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

A flock of hummingbirds gathered around a feeder.

Garden Hacks By Rob Johnstone

How To Encourage More Hummingbirds To Come To Your Yard With An Old Tree Branch

You can attract hummingbirds with a feeder, colorful items, native flowers, or a bird bath. But if you've got an old tree branch in your yard, try this hack.

White kitchen with marble counters and backsplash, silver appliances, and island with seating

Kitchens By Gabrielle Hondorp

The Once-Essential Kitchen Feature That's Likely Now Dating Your Home

This kitchen design feature was once a must-have for a functional space in your home. But now, it may be outdated. Try these fresh alternatives in your remodel.

DIY plumber being handed slip-joint pliers

Interior Home Repair By Ron Baker

Think Twice Before Tackling Drain Clogs And Leaks Without The Proper Equipment

When you have a clogged drain, you always want to make sure you have the correct equipment. Our expert explains what you need and why it is important.

small hole in the dirt and grass in a backyard

Yard Maintenance By Jillian Chapman

The Best Way To Tell If The Holes In Your Yard Are From Snakes Or Squirrels

When you find holes in your yard, it is hard to tell if you have a squirrel or snake problem. Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind.

eufy Omni E25 and E28 robot vacuum on display

Cleaning Appliances By Jahaira Arthur

Eufy's Newest Innovation In Robot Vacuums Takes Cleaning To A Deeper Level

The new lines of Eufy robot vacuums have new, innovative technology advancements with deep cleaning abilities, and we got to experience them firsthand.

entryway of a home with a wood front door, hardwood floors, and white walls

Floors & Ceilings By Erika Dale

The Hardwood Flooring Mistake HGTV's Mike Holmes Wishes People Would Stop Making

HGTV's Mike Holmes points out the hardwood flooring mistake he wishes that homeowner's would stop making.

Experts By Rob Johnstone

The Cabinet Refresh That Will Give Your Dated Kitchen A Whole New Look

You want new kitchen cabinets, but don't want to pay for them. Is it possible to just replace the doors and leave everything else? Here's what our expert says.

dining room with matching medium-toned wood round table and curved barrel back chairs

Experts By Erika Dale

The Furniture Mistake That's Making Your Dining Room Look Outdated

Are you guilty of making this big furniture mistake in your dining room? It could be making your dining area look a bit outdated. Here's what to know.

hummingbird hovering over a feeder that bees have taken over as they suck nectar from a port.

Pests, Weeds & Problems By Rob Johnstone

Pollinator-Friendly Plants That Will Keep Bees Away From Your Hummingbird Feeder

It makes sense that hummingbirds love hummingbird feeders. Unfortunately, so do bees. Luckily, these pollinator-friendly plants and flowers can draw bees away.

a picture of david bromstad with his mouth open wide in surprise in front of a paneled white wall

Floors & Ceilings By Erika Dale

The Durable Flooring Option HGTV's David Bromstad Recommends For Your Next Remodel

There's an unexpected flooring choice that David Bromstad of HGTV fame highly recommends. The next time you're remodeling your home, consider this floor type.

woman looking hot, leaning backward on a white couch, fanning herself with an orange fan

Home Improvement Hacks By Gabrielle Hondorp

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.

Coffee cup sitting on brown granite countertop

Experts By Erika Dale

8 Cabinet Colors That Go Flawlessly With Brown Granite Countertops

If you're not feeling as good about your brown granite countertops as when you first got them, you can dress them up flawlessly with these cabinet paint colors.

Pests, Weeds & Problems By Jillian Chapman

Repel Flies From Your House With A DIY Remedy From Your Kitchen

There's a common kitchen ingredient that can deter annoying, pesky little house flies away from your kitchen. Here's how to DIY this natural remedy.

disorganized pile of sporting goods, travel stuff, and other miscellaneous items on the floor of a garage by the door to the house

Organization & Storage By Erika Dale

The Affordable IKEA Item That Makes Keeping An Organized Garage A Breeze

Nobody wants a cluttered garage, but what can you do about it? Actually, there's a great TikTok hack (& an inexpensive IKEA product) that will help you out.

exterior of a home with a gray shingled roof, medium blue siding, and white trim

Experts By Erika Dale

9 Exterior House Colors That Go Well With A Gray Roof

When it's time to paint your exterior, give your house an aesthetic hue to make you the envy of your neighborhood. Choose these colors if you have a gray roof.

