The Once-Popular Countertop Trend That Will Instantly Date Your Kitchen In 2026
Countertops make or break a kitchen remodel, and more than just material matters. Not getting the small details right will make your space look old-fashioned.
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Stories By Colin Fritz
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Maximize Storage Space In A Crowded Entryway Thanks To IKEA's Versatile Product
Solve the challenges of a small entryway with this affordable, stylish IKEA storage piece to manage your daily gear without demanding too much space.
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Why Fall Is The Ideal Time To Start Decluttering Your Pantry
As the weather starts to cool in the fall, your thoughts might turn to baking for the holidays, which is why this is the perfect time to declutter your pantry.
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DIY A Rustic Fall Planter With Items From Dollar Tree
Head to Dollar Tree this fall for a pair of rustic decor items you can quickly combine into a charming planter to enhance the seasonal theme in your home.
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The Dark Cabinet Paint Color You'll Be Seeing In 2026
Bold yet chic, this dark cabinet paint color will enjoy a resurgence in 2026 as a surprisingly versatile design choice for traditional and modern spaces.
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How To Transform A Thrifted Antique Desk Into A Stunning DIY Statement Piece
If you come across an old antique desk while you're out thrifting, consider giving it a new lease of life as a stunning statement piece for your home.
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Store And Display Your Favorite Vinyl Records With One Stylish And Affordable DIY
This easy DIY solves your storage needs for those vinyl records and puts them on display. All you need to make it is some wood, screws, and tools.
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The Simple Dollar Tree Solution For Storing And Organizing Coffee Mugs In Cabinets
If you enjoy coffee in the morning, digging through a cluttered cabinet of mugs is a terrible way to start the day. Organize them with this affordable product.
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Keep Craft Room Clutter Neat And Tidy With An Affordable Dollar Tree DIY
Got a messy craft room? You can DIY an organizer that has enough shelves and slots to fit all your paint tubes, pencils, box cutters, and embellishments.
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The More Stylish Way To Store Your Coffee Pods Instead Of Mass-Produced Organizers
Forget those generic coffee pod organizers that look straight out of an office break room — here's how to make yours stylish and part of the decor.
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Keep Your Bathroom Clutter-Free And Tidy With A Smart Overstock Storage Solution
Extra tissues, spare towels... a lot of times, bathroom overstock items take up more space than the ones in current use. This storage solution solves that.
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The Kitchen Island Design That's More Efficient For Entertaining Guests
The kitchen is a natural gathering area in every home, and with this design for the island, you can make it even more inviting and functional for company.
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Give Your Dated Kitchen Island A Stunning Glow-Up With One Budget-Friendly DIY
Kitchen islands change the entire feel of a space. If yours is an eyesore, consider this simple framing upgrade to give your kitchen a fresh, new look.
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IKEA Is Kicking Off The Holiday Season With An Exciting Collaboration Line
If you're starting to think about the holiday season and want to update your tableware, take a look at the new collection that IKEA is releasing.
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Add Extra Countertop Storage To Your Kitchen With An Easy Dollar Tree Wood DIY
If you need to organize your countertop to reduce the clutter, here's a clever DIY you can make in a snap with just a few inexpensive supplies from Dollar Tree.
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Declutter Countertops And Elevate Your Kitchen Decor With A DIY Solution
Are your kitchen countertops always a complete disaster? Pull out your DIY tools and purchase some lumber to clear the clutter and get your life back on track.
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Millions From Garden Hose Brand Recalled. Is Yours One Of Them?
If you have an expandable garden hose at home, you might want to check the brand and the manufactured date to make sure it's not part of a major recall.
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Keep Pantry Clutter Tidy With An Affordable Dollar Tree Kitchen Essential
Dollar Tree is a treasure trove of affordable organizational tools, but this simple plastic container is one of the best for organizing small pantry items.
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Declutter Your Kitchen Appliances With This Brilliant IKEA DIY
Small appliances can take up a ton of counter space in the kitchen, but this IKEA DIY will allow you to keep them neatly tucked away when not in use.
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Will The Recent Social Security Cost-Of-Living Adjustment Affect Your Home Mortgage Payment?
Many retirees are worried whether the predicted Social Security Cost-Of-Living adjustment will affect their home loan repayments. Here's the real truth.
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10 Starter Tool Kit Essentials From Harbor Freight
Some of these Harbor Freight essentials are highly-rated tools for DIY installations, while others are compact and ideal for anyone who’s low on space.
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Declutter And Organize Your Garage With An Inexpensive Dollar Tree Must-Have
It's a fact that the garage is one of the most cluttered spots in most homes. Thankfully, this inexpensive item from Dollar Tree can help you organize.
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Turn Affordable Fall Wreaths Into Gorgeous Kitchen Cabinet Decor
Adding a bit of fall decor to your home doesn't have to be difficult or expensive when you can find easy DIY solutions that don't take a lot of time.
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The Affordable IKEA Find That Makes Perfect Under-The-Bed Storage
If your closet can't handle all of your clothing, it's time to look elsewhere for storage. Use this handy IKEA bargain to utilize the space beneath your bed.
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Declutter Your Shelves (And Keep Them Organized) With Just One Hack
If your open shelves are making you feel stressed, they're probably filled with far too many items that are creating that cluttered look you want to avoid.
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How To Organize Your Home For The Smoothest Back-To-School Transition
With back-to-school looming, your stress might start to rise with the necessary routine change. You can make this less stressful with some clever organization.
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Ditch Blinds And Curtains To Give Your Sliding Glass Doors A Sleek New Look
Sliding glass doors are a great way to open up a space and allow in more natural light, but many window treatments can reduce or eliminate these benefits.
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