Telltale Signs It's Time To Drain Your Water Heater
Water heaters often show subtle warning signs before bigger problems appear, making routine maintenance an important step for long-term performance.
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Stories By Ana Markosi
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How To Give Orange-Toned Wood A Modern Look Without Refinishing
Refinishing orange-toned furniture can be a messy and time-consuming task for DIYers, but you can easily change the color of orange wood without stripping it.
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The Best Time To Dormant Seed A Lawn (& How To Do It Correctly)
Dormant seeding is a technique that takes advantage of winter temperatures to plant grass so that by spring you're growing a healthy, lush lawn.
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Spot Cracks On Your Kitchen Cabinet Door? Here's How To Easily Fix It
If you spot a crack in one of your kitchen cabinet doors, there's no need to panic because this can be easily fixed without replacing the entire door.
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Always Keep Your Wood Ashes — Here Are The 15 Plants That Love Them
Wood ashes don't have to be disposed of. They can actually be useful in your garden, but only if you know how to use them properly and which plants need them.
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How To Clean Your Oven With Dish Soap And Eliminate Stubborn Grease
Ovens can get disgustingly dirty sometimes, but that doesn't mean you need harsh chemicals to clean them. A bit of dish soap can do the trick.
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8 Types Of Christmas Lights And Which Is Best For Your Decor
Not all seasonal lights create the same mood, and subtle choices can shift your holiday look from playful to elegant without major decorating.
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Common Mistakes To Avoid When Starting A Fire In Your Wood-Burning Stove
Few devices beat a wood-burning stove for coziness. However, you need to make sure you're starting the fire correctly to avoid health problems or house damage.
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Cherry Bush Vs Cherry Tree: Only One Is Better Suited To Grow In Colder Climates
Cherries in bloom are a sight to behold, but not all varieties can handle colder climates. For frosty backyards, this one is your best bet for a pop of red.
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How To Identify Mouse Damage In Your Home
A modern house is pretty sturdy, but that doesn't mean it won't attract pests. These are some signs to look for to determine if you have a mouse infestation.
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The Best Sticker Removal Method For Every Type Of Material
How you remove stickers from the different surfaces in your home varies widely because each material requires cleaning products and tools that won't damage it.
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The Little-Known Way To Use Cooking Oil Outside Of The Kitchen
Cooking oil is one of the most flexible ingredients in your culinary repertoire, but it can do even more outside of your kitchen — namely, in your garden.
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The Chemical-Free Way To Unclog Your Bathroom Sink Using An Item You Have Already
It's inevitable that your bathroom sink will get clogged at some stage, but don't reach for the chemical drain cleaner because there's a much better solution.
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A DIY Christmas Lamp Post Is The Old-School Decoration You Need For Your Entryway
You've hung the porch lights and set out a wreath, but your home's entryway deserves a little more. This fun and easy DIY lamp post will give it a festive glow.
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The Glossy, Ground-Covering Plant That Stays Colorful All Winter
Most plants go into hibernation for winter, but if you still want to see some greenery in the colder months, cultivate some of this vibrant plant.
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Grow More Gorgeous Poinsettias From One Plant With A Simple Propagation Technique
Poinsettias are an iconic symbol of the winter holiday season, but you can actually enjoy them much longer by using this simple growing technique.
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The Perennial To Plant In Fall For Stunning Blooms In Late Winter
Growing a few of the rare plants that flower in winter can really brighten a cold-season garden. Try these hardy tubers for a splash of yellow under trees.
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10 Things To Avoid Burning In Your Fireplace At All Costs
Tossing any old thing into the flames? This list has the items you should never burn unless you want smoke, stink, or a visit from the chimney sweep.
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The Cool-Season Flower That Pairs Beautifully With Evergreen Shrubs
Brighten up your flower beds this year by planting a flower that blooms in cooler months, offering color next to your vibrant evergreen shrubs.
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8 Materials To Use On Your Driveway That Go Beyond Concrete
Concrete is a popular material for driveways. However, there are other options worth installing that also deliver on style, durability, and price.
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How To Protect Your Roses From Wind Rock During Winter For A Stronger Plant In Spring
Windy winters can weaken rose roots, but the right fall prep helps keep plants steady. A few simple steps now can set the stage for a stronger spring garden.
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The Beautiful Tree You Can Propagate From Cuttings In The Winter
Want to stay busy in the garden this winter? Keep that green thumb active and grow new trees for free by trying your hand at indoor propagation from cuttings.
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Growing This Fall-Colored Flower Tells Ticks To Keep Out Of Your Yard
If you have a problem with ticks in your yard, there's one popular and stunning fall-colored flower that you should be growing to keep these pests away.
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8 Types Of Concrete Driveways (& Which One Is Best For Your Home)
Choosing a concrete driveway? Discover 8 popular types including tradition, modern and colored finishes. Find which style and budget fits your home best.
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10 Plants You Can Overwinter In Water To Plant For The Hummingbirds In Spring
If you have a collection of flowering plants that you aren't ready to give up once frost hits, grab some cuttings and propagate them for next spring.
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How To Grow Basil Indoors So You Can Enjoy It All Year Long
Is it us, or does homegrown basil just taste better? With the right soil, sunlight, and water, you can always have this popular herb at the ready.
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How To Grow A Blue Elderberry Tree From Seed So It Produces Juicy Fruit For Years
Growing a blue elderberry from seed takes patience, but this rewarding process brings lasting beauty, biodiversity, and a steady source of healthy fruit.
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