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  • A carpenter bee on a wooden deck railing

    Put Down The Essential Oils: Keep Carpenter Bees Away With An Amazon Find

    Carpenter bees nest in exposed wood, potentially causing damage over time. To deter them, reach for this Amazon find instead of essential oils or pesticides.

    By Aleem Ahmad 1 hour ago Read More
  • A person using a brush to stain light-colored wood.

    The Kitchen Scrap You Can Use For A Unique Wood Stain (It's Not Coffee Grounds)

    A DIY wood stain can be eco-friendly, affordable, and attractive. Try this unexpected kitchen product to stain almost any light wood with beautiful shades.

    By Barbara Pavone 2 hours ago Read More
  • A brick retaining wall in front of trees

    What To Do If You Find Cracks In Your Retaining Wall

    No one is happy to spot cracks in their retaining wall, but if you notice cracks in yours, how concerned should you be? Don’t panic — here’s what to do.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 7 hours ago Read More
  • A person puts towels on a floating wooden shelf in a bathroom.

    Ditch The Floating Shelf: The Creative Way To Add Storage To The Bathroom

    Floating shelves look nice, but they don't hold much. Boost your bathroom storage with a cabinet made from a cheap plastic product you can find easily online.

    By Meadow St. Clair 21 hours ago Read More
  • A person with gloved hands lifts a gray concrete block from a stack of other blocks.

    Build An Epic Succulent Garden Entirely From Concrete Blocks

    Concrete blocks may seem boring, but their use is only limited by your imagination. You can, for example, create a patio succulent garden in an afternoon.

    By Melody Ip 24 hours ago Read More
  • a mouse in the hallway by the pantry door

    For Fewer Mice In The House, Reach For This Copper Product

    Keeping mice out starts with sealing the smallest openings. One durable material offers a longer-lasting solution than many common DIY gap fillers.

    By Nancy Schaffer 1 day ago Read More
  • Couple hiking on a path past a tick warning sign

    How To Repel Ticks With A Powerful, Chemical Fix

    Don't let ticks tick you off and ruin your summer. There's an easy way to keep you safe enough to camp, hike, and enjoy the great outdoors without fear.

    By Katie Barton 1 day ago Read More
  • Woman using broom to clean water in flooded basement

    This Simple Task Is A No-Brainer If You Don't Want A Flooded Basement

    Flooded basements are a homeowner’s worst nightmare. This preventative task doesn’t take long, and it typically only needs to be performed twice a year.

    By Heather Ayer 1 day ago Read More
  • Man going into attic

    5 Attic Safety Tips To Know Before Heading Up

    While it's easy to disregard safety precautions when you're working in your own home, attics can be dangerous and protecting yourself is key.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 2 days ago Read More
  • Person in a striped shirt and brown overalls touching a thermostat to adjust the settings

    Smart Vs Programmable Thermostat: What's The Difference For Energy Savings?

    Are you smarter than a thermostat? Programmable thermostat owners might save money through careful scheduling, but smart thermostats learn and adapt for you.

    By Taylor Freitas 2 days ago Read More
  • Assorted DeWalt power hand tools are on a shelf display

    4 Lesser-Known DeWalt Tools That Can Come In Handy Around Your Home

    It seems that there is always a project that needs to be tackled when you own a home. Here are five Dewalt tools that would be good to always have on hand.

    By Emily Ray 2 days ago Read More
  • Man installing a roof on a backyard shed

    5 Storage Shed Safety Tips To Protect You And Your Tools

    Storage sheds are vulnerable to moisture, pests, theft, and other issues — but implementing these 5 safety tips will help prevent problems.

    By Kyle Schurman 3 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of flying carpenter ant

    What To Do If You Spot A Swarm Of Carpenter Ants Around Your Home Or Yard

    Carpenter ants are rarely a welcome sight, but a swarm is particularly alarming. Treat the problem and prevent future damage with these simple tips.

    By Heather Ayer 3 days ago Read More
  • a person sharpening a mower blade

    Here's How Sharp Your Lawn Mower Blades Should Be

    Think your mower blades aren't sharp enough? Think again. Surprisingly, making them too sharp can impact the health of your lawn and lead to expensive repairs.

