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Done With Winter? 12 Things You Can Do Now to Prep for Spring
DIY

Done With Winter? 12 Things You Can Do Now to Prep for Spring

Don’t wait until spring has actually sprung to get ready for the change of seasons. As milder weather approaches and you await the return to outdoor living, there’s more to do around your home—both indoors and out—than just spring cleaning. Here are 12 tasks to tackle now to make springtime safer, easier, and more enjoyable.

21 Ways to Make a Small Bedroom Big
Interior

21 Ways to Make a Small Bedroom Big

Do you covet a larger master bedroom, kids' room, or guest room but are stuck with a small space that won't stretch to fit? Use these 21 DIY bedroom ideas to turn your pint-size bedrooms into palatial quarters with panache.

Thinking About Gutting Your House? 11 Things to Know First
Exterior

Thinking About Gutting Your House? 11 Things to Know First

Gutting your house for a full-home renovation is absolutely doable for experienced DIYers, but make sure you know what you’re getting yourself into.

Bye-Bye, Bulky Pitchers! My Under-Sink Water Filter is Here to Stay
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Bye-Bye, Bulky Pitchers! My Under-Sink Water Filter is Here to Stay

Having easy access to filtered water can improve your health and make preparing meals so much easier.

first saw for DIYers sliding compound miter saw
DIY

The First Power Saw New DIYers Should Buy, According to Experts

Purchasing your first power saw is a big step. These pro tips will make it a lot easier.

Removing Stains From the Carpet
Reviews

Every Pet Parent Needs This $10 Cleaner

Keep pet messes at bay and prevent future accidents with this inexpensive and safe cleaner.

The Best Copper Spray Paint Options
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The Best Copper Spray Paint for Your DIY Projects

Transform battered furniture and home decor accessories into eye-catching statement pieces. The best copper spray paint refurbishes surfaces for indoor and outdoor use, creating a high-end designer look.

The Best Fabric Spray Paint Options
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The Best Fabric Spray Paint for Your DIY Projects

Create one-of-a-kind clothing items, add pizzazz to canvas shoes, update faded upholstery, or stencil designs on throw rugs—the best fabric spray paints offer abundant opportunities for creative expression.

The Best Insect Fogger Options
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The Best Insect Fogger to Keep Pests Away

There's almost nothing worse than finding a bug in the sheets or watching a spider crawl across the dinner table. Rid your home of these nasty invaders with an insect fogger. 

5 Tips for Soundproofing Your Outdoor Spaces
Lawn & Garden

5 Tips for Soundproofing Your Outdoor Spaces

If noise from traffic, construction, or neighbors makes you feel less than relaxed, check out these sound-reducing remedies to bring peace and tranquility to your outdoor spaces.

The Best Saw Blade For Cutting Laminate Flooring Options
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The Best Saw Blade for Cutting Laminate Flooring

Cut through laminate flooring in a hurry with a miter saw, jigsaw, or a circular saw blade that’s been designed for clean cuts and minimal chipping.

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Lawn & Garden

How to Cultivate the Perfect Soil for Your Vegetable Garden

Want a more productive vegetable garden this year? The secret’s in the soil.

12 Practical Ways to Make Your DIY Projects More Environmentally Friendly
DIY

12 Practical Ways to Make Your DIY Projects More Environmentally Friendly

Have fun, save money, and be sustainably sound.

10 Charming Cape Cod Houses—From the East Coast and Beyond
Design

10 Charming Cape Cod Houses—From the East Coast and Beyond

Nothing says classic like Cape Cod architecture. From suburban cottages to rural retreats, find your favorite interpretation of this perennial style.

Got 10 Minutes? That’s All You Need to Tackle These 10 Decluttering Tasks
DIY

Got 10 Minutes? That’s All You Need to Tackle These 10 Decluttering Tasks

Feeling overwhelmed by clutter but running short on time? Clear your space and your mind with these 10-minute decluttering tasks.

Swimming Pool Maintenance
Exterior

The Dos and Don’ts of Swimming Pool Maintenance

For a safe and healthy summer in your own backyard oasis, take these steps before you take the plunge.

How to Clean a Suede Couch
DIY

How To: Clean a Microfiber Suede Sofa

Microfiber suede sofas are beautiful additions to any home, but their tiny fibers can make cleaning a real pain. Follow these easy steps to freshen your favorite piece of furniture, leaving it with a like-new look.

9 Furnace Troubleshooting Tips from the Pros
Interior

9 Furnace Troubleshooting Tips from the Pros

The next time your gas furnace stops pumping out the heat, before you call in the pros, try to troubleshoot the problem yourself using this handy checklist.

Squirrels in Bird Feeders? Try These 10 Tips
Lawn & Garden

Solved! How to Keep Squirrels Away from Bird Feeders

If you like to keep the local birds fed, chances are you'll also see other uninvited guests stealing seed meant for your feathered friends. Thwart any squirrels in bird feeders with these 10 tips.

Walk-in Showers 101: All You Need to Know Before Installing One of Your Own
Interior

All You Need to Know About Walk-in Showers

Get the answers to all your questions and concerns about this trendy bathroom remodel.