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  • A man dividing a room into two rooms with Everblock
    By Janine Frank 12 months ago

    Build Customizable New Walls In Your Home With Giant LEGO-Style Building Blocks

    If you need new walls and have dreamed of a day where you could just build them out of LEGOs... well, your dreams have come true. Enter: EverBlocks.

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  • confused man looking at phone doing plumbing project
    By Janine Frank 12 months ago

    Home DIY TikTok Hacks Are Great, But Can You Trust Them? 3 Ways To Make Sure

    Can you really trust all those home, garden, and lifestyle DIY hacks you see on TikTok and Facebook these days? These are a few key questions to ask.

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  • circ saw drill/driver sander
    By Rob Johnstone 12 months ago

    DIY Woodworking For Beginners: The 3 Tools You'll Need To Get Started

    Woodworking may seem like an expert-level hobby, but the reality is that you need only three tools to get started. You'll be a DIY wood master in no time.

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  • Open doors of a storm cellar, which often double as root cellars
    By Ron Baker 12 months ago

    How To Make A Custom Root Cellar That Won't Break The Bank

    If you're a homesteader, gardener, or someone who buys groceries in bulk, you may have considered getting a root cellar. DIY it with these affordable options.

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  • hand opening door handle
    By Gabrielle Hondorp December 9th, 2024

    How A Coffee Mug Can Help Protect Your Home Without A Security System

    If you're looking for easy, affordable methods of home security, you might want to consider using something you likely already own: a coffee mug.

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  • Gray home exterior with garage and overhanging tree
    By Ethan Harrison Smith December 8th, 2024

    The One Room That's Disappearing From Homes (& How To Create One In Your Space)

    This disappearing room doesn't show up much on real estate listings any longer, but you can add it to your home anyway with creative and clever design choices.

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  • person gluing wood piece
    By Rob Johnstone December 7th, 2024

    You're Using The Wrong Glue For These Materials (& What You Should Use Instead)

    To complete your project the right way, you need to make sure you're using the correct adhesive. Chances are that you're using the wrong glue for your material.

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  • man building a blue frame to a treehouse in a large tree
    By Jillian Chapman December 4th, 2024

    Tips For Building The Treehouse Of Your Dreams (Without Breaking The Bank)

    Who doesn't want a treehouse for their kids, or even for themselves? But if you can DIY this project, you can save a lot of money without sacrificing safety.

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  • Sleek, modern gray living room with soft overhead and table lighting options
    By Holly Gates December 3rd, 2024

    The DIY Lighting Hack That Will Upscale Your Whole House

    You can create a home with beautiful lighting that won't involve a call to an electrician. Here's an easy (and affordable) DIY for a more upscaled house.

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  • Hand holding a mason jar outside with water in it
    By Jason Rochlin December 2nd, 2024

    The Hack That Makes Pouring From A Mason Jar So Much Easier

    Mason jars are great for just about everything ... except pouring liquids without making a colossal mess. Thankfully, this hack will fix that problem.

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  • frozen outdoor pipes and knob, frost everywhere
    By Holly Gates December 1st, 2024

    Is An Aluminum Foil Hack The Answer To Frozen Pipes This Winter?

    If you're looking to avoid frozen pipes in cold winter weather, you may know of a popular aluminum foil hack that can help. But does it work to prevent icing?

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  • Christmas light starting to smoke near tree branch
    By Ron Baker November 29th, 2024

    Your Christmas Lights Are A Serious Fire Hazard (But Here's How To Make Them Safer)

    Yes, your Christmas lights can be a top fire hazard. To ensure a safe holiday, we spoke to electrical industry expert Dan Mock for seasonal tips and practices.

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  • Woman with a dusty finger and table
    By Ethan Harrison Smith November 28th, 2024

    If Your House Is Always Dusty, You Might Be Overlooking One Thing

    Dust is inevitable, but an overly dusty home may indicate something is wrong. Chances are, you're overlooking a potential issue that could be causing problems.

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  • Residential brick chimney against a blue sky
    By Ethan Harrison Smith November 24th, 2024

    The Toxic Substance In Your Chimney That You Need To Know About

    If you've got a wood-burning fireplace, you probably have a buildup of this toxic substance in your chimney. Here's what to know, and how to deal with it.

