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Whether you're fitting a kitchenette into a tiny studio apartment or an open-concept living room, it should suit the larger space—and your own tastes.

A control board is a furnace’s central command center. Should a board fail, the average furnace control board replacement cost is $500 for parts and labor, though a typical range is $50 to $900.

Water and ice can turn your paver patio into a disaster. Lock your pavers in place with polymeric sand.

Chimney caps protect a home’s chimney and keep indoor temperatures stable. A chimney cap costs between $75 and $1,000 to install, with an average cost of $300.

Laminate floors are economical, durable, and attractive. With the right vacuum for this particular surface, you can preserve your floor’s appearance and maintain a clean, healthy home.

Turn heads and be an out-of-this-world neighbor by creating a garden with these captivating sci-fi elements.

Historic and vintage homes have a lot to offer potential buyers who know what to look for in their investment.

It may seem odd to us, but there’s often a logical reason why a toilet is in a weird location.

I hate to admit it, but my spouse was right on this one.

Use these top repellents to make sure skunks don’t have an opportunity to stink up your home.

This medicine cabinet staple is a treatment for far more than relieving digestive issues. Put Alka-Seltzer tablets to work cleaning stained coffee cups, dishwashers—even laundry stains!

How many holiday lights do you need in order to illuminate your home’s exterior, and how can you hang them safely? Here’s how to put together a light display that’s the envy of the neighborhood.

When shopping for hardwood flooring, knowing the different options and their effect on price can keep homeowners within their budget. Hardwood flooring cost typically runs from $2,481 to $7,026, with $4,721 as the national average.

I tested 9 Husqvarna lawn and garden machines to maintain my grass, leaves, trees, and more. Here’s my take on this popular brand.

The cost of pavers vs. concrete can be a deciding factor in the choice of material for a driveway or patio. This guide will outline all the differences to help with this decision.

Take advantage of sales on TVs, major appliances, outdoor gear, and more.

Once relegated to the mudroom, beadboard is now featured in homes’ main living areas. Dress up your traditional or farmhouse-style space by DIY-ing your own beadboard walls.

Friends are on their way over for an impromptu get-together, but your bathroom is in serious need of a deep cleaning. Here’s a plan for getting it in shape before your guests arrive.

A dehumidifier can help prevent excess moisture in the air from turning into a mold and mildew problem. Learn how to select the best possible unit, and what size dehumidifier you need for your space.

Are squirrels eating pumpkins in your outdoor fall displays? Here's what you can do to distract and deter the animals without harming them.