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  • Applying Vaseline to an 07 hand plane
    By Rob Johnstone 4 days ago

    The Little-Known Vaseline Hack That'll Keep Your Tools From Rusting

    Our expert Rob Johnstone shares how Vaseline can keep your tools from rusting and his tips on how to best apply it to protect your tools from damage.

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  • garden hose hanging on the bricks of a building
    By Lisa Bonham 5 days ago

    Turn Your Ordinary Hose Into A Pressure Washer With A Quick And Easy Hack

    Transform your regular garden hose into a pressure washer in minutes with this clever hack. Save time and money with this trick and helpful tips.

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  • woman smelling air in bathroom
    By Sophie Pell 5 days ago

    This Hack For Upcycling Old Jars Will Keep Your Bathroom Smelling Fresh As Can Be

    Don't throw out those old jars -- they're your secret weapon against bathroom odors. Here's how to upcycle them to keep your space smelling fresh.

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  • A person sprays mosquito repellent on their arm.
    By David Kuchta 9 days ago

    The Popular Essential Oil You May Want To Grab To Repel Annoying Mosquitoes

    Mosquitoes are nobody's idea of fun, and the sooner you repel them, the better. Thankfully, a popular essential oil could help you stave off these pests.

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  • A standard can of WD-40 in front of a linoleum floor and wooden chair
    By Ron Baker 9 days ago

    These WD-40 Hacks Are Game-Changers For Painting Around The House

    WD-40 has so many uses, but did you know it can help make painting less of a chore? Check out these useful WD-40 hacks to try when you're painting.

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  • A hand wiping away humid condensation from the inside of a window.
    By Sharon Kong Perring 9 days ago

    The Unexpected Salt Trick That Will Dehumidify Your Home

    If you're struggling to cope with high humidity levels at home, try out a clever and unexpected salt trick that can help dehumidify your space.

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  • dimly lit laundry room with visible, large dryer vent piping
    By Jillian Chapman 11 days ago

    The Stunning IKEA Hack That Keeps Ugly Laundry Room Pipes Hidden In Style

    Is your perfectly curated space ruined by ugly laundry room pipes? Keep them out of sight with the help of a stunning hack that uses IKEA products.

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  • Woman reclining in papasan chair on three season glass porch on sunny day
    By Rob Johnstone 11 days ago

    The Easy, Overlooked Solution For Keeping Your Home Cool In A Brutal Heatwave

    At the height of summer, a heatwave can be downright uncomfortable, especially without air conditioning. Try this easy solution to keep your home cool.

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  • person holding caulk gun against a grey wall
    By Gabrielle Hondorp 13 days ago

    Tips And Tricks For The Perfect Caulk Job Every Time

    While caulking may seem pretty straightforward, there is more to it. Our expert tells us the proper way to get a perfect caulk job every single time.

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  • Alka-Seltzer fizzing in a glass of water
    By Rob Johnstone 17 days ago

    The Alka-Seltzer Hack That'll Quickly Unclog Your Slow-Draining Sink

    A fizzy fix to your stubborn clogged sink drain is hiding right in your medicine cabinet. See how this surprising trick can help clear things up quickly.

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  • Baby robins nesting on the corner of a porch
    By David Kuchta 19 days ago

    Stop Birds From Building Nests On Your Porch With These Repurposed Household Items

    Easily upcycle these old items lying around your home as potential bird deterrents for your front porch. This can help stop them from building unwanted nests.

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  • man sweating while working on car in garage
    By Jillian Chapman 20 days ago

    Keep The Heat Down In Your Garage During Summer With A Smart Dollar Tree Hack

    Is your garage so hot that you can't even go into it? Here is a smart hack using Dollar Tree items to help beat the heat in your garage on the hottest days.

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  • A couple assembling furniture outside on terrace.
    By Sophie Pell 25 days ago

    The Brilliant Way You Can Hack An IKEA Changing Table For Your Patio This Summer

    As you spend more time outdoors during the summer, consider an IKEA furniture hack to add flair to your patio space. It's a simple, beneficial DIY project.

