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Don’t let a lost or broken can opener stop you from opening cans of soup, tuna, pet food, or other items.

Skip the high ticket prices, under-chair bubble gum, and loud popcorn chewers by hosting your own backyard movie night. Here’s how to make it a night to remember.

Find out what it takes to achieve this rustic, popular, DIY-friendly look as exterior siding and interior trim.

If your neighborhood has an agricultural or industrial past, soil testing could uncover hidden pollutants.

You’ve seen the infomercial—all you have to do is order the video and you’ll be making a fortune flipping houses. The reality of house-flipping is slightly different, and while many people do make a decent profit, others lose money because they choose the wrong property or they don’t take the correct steps after buying the property. Stacy Coleman of Baytown, Texas, has been flipping one or two houses per year for the past 15 years, and she’s agreed to share her tips for increasing a home’s value as well as increasing the return on your investment (ROI).

Known for its vibrant leaves and low-maintenance care requirements, coleus is a great addition to a garden bed or container—whether it flowers or not.

A symbol of rebirth, butterflies also signal healthy ecosystems. Enjoy their delicate beauty as they flit from flower to flower by learning to identify these important pollinators.

It's highly absorbent, fast-drying, and—of course—machine washable.

A leaky chimney can put a huge damper on the enjoyment you get from your fireplace. Find out what causes a leaking chimney and who to call for repairs.

Improve your skills while making masterpieces with these learning-oriented projects.

PEX—the plumbing material of choice for remodels and retrofits—has a secret weakness that puts it at risk of damage.

A general contractor can be invaluable when planning a home improvement project. After searching “contractors near me,” here’s how homeowners can pick one.

Harness the bolt-busting power of these heavy-duty cordless impact wrenches.

Give your kitchen a sleek look while saving precious floor space with these top counter-depth kitchen refrigerators.

Guests will never believe it's not the real deal.

The kids are finally out of the house, so now is a terrific time to renovate your home without your rambunctious teens and young adults taking center stage.

Does gasoline go bad? How long can you store gas in cans? Learn how to recognize when it is past its prime, and how to dispose of it safely.

If you want to experience the gorgeous hues and soothing birdsong of bluebirds, follow these simple tricks.

Are your azaleas looking zapped? If they are less than happy, remember their aversion to scalding sun and sweet soils.

Plaster is not easy to repair and is pretty expensive to install, but there are good arguments to be made for opting for lath and plaster over drywall. Here's what to consider.