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9 Tips for Achieving Maximum Coziness
As fall continues and the days become shorter, it’s too tempting to just hibernate until spring. But there is, indeed, joy to be found in the quieter months of the year. Perhaps it’s a bit overdone to talk about the…
7 Ideas for Personalized Home Accents That Are All About You
When it comes to decorating a home, many people head to their local superstore, pick up a few items, and call it a day. But we believe everything in your home should tell your story. Guests should walk in, look…
5 Common Bathroom Problems and How to Fix Them
There are many common bathroom problems you can solve on your own, quickly and inexpensively. If you’re bothered by a wobbly toilet seat, or frustrated with a slow tub drain causing the tub to fill with water when you take…
How to Install a Kitchen Faucet
Plumbing projects can be intimidating, because no one wants to accidentally flood their entire home. But installing a new kitchen faucet truly is a DIY that anyone can handle. As long as you work slowly and follow the directions, you…
The Truth About Toxic Mold (and How to Get Rid of It)
Mold is everywhere. It grows on the sides of houses, it blackens surfaces like brick and concrete, and it thrives in the soil of your yard and garden. Indoors, mold lives in sink drains, shower grout, houseplant potting mix, kitchen…
10 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Slugs and Snails
Despite their destructive habits and overall “ick” factor, snails and slugs are anything but formidable. In fact, there are so many creative ways to repel or kill them that you might have a hard time choosing just one. Commercial snail and…
How to Remove Stains From an Area Rug
If you own an area rug, just accept that it won’t remain pristine forever. Eventually someone will spill on it or a pet will relieve itself on it – and you’ll need to clean it. Instead of running out and…
How to Fix Ceiling Water Stains
A water stain on a ceiling is a foreboding sight. Not only is it ugly, but it also often means that something is actively leaking, and more damage may be hidden. But don’t panic – fixing a water stain is…
What Kind of Bugs Are in Your House?
Pests are everywhere, and having a few in your home is pretty much inevitable. But knowledge is power when it comes to critters, says Dr. Nancy Troyano, director of technical education and training at Rentokil Pest Control. When you know…
5 Organizing Secrets Only the Pros Know
We professional organizers have many secret tools and tips. And when our clients pay close attention and ask us questions, they obtain the magical key to unlock their clutter dilemma. But more often than not, amateur organizers often set out with the…
Creating a Homework Station That Gets Top Marks
When was the last time your study station or workspace inspired you? For most people, the answer is, “Not recently.” Whether you’re setting up a spot for young scholars to study or prepping an area for your work-from-home days, you…
5 Home Renovation Choices That Can Cut Your Remodeling Budget
Planning a home remodel is exciting, especially when your loan or line of credit is approved. That earmarked money feels limitless in the beginning as you set your sights on fancy flooring, upscale appliances, and elaborate fixtures. Unfortunately, that fantasy…
5 Ways to Fix Your Home's 'Fatal Flaw' for Under $
Most of us have a nagging issue or two in our homes that we would like to fix. Perhaps your kitchen is just too dark to work in comfortably, or your bathroom is still living in the 1960s. Good news:…
How to Repair a Damaged Shingle
Every homeowner will most likely need to replace their roof. It’s just a fact of life. Depending on the size of the roof and the roofing material, the replacement could cost several thousand dollars. But with some basic skills and…
A Quick DIY for Space-Saving Kids' Room Storage
Supplies Spice rack building kit, such as IKEA’s Bekvam (one for each shelf you want) Primer (optional) Paint, spray paint or stain 2 anchors and screws per shelf Drill Deciding how to use your home’s space is almost always a struggle,…
Easy Updates to Help Your Home Sell
When it comes to selling your house, it’s a lot easier to catch the big repairs than to see the small details. But buyers notice it all, and even one squeaky door can signal issues to them. Here are a…
Are You Overimproving for Your Neighborhood?
We all love those house-flipping shows – we shout our opinions on what the homeowners should update and weep when we see the final reveal. It’s an innate human instinct to want to make things better. And when it comes…
Vertical Gardening
For apartment dwellers, full-fledged gardening is often out of the question, and floor space is usually at a premium. But if you’re hankering to bring the outdoors inside, there’s an easy solution: vertical gardens. From macrame planters to recycled pallets,…