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  • A lush forest landscape with a tree that has a pink marking

    What Does A Pink Ribbon On A Tree Mean?

    Ribbons, flags, or paint markings in various colors are how land management companies mark areas for specific reasons, such as utility or property lines.

    By Heather Ayer 20 min ago Read More
  • The outdoor unit of an AC next to a brick wall

    How To Shade Your Outside AC Unit Without Affecting Performance

    Whether you're shading your outdoor air conditioning unit for aesthetic or cost saving reasons, here's how to go about it without harming its functionality.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 hours ago Read More
  • A hand brushing wood stain onto a fence

    Not Tea Or Coffee: The Colorful Kitchen Scrap You Could Be Using As A Natural Wood Stain

    Every good home chef keeps a bowl of these on their countertop -- and any woodworker should be thrilled to repurpose the rinds into a charming pinkish stain.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 6 hours ago Read More
  • A person opening a the door to a smoking oven

    11 Reasons You May Smell Burning At Home Or In The Garden

    A burning smell will always be alarming, but there could be many different reasons for it. Whether coming from your vacuum or dryer, here are common culprits.

    By Daniel Warden 8 hours ago Read More
  • a pile of concrete blocks

    Simple Concrete Blocks Are The Solution You Need For Sinking Outdoor Furniture

    Sinking outdoor furniture can quickly damage your lawn. Here's how you can install concrete blocks to create a stable, level surface for your patio setup.

    By Becca Cullum-Green 8 hours ago Read More
  • A woman painting a mural with purple masking tape

    Purple Vs Blue Painter's Tape: What's The Difference?

    The color of painter's tape can tell you more than you might expect. Here's what to know before choosing between two popular options.

    By Masie O'Toole 10 hours ago Read More
  • a man mowing his lawn near his house

    Forget The Garage: The Outdoor Storage Solution From Amazon That Protects Your Lawn Mower

    Why take up room in your garage or spend the money on a shed when you could get an outdoor storage solution for your mower that's less than $250?

    By Nancy Schaffer 18 hours ago Read More
  • A person wearing gloves picking up a brick from a stack

    Manufacturers Are Practically Giving Away Brick Pavers: Here's The Secret

    The secret is in the surplus: Here's how to score affordable brick pavers from local suppliers and save on patios, garden paths, and other outdoor projects.

    By Masie O'Toole 20 hours ago Read More
  • An attractive garden with a plunge pool

    Man Transforms Bottles And Concrete Into A Cheaper Plunge Pool: 'Breeding Ground For Mold'

    This DIY plunge pool is an amazing way to reuse leftover glass bottles and bricks. Here's how to make it look stunning while avoiding mosquito and mold issues.

    By Bob Beacham 21 hours ago Read More
  • Closeup of granite countertop on kitchen sink

    Can You Bring Your Countertop With You When Moving To A New Home?

    You're moving to a new place — but your dream countertops are at the old! Whether or not you can take them to your new place depends on a lot of factors.

    By Heather Ayer 23 hours ago Read More
  • silverfish on book

    How To Repel Silverfish With A Fresh-Smelling Essential Oil They Can't Stand

    Silverfish are hard to catch in broad daylight, but spray this clean essential oil to disrupt their senses, and they flee the room -- or keel over altogether.

    By Becca Cullum-Green 23 hours ago Read More
  • A family sits on top of their kitchen countertop.

    The Surprisingly Durable Material That's Replacing Traditional Countertops

    If you are in the market for a replacement for your kitchen countertops, you might consider this material, which is considerably more durable than others.

    By Sarah Grossbart 1 day ago Read More
  • Hand rolling wood stain on boards

    The Popular Type Of Wood That's Considered The Hardest To Stain

    A popular hardwood used for furniture and home projects can be surprisingly difficult to stain evenly, thanks to its dense grain and tendency to turn blotchy.

    By Heather Ayer 1 day ago Read More
  • The interior of a large garage

    12 Garage Safety Tips To Keep Accidents From Occurring In Your Home

    As a catch-all space for many things, garages can be a problem area. From storage tips to installed safety measures, here's how to keep your garage safe.