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  • An orange and white caulking gun is used alongside a wooden windowsill.
    By Jason Rochlin November 19th, 2024

    The Genius Caulking Trick You Need For A Seamless Finish Every Time

    Caulking doesn't have to be the messy process you think it is. With a little bit of help from TikTok, you can make it way cleaner and less of a hassle.

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  • comparing raw wood to finished
    By Rob Johnstone November 18th, 2024

    The Woodworkers' Magic Secret To Achieve The Wood Finish Of Your Dreams

    If you want that perfect wood finish, then consider this secret trick used by professional woodworkers. It's the perfect solution for your home goods project.

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  • blonde woman with striped red shirt has a hammer and is working on a small piece of white furniture while her orange cat sits on it
    By Gabrielle Hondorp November 18th, 2024

    Turn An Old Nightstand Into A Stylish Pet Feeding Station With Hidden Toy Storage

    Pet stuff has a way of taking over our homes, whether it's bowls, toys, or food. You can DIY a feeding station with an old nightstand without sacrificing style.

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  • A hidden bookcase door in a hotel.
    By Jason Rochlin November 15th, 2024

    How To Install A Secret Bookcase Door In Your Home (Without Breaking The Bank)

    There's no cooler way to hide a room than the secret bookcase doors you see in mystery novels and Batman. Making one yourself isn't as pricey as you think.

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  • light switch being operated in the dark
    By Janine Frank November 3rd, 2024

    The Light-Up Switch Plate Upgrade That Will Instantly Elevate Your Space

    Don't stub your toes or be scared of walking downstairs in the dark ever again, thanks to this DIY-friendly light switch upgrade that anyone can install.

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  • Man hanging picture
    By Janet F. Murray November 3rd, 2024

    The Tape Hack That Makes Hanging Pictures With Two Nails A Breeze

    Hanging pictures can be daunting. Everything needs to be straight and secure. Luckily, this easy hack can help, and all you need are two nails and some tape.

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  • woman taking selfie in mirror
    By Erika Dale November 2nd, 2024

    Lighting Tips To Make Your Powder Room Glow For Every Guest

    If you want the most Instagrammable room in the neighborhood, choosing the right lighting for your powder room is essential and sure to impress your guests.

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  • A hand turning on a white extension cord on a wooden floor that has several plugs already plugged in.
    By Charlotte D. Miller November 2nd, 2024

    How Long Can You Use An Extension Cord (& When Does It Get Deadly?)

    There's a time limit for how long you should be using an extension cord. It's not a permanent solution and misusing one could be fatal. Follow these guidelines.

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  • drywall anchor coming out wall
    By Jason Rochlin October 27th, 2024

    Easily Remove Drywall Anchors In A Pinch With TikTok's Clever Corkscrew Hack

    It can be a pain to remove a drywall anchor, but a corkscrew hack from TikTok makes the job easier and faster. This home improvement task can be painless.

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  • zoomed in bed bug
    By Jason Rochlin October 27th, 2024

    Here's How Bed Bugs Snuck Into Your Home (& What To Do About It)

    If you've got a bed bug problem, you may wonder how the annoying pests ended up in your home in the first place and how to get rid of them. Here's what to know.

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  • hand grout sealer toothbrush
    By Tyler Lacoma October 17th, 2024

    Homemade Grout Sealer

    If you don't have any grout sealer on hand for tiled floors, there's no need to fret. You can create some at home using ingredients you may already have.

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  • Wooden butcher block countertop kitchen
    By Charlotte D. Miller October 17th, 2024

    The Unsanitary Mistake You're Making When Cutting On Butcher Block Countertops

    Butcher block countertops are gorgeous and bring any farmhouse kitchen aesthetic to the next level. But you could be making a huge, unsanitary mistake.

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  • A toilet bowl mojito
    By Ron Baker October 16th, 2024

    The Quick Fix Your Running Toilet Needs Is Already Sitting In Your Kitchen

    Is your toilet running? If we told you that you could fix it with a drinking straw, you might not believe us - but it's true. Here's the trick.

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