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A good exterior accent color should complement the main house color and add to the overall aesthetics of your property.

You’ve certainly seen it—but you may not know what it's called or how versatile it is. Shiplap is a series of grooved wooden boards joined horizontally to give a rustic, cozy appearance. While it has plenty of traditional looks and uses, shiplap is getting a makeover as contemporary designers learn to capitalize on its clean lines to enhance a variety of interiors.

Keep your home sparkling clean by putting these tasks on your weekly to-do list.

Natural Christmas trees are traditional, beautiful, and make your house smell like the holidays. But none of them are perfect, and fresh cut trees come with their own set of woes. These simple hacks and tips will help you battle some of the most common natural tree troubles.

If there’s one word you want to be able to use to describe your home—especially in the winter—it’s "cozy." To cultivate a comfortable and cozy environment, a good way to start is by warming up the paint color on your walls. Warm, saturated colors can make even large, bright spaces feel snug and homey. Looking to transform your home into a comfy, soothing oasis? Just choose one of these 14 paint colors that can make any room feel instantly cozy.

Learn how to do damage control on yellowing paintwork throughout the house.

Keep these interior designer tips in mind when buying and installing curtains for any room in your home.

Fix woodpecker damage to trees, siding, and shingles—and keep it from happening again—with these proven repair and prevention techniques.

Your heat is cranked up, but one of your radiators is still ice-cold. Don’t fret—this is a common problem. Good thing there's a quick fix!

After you finish frying and feasting, be sure to properly and safely dispose of the cooking oil. Whether you use lard, shortening, or liquid oil, we’ve got the 411.

Has your leather couch, purse, or car seat been tarnished by an unsightly ink stain? Reverse the damage with one of these four easy DIY solutions.

You needn’t be a mother-in-law—or have one—to reap the benefits of these gorgeous self-contained suites.

Clean away the gray cast of dust, dirt, grease, and more from your wallpaper in three steps—or less.

Tackle this task and you’ll be a giant step closer to the at-home oasis (or extra square footage!) you’ve always wanted.

Always keep a roll or two of electrical tape handy to tackle a variety of fixes in your workshop.

With the best paint for plastic, you can update old, faded objects to give them new life. 

Maximize kitchen space and create a seamless look with a convenient wall oven.

Everything has a shelf-life, including seeds. Some last longer than others, though, so here’s what to look for and determine if your flower and vegetable seeds may still be viable.

Put an end to shrinkage and fading, and pamper your shirts, pants, and undergarments with one of the top dryers you can buy.