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  • white colored splotches of water stains on hardwood floors
    By Rob Johnstone 11 months ago

    How To Remove Water Stains From Wood Using Items You Already Have At Home

    Water stains on your wooden furniture, walls, doors, floors, or countertops? Don't panic. Remove unwanted marks and refresh the wood using some household items.

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  • woman painting wooden door red
    By Gabrielle Hondorp 11 months ago

    How To Pick The Perfect Front Door Color To Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal

    Choosing the right color matters when it comes to front doors. Here are some tips to identify the right & wrong choices for maximum curb appeal.

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  • Person closing cabinet doors
    By Rob Johnstone 11 months ago

    How To Fix Misaligned Cabinet Doors In A Few Simple Steps

    Your cabinet doors get a lot of use (and overuse) and have to hold up, but sometimes, their alignment slips. How can you fix this? It's all in the hinges.

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  • Couple discussing by light of a laptop during power outage
    By Ron Baker 12 months ago

    How To Tell If A Circuit Breaker Is Bad (And The Next Steps To Take)

    It can be difficult to determine if you've got a bad circuit breaker. There are steps you can take before deciding to repair, replace, or call an electrician.

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  • stained wooden siding visible on a house
    By Rob Johnstone 12 months ago

    Wood Siding Vs. Vinyl Siding: Which Is Right For Your Home?

    If you're ready to update or build your house's exterior siding, consider the pros and cons of wood or vinyl options, including design, cost, and longevity.

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  • buying lumber
    By Rob Johnstone 12 months ago

    Intimidated By Buying Lumber? Here Are The Options We'd Recommend (And Where To Shop)

    Buying lumber for your DIY woodworking project can seem terrifying at first, but don't sweat it: Our master woodworker is here with your guide to success.

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  • The valve connection for a pipe is completely frozen over, covered in icicles.
    By Jason Rochlin 12 months ago

    Will Frozen Pipes Thaw On Their Own And Can You Speed Up The Process?

    Frozen pipes are the nightmare of every homeowner in a cold climate. If it happens, here's your guide to the next steps you need to take.

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  • garage in winter with door open and ATV
    By Gabrielle Hondorp February 17th, 2025

    Cold Garage? Skip The Space Heater And Warm It Up With These Affordable Solutions

    You don't need a space heater to warm up your freezing cold garage. There are alternative, more affordable solutions for heating up this space in your home.

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  • A set of electrical fuses are being inspected by a single finger.
    By Jason Rochlin February 11th, 2025

    The Hidden Dangers Of A Circuit Breaker That Keeps Tripping

    If your circuit breaker won't stop tripping, you should quickly investigate the cause before one of these hidden dangers becomes apparent. Here's what to know.

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  • Light installation on swimming pool wall
    By Ron Baker February 4th, 2025

    How To Safely Replace A Pool Light (& Dangerous Mistakes To Avoid)

    Water and electricity is a deadly combination, but you can replace a pool light yourself - if you're very, very careful, and shut off the circuit breaker first.

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  • Man painting or sealing siding from an extension ladder
    By Ron Baker January 29th, 2025

    3 Tips For Buying The Right Extension Ladder

    Extension ladders freak people out, for obvious reasons, but can be a must-have for many homeowners. Here are 3 tips to choosing the right one for your needs.

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  • Protecting house with insurance policy
    By Brandy Eaklor January 26th, 2025

    13 Events Your Homeowners Insurance Likely Doesn't Cover

    You may depend on homeowners insurance for unexpected events that occur at your house, but there are 13 you should know about that your policy may not cover.

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  • woman wearing goggles looking at blade on wood for DIY project
    By Rob Johnstone January 23rd, 2025

    Safety Basics To Know Before Embarking On A DIY Project

    DIY projects can be gratifying, and it's great to work with your hands in the garden, yard, garage, or shed. But safety is (and should be) your top concern.

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  • Person's hand preparing to plug a cord into an electrical receptacle
    By Ron Baker January 21st, 2025

    Should You Freak Out If Your Outlet Sparks?

    Oh no. Your outlet is sparking. Should you be freaking out, or is it no big deal? Here's what to know about the sparks coming from receptables when you plug in.

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  • Person shoveling snow from driveway
    By Charlotte D. Miller January 21st, 2025

    One Place You're Forgetting To Remove Snow (& It Could Cause Major Problems)

    Snow is falling, and you've got the shovel or snowblower out and ready to clear the walkways. But most people forget to remove snow from this dangerous spot.

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  • woman in a white shirt using a caulking gun to apply a line of caulk along the top of a white tile wall where it meets the drywall
    By Erika Dale January 18th, 2025

    The Difference Between Caulking And Silicone (& Which Is Right For You)

    Yes, there is a difference between caulking and silicone, and there are ideal times to choose each sealant. Before you start a DIY project, know their uses.

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  • Finger pressing buttons on thermostat
    By Ethan Harrison Smith January 16th, 2025

    Heating Bill Too High? There's A Cheap Fix You're Overlooking

    Winter heating bills are always a pain, but it's very possible you're wasting hundreds of dollars on something that a very easy DIY fix will take care of.

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  • A series of three European wall outlets with one electrical plug in the leftmost socket.
    By Jason Rochlin January 13th, 2025

    Can You Install Foreign Wall Outlets From Other Countries Into Your Home?

    Maybe you're immigrating to the US and want to keep your appliances. Maybe your family overseas visits often. Is it legal (or safe) to replace your US outlets?

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  • empty garage with white cabinets and shelves and concrete floor
    By Jillian Chapman January 12th, 2025

    Here's Why Your Garage Floor Is Always Wet (& If You Should Worry)

    If the floor in your home's garage always feels a little damp, you may be concerned that something is wrong. You should know the source of the wetness first.

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  • chicken wire framed around a garden
    By Ethan Harrison Smith January 9th, 2025

    Chicken Wire Might Be The Reason Your Home Has Terrible Wi-Fi Signal

    If you have a bad Wi-Fi signal inside of your home, the cause might not be what you expect. Chicken wire could be in your house. Luckily, there could be a fix.

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  • old wooden furniture sitting outside
    By Rob Johnstone January 7th, 2025

    Save Your Outdoor Wood Furniture From Rotting With These Expert Tips

    If you want to stop your outdoor wood furniture from succumbing to rot, follow these expert tips. Your wooden chairs and tables just need a little TLC.

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  • hands laying green flooring over plywood subflooring
    By Jillian Chapman January 6th, 2025

    How To Know If Your Home Has No Subfloor (& What To Do About It)

    Does your house have a subfloor? The answer might not be as simple as you think, especially if you have an older home. Luckily, you can tell by a few clues.

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  • An anonymous hand of someone wearing a blue shirt inserts an EV charger into their car.
    By Jason Rochlin January 6th, 2025

    How Much Will You Pay To Install An EV Charger At Your Home?

    If you have or are considering an electric vehicle, installing an EV charger at home could be in your plans. But what about the cost? Here's what you'll pay.

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  • A close-up image of a fish tank with no fish, just blue gravel and decorative rocks and plants.
    By Jason Rochlin January 5th, 2025

    Here's What To Do If Your Fish Tank Cracks

    Cracked fish tank? You could fix it. There are a few different possible solutions to make sure that your aquarium gets repaired in a safe, affordable manner.

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  • nails and screws
    By Rob Johnstone December 31st, 2024

    Screws Vs. Nails: How To Know Which Is Right For Your Project

    It's easy to visually distinguish between nails and screws, but what makes each one better for certain projects? It's about shear force vs. tensile strength.

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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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  • 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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