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Lifestyle By Erika Dale 7 months ago

Where Did CoolWraps Gift Wrap End Up After Shark Tank?

Hunker takes a look at CoolWraps gift wrap, featured on Shark Tank, and where it and its creator Jeffrey Miller are today.

Lawn By Rob Johnstone 7 months ago

The Best Way To Mow Your Lawn To Prevent The Spread Of Weeds

There's a certain way to mow your lawn so weeds won't spread all over your lush grass and ruin the look of your front yard. Here's the best mowing practice.

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Lifestyle By Gabrielle Hondorp 7 months ago

The Prized Household Item You Shouldn't Pass Up If You Spot It At An Estate Sale

Estate sales are a necessity when looking for unique, vintage, or priceless finds. Here is household item you should never pass up at estate sales.

Lifestyle By Erika Dale 7 months ago

The 'Death Star' Symbol You'll Want To Look Out For When Shopping At Costco

Costco is a go-to paradise for all of your bulk item needs. Have you ever wondered what the asterisk means on a price label? We're here to decipher it for you.

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Organization & Storage By Rob Johnstone 7 months ago

Why You Should Throw Out Your Plastic Wrap And The Best Alternatives To Use

Here are the reasons you should throw out your plastic wrap and alternatives you should consider instead for food storage.

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Painting By Gabrielle Hondorp 7 months ago

The Sophisticated Front Door Color That's Taking Over Exterior Home Design Trends

Are you considering changing your front door color but aren't into neutrals or bright shades? We have a trendy color palette suggestion you might want to try.

A hand digging up a small weed with a trowel from a gravel patch.

Pests, Weeds & Problems By Sharon Kong Perring 7 months ago

Keep Weeds From Growing In Gravel With An Easy DIY Remedy

If weeds are poking up through your gravel pathway, there's a DIY solution that is so easy to implement. Your yard will be weed-free again before you know it.

David Bromstad smiling in front of a white fabric background.

Kitchens By Erika Dale 7 months ago

David Bromstad Reveals A Cabinet Upgrade That Makes Any Kitchen Look More Expensive

HGTV's David Bromstad has some solid advice to make your kitchen look more expensive during a remodel or while buying a home, and it involves a cabinet upgrade.

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DIY By Erika Dale 7 months ago

Try A Fun Pool Noodle Hack To Get The Look Of A Stylish Stone Planter On A Budget

If you're looking for an elevated look for your planter without breaking the bank, grab a pool noodle and follow this simple faux stone hack.

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Experts By Ron Baker 7 months ago

How Often Do You Water Poinsettias? Here's How To Keep Them Alive & Healthy

Poinsettias are popular houseplants, but knowing how often to water them is key to keeping them healthy and alive. Plant stylist Hilton Carter has a few tips.

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DIY By Jillian Chapman 7 months ago

Don't Throw Out Old Teacups - Reuse Them To Create A Beautiful DIY Wreath

Don't throw out your old teacups. Instead, turn them into this unique wreath to bring a sense of charm to your front door.

A cockroach lies upside down in the garage.

Pests, Weeds & Problems By David Kuchta 7 months ago

The Popular Scent That Can Keep Unwanted Pests Out Of Your Garage

This recognizable, popular scent could be the key to keeping any unwanted pests out of your home garage. Here's how to create a DIY repellent.

White kitchen cabinets with empty spaces on top of them

Decor By Kristeen Cherney 7 months ago

9 Creative Ways To Fill The Empty Space Above Your Cabinets

If you have empty space above any of your cabinets, either in the kitchen or bathroom, get creative with these decor ideas and inspiration to make the area pop.

A cracked and settling concrete driveway

Exterior Home Repair By Ron Baker 7 months ago

Repairing Cracks In Concrete? Avoid These Common Mistakes At All Costs

If you find cracks in your concrete, you want to ensure they are repaired correctly. Our expert lets us know the mistakes to avoid when repairing your concrete.

white cabinets, some with open doors, that show space at the top to the ceiling

Experts By Gabrielle Hondorp 7 months ago

Why Don't All Kitchen Cabinets Touch The Ceiling (And Should They?)