The ants come to drink earl grey one by one in a pink coffee mug with a tea bag hanging out of it.

Experts By Ron Baker

Foolproof Ways To Stop Pests From Invading Your Home Year After Year

Dealing with seasonal pests that return every year? There are some foolproof ways to keep unwanted insects from coming back to your house once and for all.

Connecting planks of click-lock flooring

Floors & Ceilings By Ron Baker

Click-Lock Flooring Problems You Should Know About Before Using It In Your Home

Click-lock flooring really is the miracle it's made out to be. Don't snap pieces together blindly, though, or a number of serious problems can result.

pile of cluttered pots, pans, cutting board, and lids on a cabinet drying shelf

Organization & Storage By Erika Dale

The Pots And Pans Organization Hack That Only Requires One Dollar Tree Product

If the pots and pans in your kitchen cabinets are a disorganized mess, create this a storage solution with this budget-friendly Dollar Tree hack.

Kitchens By Rob Johnstone

Today's Hot Kitchen Design Trends Prove One Comforting Color Is Here To Stay

There's a kitchen design color trend that's starting to get popular, and it might be a shade you don't expect. But this comforting paint color is here to stay.

Silverfish, which can be extremely destructive to books, clothes, and more

Experts By Ron Baker

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.

pots and kitchen gear sitting under the kitchen sink in a cabinet

Experts By Rob Johnstone

Gain Extra Kitchen Cabinet Space With An Easy DIY For Pots And Pans Storage

If you're looking for extra space in your kitchen cabinets, one way to do that is with this easy DIY that can help organize and store all your pots and pans.

Hand picking a yellow dandelion amid a field of grass

Yard Maintenance By Ron Baker

The Best Time Of Year To Use Pre-Emergent On Your Lawn (And How To Apply It)

Nobody wants weeds in their lawn, but even if pre-emergent is the key, when's the right time to use it? We got advice from a lawncare expert to find out.

Small brown birds washing themselves in a bird bath with bird shaped perches

Garden By Gabrielle Hondorp

Putting Your Birdbath In The Wrong Spot Matters - Here's Where To Place It

When it comes to birdbaths actually attracting birds, there's a reason yours appears to be so unsuccessful: It's in the wrong place. Here's how to fix that.

A person is applying a Tuscan diagonal style backsplash in earth tones against a wall.

Kitchens By Jillian Chapman

The Dated Backsplash Choice That's Ruining Your Kitchen's Design Aesthetic

While this backsplash option used to popular, it's now a dated kitchen design choice because it looks way too busy. Luckily, there are easy alternatives.

Woman happy with her clean and folded laundry pile

Experts By Janine Frank

The Simple Laundry Trick That Will Keep Your Clothes Looking Like New

Did somebody tell you to turn your clothes inside-out before putting them in the laundry? Does it work? We got advice from a laundry expert to find out.

hexagon wood paneling with neutral couch and blue blanket

Windows, Doors & Walls By Gabrielle Hondorp

Wood Paneling Is Back In A Big, Beautiful, And Sustainable Way

Wood paneling is roaring back into style, with new looks like crossing lines, mosaic patterns, and slats. Here's how to make your wood paneling really pop.

gloved hand with sponge wiping stained shower glass

Cleaning Hacks By Janine Frank

Easily Banish Hard Water Streaks From Shower Doors With An Easy WD-40 Hack

Dealing with water-stained shower doors? Grab a can of WD-40 to fix the issue fast. This easy hack can clean any hard water stains that might be lingering.

All Articles