    By Aleem Ahmad 3 days ago Read More
  • A custom-designed wooden garden shed.

    Build Or Buy A Shed: Here's The Cheaper Option For Outdoor Storage

    You need a shed, but should you build one yourself, assemble a prefabricated kit, or get a ready-made shed? The key is to price out each option before deciding.

    By Nancy Schaffer 3 days ago Read More
  • shopping for home improvement tools

    Save $100 On These Lowe's Tool Finds Before The Deal Is Gone

    Lowe's doesn't always have low, low prices. But if you know how to shop -- and more importantly when -- you can snag $100 off on batteries, storage, and more.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 3 days ago Read More
  • A woman cooks inside of a kitchen.

    How Much Does It Cost To Add A Kitchen To Your Garage?

    As costs rise, some are considering turning their garage into an apartment by adding a kitchen. However, this feature is usually one of the highest expenses.

    By Sarah Grossbart 3 days ago Read More
  • a modern home with a gravel driveway

    Bye, Gravel Driveways: The Futuristic Material That's Easy To Recycle

    Gravel and crushed rock have long been classic driveway options, but this eco-friendly option is recently becoming more popular among homeowners.

    By Nancy Schaffer 4 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person's hands holding a screwdriver and the red wire of an outlet's wiring bundle

    What The Red Color Means On Electrical Wires In Your Home

    Removing an outlet cover and finding a bundle of colored wires can be intimidating for any homeowner. It's good to first know what those colors mean, like red.

    By Meadow St. Clair 4 days ago Read More
  • White traditional range hood between oak cabinest with a mosaic backplash and wallpaper

    Ditch Traditional Range Hoods: Try This Old-World DIY To Add Storage To Your Kitchen

    Range hoods are basically a necessity for your oven, but you can make them into a more fashionable corner of your kitchen with this DIY upgrade.

    By R. A. Fletcher 4 days ago Read More
  • Person in backyard pulling a garden hose across the lawn

    Goodbye Traditional Garden Hoses: There's A Lightweight Alternative From Amazon

    The longer a garden hose is, the more difficult it can be to manage. This 100-foot Amazon product is lightweight (8.4 pounds) with a flexible construction.

    By Kyle Schurman 4 days ago Read More
  • A carpenter bee boring into wood.

    Avoid Carpenter Bees Damaging Wood Decks And Fences With An Alternative Material

    Carpenter bees are beneficial, but they can also cause a lot of damage to untreated wood structures in your yard. Consider other materials to discourage them.

    By Kyle Schurman 4 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person's hands peeling a potato with a black Y-shaped vegetable peeler

    Sharpen Your Vegetable Peeler With A Tool You Already Own

    If your veggie peeler blades have become dull and less effective, all they need is a quick sharpening session. To do so, use this small and abrasive tool.

    By Nala Ortiz 4 days ago Read More
  • A man installing asphalt shingles on a roof with a nail gun

    Skip The Shingles: The Roof Material That Can Be Cheaper And More Sustainable

    Shingles may be the go-to material for most roofs, but this eco-friendly and durable alternative could help you save more money in the long run.

    By Nina Phillips 4 days ago Read More
  • A person hand-pulls weeds from their gravel driveway.

    Easier Than Hand Pulling: The Garden Tool For Removing Weeds From Gravel Driveways

    You can pull the weeds growing in your gravel driveway out by hand, but it's going to take ages. Instead, use a tool from Japan that makes the job easier.

    By Taylor Freitas 4 days ago Read More
  • A young Black woman wearing eye and ear protection cuts wood in a workshop.

    The Best Kept Secret To Get Scrap Wood For Free

    You may have reclaimed wood from pallets before for your home projects. However, there's another gold mine of DIY wood, and all you have to do is ask.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 4 days ago Read More
  • A person stitches some green check fabric using a sewing machine in a craft room.

    Ditch Cabinets: Here's A Creative Way To Add Storage To Your Craft Room

    Cabinets and drawers have storage potential, but they're also bulky. Make use of vertical space in your craft room with this nifty Dollar Tree storage DIY.

    By Nala Ortiz 4 days ago Read More
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