Hunker spoke with remodeling expert Carmine Argano to learn about why all kitchen cabinets don't touch the ceiling, and whether or not they should.

Organization & Storage By Rob Johnstone 7 months ago

Things To Throw Out From Your Garage And Workshop For A Tidier Space

Are you struggling with what to throw out of your garage? Hunker's Rob Johnstone shares some great advice on how to decide what to keep and what should stay.

Fruit & Vegetable Garden By Rob Johnstone 7 months ago

Should You Use Banana Peels As A Natural Fertilizer For Tomato Plants?

Many people swear by banana peels as the ultimate garden hack to fertilize tomato plants. Should you be using this common kitchen scrap in your gardening?

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Decor By Erika Dale 7 months ago

The Outdated Lighting Trend Designers Are Begging You To Stop Using In Your Home

Hunker's Expert Interior Designer Erika Dale sets the record straight on the outdated lighting trend you should avoid and what you should do instead.

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Cleaning Hacks By Rob Johnstone 7 months ago

Genius Alka-Seltzer Home Hacks You'll Wish You Knew About Sooner

If you hate all that scrubbing and rubbing, these genius Alka-Seltzer hacks can make cleaning your home a breeze. You'll wish you knew these tricks long ago.

ripe red tomatoes growing in a garden on a vine

Fruit & Vegetable Garden By Rob Johnstone 7 months ago

Plant These 3 Herbs Near Your Tomatoes To Help Them Flourish

If you can't decide what to plant with your tomatoes, Master Gardener Jennifer Martin tells us the three herbs you should consider for a delicious result.

Nate Berkus holding up a paint sample in front of a wall of color swatches in an aisle of Home Depot

Painting By Erika Dale 7 months ago

The Color Choice HGTV's Nate Berkus Wishes People Would Stop Using In Their Homes

If you're using this color choice to paint the walls in your home, you're not going to impress Nate Berkus from HGTV much. Choose an alternative shade instead.

bathroom counter cluttered with bathroom essentials

DIY By Jillian Chapman 7 months ago

The Dollar Tree Paper Towel Holder Hack That Will Keep Your Counters Clear

If you want to keep your bathroom counters clear, grab a few items from Dollar Tree to create this cute DIY for easy storage.

Flowers By David Kuchta 7 months ago

Keep Your Orchids Happy And Healthy With A Simple Epsom Salt Hack

Have you ever wondered if Epsom salts will help your orchids bloom longer? We took a dive into the research, and here is what we've found.

Painting By Erika Dale 7 months ago

The Best Neutral Paint Colors For Your Kitchen If You're Tired Of White

If having a kitchen with bold colors isn't for you, our expert interior designer Erika Dale breaks down neutral paint kitchen colors you should consider.

Houseplants By Ron Baker 7 months ago

16 Low-Maintenance Indoor Plants You Don't Need A Green Thumb To Grow

Are you looking to add some greenery to your home? Here is our list of low-maintenance houseplants you should consider.

woman wearing yellow cleaning gloves and using a rag to clean a spot on her luxury vinyl plank floor

Cleaning Hacks By Erika Dale 7 months ago

The Simple WD-40 Hack For Removing Scuff Marks From Vinyl Floors

If you've got scuff marks on your vinyl floors, don't panic. You can remove those surface-level black spots with this clever, simple WD-40 cleaning hack.

Jonathan and Drew Scott clinking coffee mugs

Floors & Ceilings By Jillian Chapman 7 months ago

The Outdated Home Design Feature The Property Brothers Avoid At All Costs

Drew and Jonathan Scott dislike an outdated home design feature and think homeowners (or home buyers) should avoid or remodel it. Do you have one at your house?

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