12 Outdoor Upgrades To Avoid If You Want To Boost Your Home's Value
While there are plenty of ways to boost your home's value before putting it on the market, there are certain outdoor upgrades you should skip.
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Epsom Salt Vs Vinegar: This DIY Laundry Additive Made Our Clothes Soft, Bright, And Odor-Free
We compared two hacks for softer, odor-free laundry. We added Epsom salt to one load and vinegar to another with clear results on which came out better.
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Give Your Home A Fresh Holiday Scent Using An Item Already Sitting In Your Yard
If you have guests coming over for the holidays, you'll want your home to smell nice. Take things to the next level with this DIY scented project.
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Gas Fireplace Won't Turn On? It Could Be Your Pilot Light, And Here's How To Fix It
When a gas fireplace fails to ignite, your home can feel like a coldly disappointing place instead of a welcoming space. Here are some expert tips on fixing it.
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Why You Should Do Your Major Garden Shopping In Winter
Most people don't think to head over to their local garden center to stock up during the winter season, but here's why you should do precisely that.
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What Is The Best Parsley Variety In A Kitchen Garden?
If you want to add some flavor to your indoor kitchen garden, you'll need the right kind of plants. Here's what our in-house Master Gardener recommends.
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10 Outdated Holiday Decor Designs To Skip In 2025
From faded millennium beige accents to tinsel that belongs in a time capsule, designers say these tired holiday décor choices are the ones to skip in 2025.
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Can You Use Coffee Grounds As Fertilizer For Indoor Cacti Plants?
Coffee grounds can be used as a fertilizer for plants, but before you add your morning caffeine fix to the soil of your cacti, there are some things to know.
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Does The 'Home Hardening' Trend Really Protect Your House? How To Tell If It's Worth The Cost
The concept of "home hardening" has become a popular trend, and you might be wondering if it's worth the money. After all, some upgrades can cost thousands.
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The Best Wash Cycle For Fresh & Long-Lasting Clothes, According To An Expert
If your clothes are smelly and looking worse for wear, the problem could be with the wash cycle you're using. Our expert shares some tips to combat this.
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How Much Can You Expect To Spend Converting A Garage Into An Apartment?
Garages used for storage could be better served as additional living space. Convert a garage into an apartment for other family members or as a side income.
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13 Home Trends To Avoid Falling For In 2026
In 2026, some trends are better off left in the past, such as all-gray interiors or going overboard with this one stone material. Our experts reveal even more.
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This Candy-Themed IKEA Pillow Gave Us A Sweet Holiday DIY Idea
We tried our own DIY dupe of the candy-shaped IKEA VINTERFINT pillow. Here's what we did and if it passed muster for our winter holiday decor.
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13 Winter Vegetables To Grow In Your Temperate Edible Garden
Some vegetables thrive in winter, giving you produce throughout the season — you just need to know the correct varieties to grow, as well as these expert tips.
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Are DIY Glass Brick Showers Reliably Strong?
Durability is key with DIY glass brick showers. They're heavy blocks in a water-prone area. Our construction expert reveals if these kits stand the test of time.
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November Tasks For Cold Climate Gardens, From Our Professional Gardener
While you may assume your gardening days are done once fall rolls around, there are plenty of cleaning, organizing, and preparation tasks you could be doing.
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We Tried A Time-Saving Bathroom Cleaning Trick That Might Seem Bizarre
Some say raiding the kitchen for this everyday item could be the solution to grungy metal bathroom fixtures, but does it really work? Here's what we found.
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The Best Method For Staining Antique Furniture
Antique furniture can be delicate, so handle it carefully, especially if it's a family heirloom. For staining, prep work is essential for a high-end result.
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Does Sherwin Williams Color Of The Year Mean That Beige Everything Is Back?
Cool-toned gray isn't cool anymore; warm neutrals are taking over. House Digest's interiors expert weighs in on whether we should be painting everything beige.
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We Ask Landscape Designers Their Least Favorite Backyard DIY Projects
Johanna Antonsson, landscape designer at The Moose Garden, and Justin Fox, CEO of Foxterra Design, tell us which DIY projects they hate to see in home gardens.
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The Cheapest Way To Cover Up A Popcorn Ceiling (And Still Make It Look Amazing)
We spoke with professional drywall finisher Lydia Crowder on the cheapest way to cover a popcorn ceiling. It all depends if your popcorn is painted or not.
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How To Spot And Get Rid Of Jumping Spiders In Your Home
Jumping spiders have distinct eyes and fur markings that will help you spot them. Getting rid of them entails a few essential home maintenance steps.
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The 3 Most Wanted Basement Features That Boost Your Home's Value
Finishing a basement before you list your home could increase the value of your home and make it more appealing to buyers, but there are key areas to focus on.
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Is Finding A Starter Home A Lost Cause For New Homebuyers? Tips That Can Help
Many renters are starting to feel like home ownership is an impossibility, but real estate expert Joy Aumann told House Digest how to find a starter home.
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23 Fall-Planted Bulbs For Romantic Pink Blooms In Spring, Selected By Our Professional Gardener
If you'd love to embrace the popular pink garden trend, here is a selection of gorgeous pink flower bulbs that you can plant in the fall for a magical spring.
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Create A Low-Maintenance Flower Garden With 15 Perennials You'll Love
If you're looking for some easy-care perennials that will fill your garden with glorious color, take a look at these suggestions from our expert.
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Despite What Some Say, Here's How The Big Light Continues To Stay Prevalent In Our Homes
The "big light" is here to stay, but its role is evolving. Learn exclusive expert insights into how central lighting is fitting into today's design schemes.
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