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  • gray living room with picture molding, two art pieces under an art light, gray upholstery, black coffee table, and neutral decor accents
    By Erika Dale December 29th, 2024

    Use Picture Lights To Make Your Wall Art Look Worthy Of A Gallery

    For the most art gallery vibe, make sure that your gorgeous wall artwork is illuminated by picture lights. Incorporate them into your decor with these tips.

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  • A hand holding a can of WD-40
    By Kristeen Cherney December 29th, 2024

    Handy Ways To Use A Can Of WD-40 In Your Yard And Garden

    You probably have a can of WD-40 gathering dust as it awaits its next squeaky door hinge, but you can use it in a lot of neat ways in your garden & home.

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  • Tile partway covering existing tile
    By Ethan Harrison Smith December 28th, 2024

    What To Consider Before Choosing To Tile Over Existing Tile

    Uprooting your current tile wall or floor and replacing it with brand-new tile is a lot of work or money. But before you tile over existing tile, consider this.

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  • A pair of bare legs/feet walking on beige carpet.
    By Holly Gates December 28th, 2024

    Disadvantages Of Installing Carpet You Probably Hadn't Considered

    If you're considering a carpet installation in a new house or your current home remodel, there are some disadvantages that you may need to think about first.

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  • luxury backyard with swimming pool, water fall, and outdoor patio
    By Jillian Chapman December 27th, 2024

    Can You Use Your Swimming Pool As A Skating Rink In The Winter?

    Turning your outdoor swimming pool into an ice skating rink each winter sounds like a seasonal dream for many homeowners. But is this actually possible?

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  • Closeup of a Kenmore logo on stainless steel
    By Erika Dale December 26th, 2024

    Here's Who Really Makes Kenmore Appliances

    For over 100 years, Kenmore has been a trusted appliance brand. There's just one problem: They don't actually manufacture their own appliances. Here's who does.

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  • dripping faucet
    By Charlotte D. Miller December 25th, 2024

    True Or False: Will One Dripping Faucet Save Your Pipes From Freezing?

    When you grandpa tells you to leave a pipe running so your pipes don't burst, does he have a good point? Here's the truth about this old plumbing advice.

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  • Switching an incandescent light bulb to LED
    By Ron Baker December 25th, 2024

    LED Lights: Downsides & Safety Precautions To Consider Before Installing

    LED lights are everywhere, and you might be considering adding more of them to your home. Just how serious are the risks to your eyes, sleep, and health?

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  • A corner of a Scandinavian-style kitchen, with bright yellow walls, white cabinets, and pale wood used on a countertop, screen, and shelf.
    By Holly Gates December 24th, 2024

    Yellow Kitchens Are Underrated: Tips For Making Them Glow

    Yellow can invoke feelings of joy, including in your kitchen. With a few clever decor tips, this underrated shade is a great paint color for a kitchen remodel.

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  • Exterior wood siding with man on ladder
    By Ethan Harrison Smith December 22nd, 2024

    How To Repair Cracks In Wood Siding To Give Your Exterior The Refresh It Needs

    Don't panic if you have a crack in your wood siding. They're possible to repair, but you need to know the right method and what to buy for a chance at success.

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  • modern neutral beige living room with floor to ceiling matching beige sheer drapes, cream upholstery, glass coffee table, abstract black and white painting, and natural greenery
    By Erika Dale December 22nd, 2024

    Should Your Curtains Match The Color Of Your Walls? It's Complicated

    If you're buying new curtains or remodeling a room, color is likely on your mind. But do you want the curtains to match your walls? The answer isn't so simple.

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  • Senior couple enters their well-decorated home with a shopping tote and is greeted by their dog
    By Erika Dale December 21st, 2024

    Must-Know Home Remodeling Tips To Creating A Space For Senior-Friendly Living

    As more and more people choose to age in place, senior-friendly homes are more stylish and accessorized than ever. Here are the steps you can take in advance.