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  • Removing aluminum foil from a roll
    By Ron Baker 1 month ago

    18 Genius Aluminum Foil Home Hacks You Should Know About

    Who knew aluminum foil could be so versatile? Here are 18 different ways you should consider using aluminum foil around your home and garden.

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  • A hand scooping fresh coffee grounds into a machine
    By Kristeen Cherney 1 month ago

    Genius Ways To Reuse Old Coffee Grounds In Your Home Instead Of Tossing Them

    Old coffee grounds can't be thrown down the drain, so they're usually destined for the trash bin. Try these hacks instead to reuse your coffee grounds.

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  • martha stewart posing at red carpet event
    By David Kuchta 1 month ago

    Maximize Countertop Space In Your Kitchen With A Clever Trick From Martha Stewart

    Make the most out of every inch of space in your small kitchen with Martha Stewart's clever trick that adds more storage space and reduces clutter.

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  • looking inside an open toilet tank
    By Sharon Kong Perring 2 months ago

    Why Do Some People Put Aluminum Foil In Their Toilet?

    There are many home improvement myths floating around, including one about adding foil to your toilet tank. Here's the truth behind this popular "hack."

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  • White kitchen cabinets with empty spaces on top of them
    By Kristeen Cherney 3 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.

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  • dog with paws on windowsill
    By Rob Johnstone 3 months ago

    The Genius Pool Noodle Window Hack All Pet Owners Will Want To Know About

    If you have a pet in your home (especially one that loves to lounge by the windows each day) then you'll need to know about this easy, clever pool noodle hack

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  • woman looking hot, leaning backward on a white couch, fanning herself with an orange fan
    By Gabrielle Hondorp 3 months ago

    How To Cool Down A Room Without A Ceiling Fan Fast

    As the weather heats up, your house might start to feel warmer too. If you don't have a ceiling fan, you can still cool down a room quickly with a few tricks.

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  • Silverfish, which can be extremely destructive to books, clothes, and more
    By Ron Baker 3 months ago

    Get Ahead Of Pest Problems Before They Start With These Essential Prevention Tips

    Bugs come into your home during specific seasons of the year, and there are prevention tips to keep these pests out of your house before they come in.

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  • white towels on bathroom floor with blurred legs in the background
    By Jillian Chapman 4 months ago

    Keep Bulky Bath Towels Off The Floor And Organized With A Dollar Tree Storage Hack

    Towels take up so much space in your bathroom that sometimes they end up on the floor. But with a simple Dollar Tree storage hack, you can them all organized.

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  • white colored splotches of water stains on hardwood floors
    By Rob Johnstone 4 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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  • colorful cleaning supplies under a sink in a cabinet, such as bottles, spray bottles, sponges, and gloves
    By Erika Dale 4 months ago

    Keep The Cabinets Under Your Sink Organized With An Inexpensive IKEA Product

    There is so much wasted space under your kitchen cabinet, and yet it's still so cluttered. What can you do! Well, this genius IKEA hack that will save the day.

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  • bottles of gorilla glue at store
    By Gabrielle Hondorp 5 months ago

    The Toxic Problem With Gorilla Glue That You Should Know About

    It seems like everyone wants to use Gorilla Glue for home improvement tasks or DIY projects these days. But, there's a toxic issue you should know about first.

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  • A tub of Vaseline sits in front of a mirror on a black cloth.
    By Holly Gates 5 months ago

    Genius Vaseline Home Hacks You Should Know About

    We all know that Vaseline is a versatile product for skincare and medicinal use, but did you realize it's got numerous household applications as well?

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  • blonde woman staring at camera while she puts away grocery items into a crowded pantry cabinet
    By Rob Johnstone 5 months ago

    Maximize Pantry Space With A Simple DIY For Built-In Storage

    This simple DIY demonstrates how you can create a simple, effective built-in storage rack for the cabinet or pantry door in your kitchen to maximize space.

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