create unexpected storage.

Skip Concrete: 7 Gorgeous, More Eco-Friendly Alternatives For Your Patio

staff@hunker.com (Cayla Leonard) — Sun, 17 May 2026 00:30:00 +0000

Concrete is a common choice for a patio, but the process of making it is harmful to the environment. Luckily, there are other more eco-friendly options.

Don't Throw Out Banana Peels: 8 Genius Ways To Reuse Them In Your Home & Garden

staff@hunker.com (Heather Fishel) — Sat, 16 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Banana peels seem like just refuse to dispose of once you finish your snack, but they're surprisingly versatile. Here are just some ways to reuse them.

8 Genius Ways To Use Old Pots And Pans Instead Of Tossing Them

staff@hunker.com (Ron Baker) — Sat, 16 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Old pans and pots aren't typically curbside recyclable, but you can definitely still reuse them for these clever DIYs instead of tossing them out.

Kitchen Island Trends That Are Taking Over 2026 (So Far)

staff@hunker.com (Colin Fritz) — Fri, 15 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Kitchen islands are a helpful and versatile feature in most kitchens and in 2026, they are appearing in a lot more homes, following these key trends.

Avoid These 15 Mistakes Everyone Makes That Attract Snakes To Your Yard

staff@hunker.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Fri, 15 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Snakes tend to avoid people, but there are some mistakes you'll make that'll basically lead them straight to your yard. Here's how to avoid them.

10 Valuable Vintage Le Creuset Items To Look For At Thrift Stores And Estate Sales

staff@hunker.com (Amy Freeman) — Thu, 14 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000

From fondue gear to fruit and veggie-shaped pieces, these valuable Le Creuset finds are the hidden gems thrift shoppers and estate sale hunters dream about.

Dividing These 8 Perennials In May Is Something You Shouldn't Skip

staff@hunker.com (Brynna Standen) — Wed, 13 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000

May is a great time to refresh the garden. After clearing out winter die-off, these perennials will benefit from periodic division, and you'll get more plants!