Hunker: Inspired Home Design, Gardening Tips, and DIY Improvements

A broad-billed hummingbird eats out of a red hummingbird feeder.

Flowers By Jason Rochlin 11 months ago

Consider Growing Native Plants Instead Of Buying Hummingbird Feeders

Attracting hummingbirds with a feeder and artificial nectar solution is nice, but growing native plants they love in your garden may have even more benefits.

Wood pallet DIY seating on an outdoor patio

DIY By Charlotte D. Miller 11 months ago

Where To Find Free Pallets For DIY Projects

Everyone knows that wood pallets are the way to go for all your favorite DIY woodworking projects and more. Here's how to get them for free. No cost!

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Entertaining By Jeremy Anderberg 11 months ago

11 Grill Cleaning Tips & Tricks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

Don't let your prized grill rot and rust. There are many small things you can do to keep it safe, make it last, and even make your food tastier in the process.

gray living room with picture molding, two art pieces under an art light, gray upholstery, black coffee table, and neutral decor accents

Decor By Erika Dale 11 months ago

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.

Experts By Gabrielle Hondorp 11 months ago

The DIY Vinegar Solution That Breathes New Life Into Yellow-Stained Pillows

If people are telling you to mix vinegar & baking soda to un-yellow your pillow, get your advice somewhere else. Here's what you should do instead.

A single lavender geranium flower stands out against a fuzzy green background.

Flowers By Jason Rochlin 11 months ago

The Best Methods For Overwintering Geraniums (& The Benefits Of Doing So)

It's possible to overwinter your geraniums so that they can last into the next year, and there are multiple benefits for letting these flowers thrive.

Pieces of wood and carpentry tools in a pile

DIY By Ethan Harrison Smith 11 months ago

How To Determine Whether To Use Wood Glue Or Liquid Nails For Your Home Project

Do you need Liquid Nails, or should you use wood glue? Well, your adhesive choice depends on what kind of home project you're working on. Here's how to know.

Cleaning Hacks By Charlotte D. Miller 11 months ago

How To Make Your Non-Stick Pans Last Longer

If you want those non-stick pans to last a long time, whether they're coated with ceramic or Teflon, you need to know how to care for them the right way.

Garden Hacks By Kristeen Cherney 11 months ago

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.

Garden Tools & Supplies By Ethan Harrison Smith 11 months ago

Here's Why Not Cleaning Your Hummingbird Feeder Can Be Deadly For The Birds You Love

If you don't clean your hummingbird feeder regularly, you could be putting those little birds in great danger. Here's why, and how to clean it correctly.

Floors & Ceilings By Ethan Harrison Smith 11 months ago

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.

sofa in peach and gray colored living room

Furniture By Gabrielle Hondorp 11 months ago

Sofa Vs. Couch Vs. Sectional: The Definitions You've Been Looking For

Do you know the difference between a sofa, a couch, and a sectional? Knowing the correct definitions can help you shop and decorate for your home.

A pair of bare legs/feet walking on beige carpet.

Floors & Ceilings By Holly Gates 11 months ago

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.

retro looking room with mid-century modern furniture, green paint, a branch in a jar, lamp, old-timey radio

Decor By Gabrielle Hondorp 11 months ago

The Old-School Decor Trend That Has Slowly Been Making A Comeback

Many people try to avoid old-school decor trends, but there is one retro home aesthetic that is slowly but surely making a comeback in interior design.

a bearded man in a red-orange winter hat is carrying a netted christmas tree over his shoulder

Experts By Ethan Harrison Smith 11 months ago

How To Replant Your Real Christmas Tree After The Holiday Season

If you want to keep your real Christmas tree after the holidays are over, you can try replanting it. We spoke to an expert landscape designer to find out how.

woman with black hair holding a blank picture frame while two black blank picture frames are mounted behind her. she's sitting in a beige living room with plants nearby

Organization & Storage By Jason Rochlin 11 months ago

Turn Dollar Tree Photo Frames Into The Best Spice Organizer For Your Kitchen

Could it be that the best spice organizer ever comes from Dollar Tree photo frames? This simple hack could help you get your herbs and spices in order.

luxury backyard with swimming pool, water fall, and outdoor patio

Yard Maintenance By Jillian Chapman 11 months ago

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?

Decor By Charlotte D. Miller 12 months ago

Decorate Your Home For The Winter Naturally With Greenery

This winter you can decorate with a natural element: greenery. From conifers to herbs to leaves, you can bring the beauty of the outdoors into your home.

Decor By Gabrielle Hondorp 12 months ago

5 Signs Your Home Design Aesthetic Is Horribly Outdated

Nobody wants to live in a house with a design aesthetic that looks horribly dated, but if you have these five signs in your home decor, you might be in danger.

Kitchen Appliances By Erika Dale 12 months ago

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.

Home Security By Charlotte D. Miller 12 months ago

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.

Furniture By Ethan Harrison Smith 12 months ago

Placement & Design Tips For A Bulky Grandfather Clock

If you purchased or inherited a bulky grandfather clock, it should have the best possible location in your home. With these design and decor tips, it will.

Switching an incandescent light bulb to LED

Remodel By Ron Baker 12 months ago

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?

hummingbird sitting on branch with yellowing autumn leaves coming off of it

Yard Maintenance By Charlotte D. Miller 12 months ago

Leave The Leaves If You Like Hummingbirds

You may know that hummingbirds love nectar from brightly colored flowers or hummingbird feeders. But if you really want to help them, keep those fallen leaves.

close up of dull, scratched hardwood floor

Cleaning Hacks By Jillian Chapman 12 months ago

Why Your Hardwood Floors Look Dull Even After Cleaning Them

Everyone wants hardwood floors that shine like they're brand new. But if yours are sad and dull, even after cleaning them, you could be making a big mistake.

Man cutting a fallen tree with a chainsaw

Lawn Mowers & Tools By Ethan Harrison Smith 12 months ago

Gas Vs. Electric Chainsaws: Which Will Better Cut Its Way Into Your Heart & Home?

If you're in the middle of a tough decision between a gas chainsaw or an electric chainsaw, consider these advantages and disadvantages of each before you do.

hand cleaning shower tracks with a paper towel

Cleaning Hacks By Charlotte D. Miller 12 months ago

Bring Shine Back To Your Grimy Shower Tracks With An Easy & Affordable Cleaning Hack

The tracks of your shower can easily fall victim to grime, mildew, and mold. If you want them shiny and clean, this easy hack only requires a household staple.

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