Protect Your Home During Tropical Storms By Doing One Essential Maintenance Task
If you live in an area prone to hurricanes, the safety of your home likely ranks second only to personal safety. Avoid high-wind-related damage with this tip.
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9 Things You Should Be Cleaning With Salt And Lemon Mixture
When combined, lemon and salt make a surprisingly powerful cleaning duo, perfect for scrubbing away stains and deodorizing smelly appliances.
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10 Autumnal Vintage Items To Be On The Lookout For When Thrifting
Fall may just be the best time of year for thrifting. If you're on the lookout for unique, autumnal, and affordable vintage items, we have a few suggestions.
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The Best Varieties Of Onion To Grow In Containers
Growing onions is certainly a rewarding gardening feat, but if you have limited space for containers only, be sure to choose the right variety.
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How To Tell What Material Your Bathtub Is Made From (And Why It Matters)
Bathtubs can be made from many materials, but these days, the most common are acrylic, fiberglass, or enameled steel. Find out what yours is and why it matters.
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Why Boiling These Garden Herbs Can Transform Your Home
If you want to fill your home with a lovely refreshing fragrance the natural way, boiling popular herbs in a simmer pot is a great solution.
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The Absolute Best Way To Season Your Cast Iron Skillet
Although modern cast iron skillets come pre-seasoned, the coating will start to wear off with use. Here's how to season your pan to keep its non-stick surface.
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Lowe's Or Best Buy: Which Is The Better Buy For Home Appliances?
Choosing the better buy between Lowe's and Best Buy goes beyond the price tag. Here's what to consider when shopping home appliances at these national chains.
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The Vintage '60s Stove That Would Save So Much Kitchen Space (If It Comes Back)
Behold: a vintage appliance that solves modern kitchen challenges. This 1960s stove saves space, is multifunctional, and packs in ample storage.
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Are Old-School Appliances Really Worth Keeping, Or Should You Be Modernizing?
Old-school appliances last longer, but they might be costing you more. Weigh the trade-offs between nostalgia, performance, and efficiency before deciding.
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The Bathroom Layout Mistake That Can Make A Surprisingly Big Impact
This bathroom feature is often overlooked, but greatly affects the flow, comfort, and functionality of the room. Luckily, if out of place, it's not hard to fix.
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The Simple Maintenance Task That Can Help You Save Money (& Stay Warm) Over Winter
Little maintenance tasks, like sealing gaps and insulating, can keep your home warmer. Add one more maintenance task this year to save money on heating.
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Limescale Vs Corrosion: How To Tell Which Problem You're Dealing With
If water isn't coming out of your faucet properly, you may have a problem of limescale buildup or corrosion in your pipes. Here's what the difference is.
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The Hardy Vegetable You Should Plant This Fall
As fall arrives, gardeners have many opportunities to plant delicious crops. Here is one cold-hardy vegetable to consider planting ahead of the first frost.
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The Best Way To Harvest Seeds From Your Sunflower Plant
Whether you're harvesting sunflower seeds for a tasty snack or saving them to plant next year, you'll need to do it properly to ensure success.
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Stuck Between A Gas And Charcoal Grill? Now You Don't Have To Choose
There's often a big debate between whether the smoky char of charcoal grills or the speedy, consistent heat of gas is better. A new option lets you have both.
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10 Things Around Your Home You Can Use To Make Tiny DIY Terrariums
What's cuter than a tiny plant in a tiny terrarium? Nothing! Here are a few items you might have around the house to create your own mini garden.
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25 Garden Shrubs That Flower And Bloom In The Fall
Are you sad at the sight of fading blooms at the end of summer? Plant any of these flowering shrubs, and you'll keep your yard colorful well into fall.
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The Simple Trick That Helps You Avoid Starting A Fire With Old Batteries
Old, dead batteries still have enough juice to short circuit and start a fire. This proper storage tip prevents them from becoming a safety hazard.
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The Surefire Way To Tell When It's Time To Upgrade Your Trim
If you're going for a more minimalistic styling in your home, you might want to take a look at the outdated trim, which could easily clash with your intention.
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Say Goodbye To Hard Water Stains In Your Toilet With One Simple Preventative Fix
If you're struggling with hard water stains in your toilet and you've tried everything to get it clean, there's one simple preventive measure you should try.
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The Best Gravel For A Gorgeous Outdoor Patio (That's Durable And Will Last For Years)
The best landscaping gravel is long-lasting, durable, and visually pleasing. These two options are just that and make great concrete alternatives.
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The Vegetable You Should Be Planting In September For Healthy Soil Next Spring
These plants are fall superheroes — not only are they edible, but they improve the soil over the fall and winter by fixing nitrogen from the air.
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The Simple Storage Solution To Instantly Organize Your Garage (And Save Space)
Create loads of extra storage space for overflowing gear and get your garage organized in no time with this easy-to-install shelving system.
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Avoid Mowing Your Lawn This Fall If You Want Birds In Your Yard
You may plan to mow your lawn at the end of the season, along with raking and cleaning up debris, but here's why this will mean fewer birds visiting your yard.
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Forget Traditional Stoves — Meet The Surprising New Battery-Powered Alternative
Ready to upgrade from traditional gas and electric ranges? This battery-powered oven combines induction efficiency and keeps you cooking during power outages.
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Wait—should You Be Painting Your Fruit Trees?
Limewashing or whitewashing fruit trees is a centuries-old practice. Discover if paint is the missing ingredient you need to help your fruit trees thrive.
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