How To Elevate Blue Kitchen Cabinets With Colors That Accentuate Their Beauty
As bold and beautiful as they are, blue cabinets can still look flat without the right accent colors. Try these hues for maximum visual impact.
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It's Not Your Imagination - Doors Get Extra Sticky In Winter. Here's How To Fix It
Winter has a knack for turning doors into clingy troublemakers. This guide reveals why this happens — and the easy tweaks that will make them glide smoothly.
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How To Make A Cozy Kitchen Feel As Relaxing As Your Living Room
If you want your kitchen to have more of a welcoming and cozy vibe, just like your living room, here are a few tips to create that lovely ambiance.
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The Outdated Kitchen Appliance That Is Skyrocketing Your Energy Bill
Old appliances are inefficient and contribute to high utility bills. Replace this indispensable kitchen appliance, which runs all the time, every 15 years.
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The Simple Snow Shoveling Method That'll Protect Your Deck From Damage
Snow can bring a headache just as easily as it brings peace and quiet. If you have a wooden deck, the headaches can from a few directions, including shoveling.
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Keep Bird Of Paradise Happy & Healthy For Spring With These Overwintering Tips
Bird of paradise is one of the most beautiful blooms in any garden, but they're not built for cold weather. Here's how to handle them during the winter.
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The Unexpected Reason Your Clothes Are Still Soaked After A Laundry Cycle
Soaked clothes at the end of the cycle don't always indicate a problem with the machine. The issue could be due to how you're loading the washing machine.
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Garden Shears Vs Pruners: What's The Difference And Which Is Right For Your Pruning Project
If you're new to gardening and are just deciding which tools you need, you might want to understand the difference between garden shears and pruners.
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The Decor Find Even Designers Always Buy From Thrift Stores
This thrift store item comes in a wide array of attractive shapes and sizes and serves a variety of purposes. Here's how to find the highest-quality pieces.
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The Affordable Product You Can Use To Keep High-Temp Loving Houseplants Happy
Houseplants can provide you with some much-needed greenery during the white and gray of winter, but to keep them warm and healthy, buy this accessory.
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How To Choose A More Energy Efficient Refrigerator For Your Kitchen
If you're on the market for a new refrigerator, here's what options you need to look for in order to ensure you're not buying a total energy hog.
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The Impatient Mistake That's Causing Concrete Crack Filler Not To Work
Concrete filler is the easy DIY solution to repairing cracks in the surface. However, slacking on this critical step can cause the cracks to reappear.
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The Easy Trick That Can Help Defrost Frozen Laundry Pipes During Winter
Pipes freezing is a nightmare that every homeowner has to confront when chilly weather arrives, but there are some tricks to keep your laundry pipes warm.
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The Morning Leftover That Will Help Heather Plants Bloom
Hardy, pretty, and versatile, heather plants make a fine addition to any garden — and they'll bloom all the brighter thanks to a surprising DIY fertilizer.
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How To Clean A Sticky Stove Top With A Homemade Mixture That's Low-Effort
This homemade mixture is an effective stovetop cleaner because it has disinfectant properties and it's a solvent that breaks down sticky stains.
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The Common Gardening Practice That Can Actually Damage Your Property
If you're noticing reddish brown stains on your home, driveway, and fence, you're liking making this mistake with your outdoor garden practice.
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How To Winterize Your Deck Based On The Type Of Material You Have
Snow, ice, frigid temps, and freeze-thaw cycles, can damage your patio, from mold to cracks. Here's how to winterize a wood, composite, paver, or concrete deck.
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The 50% Rule That'll Help You Determine If It's Time To Replace Your Kitchen Appliances
When an appliance breaks, do you shell out for a costly repair, or spend even more on a replacement? Here's a good rule of thumb to help you decide.
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The Kitchen Essential You Can Find At Any Thrift Store (And Why You Want One In Your Home)
If visiting thrift stores is one of your favorite pastimes, there's one kitchen item you should keep an eye out for, if you want to snap up a useful bargain.
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Stay Warm This Winter For No Extra Cost With The Help Of A Kitchen Essential
Winter is almost synonymous with high energy bills. But this unexpected kitchen appliance could actually help you save on energy this cold season.
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The Decluttering Mistake That's Making Your Home Prone To Mold During The Winter
Decluttering frees up space in your home, but where you store items matters. Find out which storage area could grow mold due to airflow and insulation issues.
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The Popular Landscaping Hedge You Don't Want Growing Next To Your Home
Though tall and beautiful and providing privacy, this landscaping hedge could wreak havoc on your home and the surrounding ecosystem. You’re best to avoid it.
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Stop Caring About Home Value And Break This Once Very Popular Kitchen Trend
Many homeowners resist changes that may lower their home's value, but after reigning in kitchen design for decades, this stark trend is finally on its way out.
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The Once-Popular Bathroom Feature That Now Lowers Home Value
Many homeowners dream of a luxurious bathroom, but if your restroom is home to this high-end plumbing fixture, it might be harder to sell your house.
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The Affordable Tool That Can Fill Cracks In Your Concrete Driveway
The freeze and thaw cycle has cracked your concrete driveway. Instead of paying thousands for professional repair, do it yourself with a hardware store product.
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The Gentle, Weather-Resistant Zip Tie Alternative To Use On Your Climbing Plants
Hard plastic zip ties cut into plant stems, damaging them and increasing the risk of disease. Switch to soft alternatives to better the health of your climbers.
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The Living Room Essential That You Should Always Buy Vintage, According To Designers
Struggling to find unique living room pieces? Designers recommend one essential item that adds style and character while showcasing history and craftsmanship.
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