Kelly Weimert

Contributing Writer

About

Kelly Weimar is a writer and editor based in Austin, Texas. A contributor to BobVila.com since 2023, Kelly has over ten years of experience covering home improvement and interior design, with her work appearing in such publications as Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, Forbes Home, MyDomaine, Living Cozy, Hunker, TexasLiving and more.

 

 

Education

Kelly has a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s degree in social policy from the University of Michigan.

More from Kelly Weimert

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Bathrooms

How to Clean a Bathtub

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Kelly Weimert

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DIY

12 Ways to Fix a Soggy Yard

By Mark Wolfe, Kelly Weimert, Reviewed by Bob Vila

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Lawn & Garden

The 12 Best Climbing Roses for Your Garden Trellis, Arbor, or Pergola

By Debbie Wolfe, Kelly Weimert

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DIY

How to Choose the Right Sandpaper Grit and Type for Your Project

By Theresa Clement, Kelly Weimert

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Lawn & Garden

10 Plants You Can Grow Without Soil

By Jennifer Noonan, Kelly Weimert

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Interior

18 Household Items You Had No Idea Were Flammable

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Kelly Weimert

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Exterior

22 Genius Ways to Convert a Garage Into Living Space

By Michael Franco, Timothy Dale, Kelly Weimert

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Lawn & Garden

35 Plants That Are Toxic to Cats and Dogs

By Jennifer Noonan, Kelly Weimert

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Lawn & Garden

15 Secret Ingredients to Make Your Garden Grow

By Katelin Hill, Kelly Weimert

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DIY

13 Surprising Uses for Bleach Around the Home

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Kelly Weimert

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Exterior

Aging In Place Remodeling: 14 Ways to Get Your House Ready for Your Next Chapter

By Christopher Solomon, Kelly Weimert

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DIY

How to Get Rid of Paint Smell

By Caylin Harris, Kelly Weimert

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Interior

How to Snake a Drain

By Jill Lawrence O’Hara, Kelly Weimert

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Exterior

15 Things You Should Never Do When the Power Goes Out

By Ayn Monique Klahre, Kelly Weimert

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Lawn & Garden

15 Tips for Planning a Successful Raised Garden

By Glenda Taylor, Kelly Weimert

Potted plants in containers
Lawn & Garden

20 Shade-Loving Plants for Containers

By Audrey Stallsmith, Kelly Weimert

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Lawn & Garden

20 Huge Houseplants That Make a Statement

By Caitlin Castelaz, Kelly Weimert

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Lawn & Garden

Don’t Kill These 17 Beneficial Insects in Your Garden

By Daniel Mintz, Kelly Weimert

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Appliances

Gas vs. Electric Stove: Which is Better?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Kelly Weimert

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Real Estate

12 Ways Your Neighbors Can Screw Up Your Home’s Sale

By Amy Lynch, Kelly Weimert