The Simple Hack That Turns Rusty Nails Into A Rich, Beautiful Wood Stain
Why spend money on wood stain when you can make it yourself with just two ingredients and put old, rusty nails to use as well. Here's how to do it.
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Glass Shower Cleaning Hacks That Are Total Waste Of Time
From abrasive scrubbers to popular glass cleaners, these so-called hacks promise to make your shower sparkle — but they mostly just waste your time.
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How To Safely Remove Snow From Your Flat Roof
Snow can easily accumulate on a flat roof, leaving the house susceptible to water and structural damage. However, clearing the snow is simple.
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Declutter Your Closet & Free Up Space With A Genius Storage Hack For Baseball Hats
Instead of wasting space in your closet, use your baseball hats as room decor. This clever storage idea uses two simple items and doubles as decoration.
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The Biggest Kitchen Design Regrets Of 2025, According To Reddit Users
From countertops to floors to cabinets, Reddit users are spilling all the tea on the kitchen design choices they wish they’d skipped in 2025.
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Your Harvested Garden Apples Can Last All Winter If You Prepare Them Right
It might seem like a tall order, but if you pick the best fruit and the right storage spot, getting harvested apples to last all winter is almost effortless.
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The Simple Organizer That Keeps Toilet Paper Stored In Your Closet
Toilet paper storage is probably not something you think about, but here's a clever idea that will help keep your rolls neat, tidy, and within easy reach.
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8 Types Of Stains On Your Leather Furniture & The Best Way To Clean Them
Leather furniture costs a pretty penny, but if you spot and remove stains promptly, it can stay beautiful for many years. Here's how to treat 8 common stains.
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12 Insane Houses Owned By Football Royalty You Have To See To Believe
Players of football royalty often have the means to go all out on their homes. Here are 12 insane houses owned by some that you have to see to believe.
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The Super Affordable Dollar Tree Item That Gives Any Window Or Mirror A Festive Touch
You may think these Dollar Tree Christmas essentials are best left on the wrapping table, but they’re the perfect shape for a festive window and mirror DIY.
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Turn Toilet Paper Rolls Into The Cutest Holiday Bunting With This Super Easy, No-Mess DIY
If you're into making your own holiday decor, you'll want to check out this DIY project that involves upcycling toilet paper rolls into bunting.
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15 Hardy Evergreen Plants For Outdoor Holiday Decor That Will Last
If you love adding fresh foliage to your outdoor holiday decor, here are just a few hardy plants that you can cut and use to add to your decorations.
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15 Old School Tools That Went Obsolete
Many tools, from ones for carpentry to household chores, have fallen out of favor to more modern alternatives. Or, they're simply not needed anymore.
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Use Dollar Tree Pool Noodles To Add A Splash Of Christmas Magic To Your Staircase
With the help of an iconic Christmas decor item, which can be real or artificial, pool noodles can be a surprising tool to make your staircase festive.
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Turn Plain Cardboard Boxes Into Christmas Decor Treasure With This Fun DIY
This impressive DIY uses the cardboard boxes that your Christmas presents were probably delivered in to create a large, gorgeous holiday display.
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Turn $5 Of Dollar Tree Items Into Stunning Christmas Decor With An Easy DIY
Grab a few Dollar Tree crafting cutouts to make this clever kitchen countertop decor for Christmas, a stunning addition that noone will guess only cost $5.
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16 Things To Stay Away From Buying For A More Sustainable Home
The secret to sustainable living starts with a few simple changes in your buying habits. Avoid these problematic products for a cleaner, greener home.
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The Best Tips For Decluttering Your Garage And Things To Avoid
A cluttered garage can put a serious damper on your hobbies and overall lifestyle. Fortunately, it's not hard to deal with all the stuff you've stored there.
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How To Fix A Cracked Shower Floor Without Needing A Professional
Using a few hardware store products, you can fill in and cover cracks in a shower floor, leaving no evidence it was there and saving money on costly repairs.
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A Mechanic's Easy Hack For Removing A Stripped Bolt
A stripped bolt can be removed several ways, and what works best will vary, but this TikTok hack is a simple thing to try that may work in a pinch.
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Shower Floor Cracks Are Almost Always A Sign Of A Bigger Problem. Here's Why
When trying to determine what caused your shower floor to crack, you might have to look to other areas of your home. It's also vial to fix the issue right away.
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The Sneaky Part Of Homeownership That's Making Affordability Unattainable
Owning a home is less affordable than ever, and a 2025 study from Zillow shows just how much the hidden expenses cost the average homeowner.
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Types Of Brooms You Might Have In Your Home (& The Best Way To Clean Them)
From kitchen sweepers to outdoor grass-clipping chasers, your brooms do the dirty work — here’s how to clean them so they don’t, well, sweep themselves out.
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The Laundry Room Staple That Can Come In Handy For Removing Stickers From Glass
Getting gunky stickers or their stubborn residue off glass can be a nightmare, but something you already have in your home can save you a lot of trouble.
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Need To Cut A Bolt That's Too Long? This Drill Hack Makes It Easy
When you have to cut a bolt to size, there's no need to waste any time or energy. Grab your drill and a hacksaw, and let your tools do the work with this hack.
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The Unexpected Way To Prevent Your Bird Bath From Freezing In Winter (It's So Affordable)
If you attract birds to your backyard, one of your priorities should be finding ways to stop the birdbath water from freezing in winter. Here's a clever hack.
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The Vintage Cleaning Hack That Will Have Your Fridge Shining Like New
If you notice an unpleasant odor every time you open the fridge door, you might want to try this old-fashioned cleaning hack to freshen it up again.
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