    By Daniel Warden 1 day ago Read More
  • Man in white T-shirt shopping for tools in a hardware store

    5 Harbor Freight Tools You Can Only Buy In-Store

    From a drill to a jet fan blower, these Harbor Freight tools come highly-rated at an affordable price — but you’ll have to make a trip in-store to get them.

    By Megan Newton 2 days ago Read More
  • Young couple shopping for a new bathtub in a store

    Acrylic Vs Porcelain: What Are The Major Differences For A Bathtub?

    Acrylic? Porcelain? Which bathtub is best? The answer greatly depends on your time, budget, skills, and the look you want. Here's the best way to decide.

    By Katie Barton 2 days ago Read More
  • Water running from a hose and filling a pool with blue tiles

    How Often Do You Need To Add Water To Your Pool?

    Here's what the normal frequency of adding water to your pool should be, how to recognize there's a leak, and how to make the water in your pool last longer.

    By Sophie Pell 2 days ago Read More
  • Retaining wall made out of concrete blocks

    The Retaining Wall Maintenance Step You Shouldn't Skip To Prevent Failure

    A retaining wall serves many purposes. But without doing this important step, the soil around it can become oversaturated, affecting the stability of your wall.

    By Tyler Palicia 2 days ago Read More
  • Man's hand holding pressure washer to wash composite decking

    Can You Pressure-Wash Trex Decking?

    Before you pull out that pressure washer, there are a few things to consider, such as the type and age of Trex decking and the amount of pressure you'll need.

    By Katie Barton 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman cutting material with a pair of scissors

    The Common Scissor-Sharpening Hack That Simply Doesn't Work

    Unfortunately, you can't hone the edges of dull scissor blades with these items that you likely already have at home. Here's what to use to get the job done.

    By Bob Beacham 2 days ago Read More
  • A gravel driveway of a house with mountains in the background

    Skip Gravel Driveways: The Material That's Rustic And Cost-Effective

    Gravel looks great in a driveway, but its maintenance and cost can be prohibitive for some. Instead, try an alternative that costs less and is eco-friendly.

    By Daniel Warden 2 days ago Read More
  • A neighbor man looking over the fence while shielding his eyes from the sun.

    What Is The Cheapest Privacy Fence Option?

    Privacy from neighbors and lookie-loos shouldn't cost a fortune. This durable fence style with modifications costs much less than traditional wood slat walls.

    By Daniel Warden 2 days ago Read More
  • Natural stone retaining wall stacked three rows high with flowers growing above it

    Why You Should Put Gravel Behind A Retaining Wall

    With retaining walls, one big consideration is hydrostatic pressure. If water is allowed to collect behind a wall, the weight of saturated soil could topple it.

    By Catherine Nyorani 2 days ago Read More
  • A person holding up different wood tiles on a concrete floor

    Cover Up Concrete Flooring Quickly With A Water-Resistant Solution From Amazon

    There's a highly rated Amazon flooring solution that allows you to cover up concrete quickly without having to foot the bill for ripping it out to start again.

    By Nina Phillips 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person wearing green gloves holding wires wrapped in yellow electrical tape

    Why Electrical Tape Comes In Different Colors

    Electrical tape doesn't have colors to give buyers a stylistic choice; these colors, like black, red, and green, work like labels to identify a wire's purpose.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • A couple shopping for bathroom features

    The Popular Bathroom Upgrade That You May End Up Regretting

    Renovating your bathroom is an exciting opportunity to customize your space. But before you get carried away with designing, consider this potential regret.

    By Sophie Pell 3 days ago Read More
  • A person inspecting a bed with a flashlight and a magnifying glass

    What To Do If You Spot A Tick Crawling In Your Bed

    Ticks are normally found in grassy or wooded areas, not inside — so if you spot one on your bedding, the first step is to determine if it’s really a tick.

    By Masie O'Toole 3 days ago Read More
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