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  • Old and busted baseboard heater
    By Jason Rochlin December 20th, 2024

    The Deadly Reason You Might Not Want To Cover Your Electric Baseboard Heaters

    Don't buy the first baseboard heater cover you see just because it's a good deal. If your baseboards are electric, making the wrong choice could be fatal.

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  • A man dividing a room into two rooms with Everblock
    By Janine Frank December 19th, 2024

    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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  • Over-the-shoulder of a woman holding her tablet and adjusting her smart lighting settings. she is looking upward toward an overhead light that's coming on in a white room with gray furniture.
    By Holly Gates December 18th, 2024

    Smart Lighting: What You Should Know Before Making The Switch

    Smart tech is increasing in popularity. If you're hoping to make the switch to smart lighting throughout your home, there are some things you should know first.

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  • home with white fencing and for sale sign in yard
    By Jillian Chapman December 18th, 2024

    Will A Fence Boost Your Home's Value? Here's What You Should Know

    Trying to sell your house? Adding a fence to your yard might seem like a solid idea, but you should know if it's actually worth it for your home's value first.

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  • Automatic water softener system
    By Ethan Harrison Smith December 17th, 2024

    Before Using A Water Softener In Your Home, Be Aware Of These Disadvantages

    Do you want to use a water softener in your home? It can help eliminate any hard water problems you have, but there are some hidden downsides to consider.

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  • Finger touching a dusty table
    By Holly Gates December 17th, 2024

    The Unexpected Place Dust Is Hiding In Your Home (& How To Prevent It)

    Is your home constantly full of dust, no matter how often you clean it? One of your most important appliances might be at fault, but there's a way to fix it.

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  • retro stove in kitchen with cluttered countertop
    By Jillian Chapman December 16th, 2024

    The Genius Stove-Side Storage Solution That Makes Use Of Wasted Kitchen Space

    You can declutter your kitchen with this storage solution that uses up dead, wasted kitchen space. And this organization secret is right beside your stove.

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  • confused man looking at phone doing plumbing project
    By Janine Frank December 16th, 2024

    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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  • Worker installing solar panels
    By Charlotte D. Miller December 16th, 2024

    Are Free Solar Panels Legit? Here's What You Need To Know

    If your social media feed is filled with ads promising free solar panels, you're probably as skeptical as you are curious. Is it real? The truth is complex.

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  • granite countertop and island in a brown kitchen
    By Brandy Eaklor December 16th, 2024

    Maintenance Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Granite Countertops

    If you've got granite countertops, you know that taking care properly of them is important. But you could be making these common mistakes without knowing it.

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  • circ saw drill/driver sander
    By Rob Johnstone December 15th, 2024

    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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  • Close-up of male hands placing click-lock flooring over tiles
    By Holly Gates December 15th, 2024

    What Is A Floating Floor And Where Can You Put Them In Your Home?

    Floating floors are a less sci-fi concept than they sound, and you might even be standing on them now. Here is what they are, and the rooms they work best for.

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  • window sill with cracked white paint
    By Rob Johnstone December 14th, 2024

    Why Restoring Your Wooden Windowsills Is A Good Idea (And How To Do It)

    If your windowsills are made of wood, you should regularly repair and restore them. It's easier than you think. Say goodbye to cracks, chips, and fading colors.

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  • outdated bathroom
    By Gabrielle Hondorp December 14th, 2024

    Here's Why Your Bathroom Looks Outdated (& How To Fix It)

    From bathrooms with crystal knobbed faucets to all-white ones straight out of 2018, here's what's wrong with the most neglected room in your home.

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  • kitchen with white cabinets, wood countertops, vertical shiplap backsplash, and open shelving with clear food jars
    By Erika Dale December 13th, 2024

    Kitchen Colors That Go With Wood Countertops

    Wood countertops bring a wonderful, organic ambiance to a kitchen. But what are the best color matches for the cabinets and walls? Here are our tips.

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