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15 Things You Should Never Store in Your Garage

To keep your home safe and pest-free and your belongings in good shape, don’t ever store these items in your garage.

10 Back To School Products for Your Home That Will Keep Your Family Organized

When you hear the words "back to school," it's easy to get stressed when you...

14 Things to Do Now to Prepare for Back to School

Whether the kids will be distance learning or in-person learning this school year, here are...

10 Things You Should Never Burn in Your Fireplace

Resist the temptation to burn anything in your fireplace but firewood — particularly garbage. You...
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Most Common Homeowners Insurance Claims

Break-ins and theft account for six percent of insurance claims for Travelers Insurance. Find out...

11 Cool Things Your Alexa is Capable Of

If you use Alexa as a virtual assistant, you likely already know she can play...

10 Pieces of Furniture with Hidden Compartments

If you're looking to keep clutter at bay, you're in good company. Here are 10...
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22 Projects That Will Actually Hurt Your Home’s Resale Value

While some projects instantly increase resale value, others can cost you in the long run....

20 Inexpensive Ways to Make Your Home Look More Expensive

Whether you're looking to fix up your home to put it on the market or...
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This Is the Most Efficient Way to Mow the Grass

You want your lawn to look good, but you don't want to spend a lot...
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22 Uses for Super Glue You’ve Never Tried (But Should!)

You already use super glue when your child's favorite toy cracks, or for a quick...
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34 Brilliant Ways to Use WD-40 at Home

You already use WD-40 to loosen bolts and stop squeaking hinges, but did you know...

13 Best Patio Heaters for Outdoor Comfort

Get a little more use out of your patio or porch this year with one...

Do Mosquito Bracelets, Clip-Ons and Patches Actually Work?

Consumers looking to avoid DEET-based repellents constantly search for alternative products. But the effectiveness of...
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How to Make Homemade Mosquito Repellent

Homemade, affordable mosquito repellent that will keep the bugs at bay and your bank account...

12 DIY Planters Made From Kitchen Castoffs

Whether you enjoy flowers, herbs or other easy-to-grow plants, here are 12 ways to recycle...

10 Infomercial Products That Actually Improve Your Home

You've seen them on TV and wondered, “Do they really work?” Well, these quirky infomercial...

Creative DIY Cardboard Models for Kids

Guide kids into DIY projects with cardboard designs that turn into toys.

20 Home Decor Trends on Their Way Out

You got rid of the wood paneling years ago and updated your kitchen cupboards, furniture...

26 Incredible Gift Ideas for Your Gardener Mother

From growing kits to planters to even jewelry, here are some garden-inspired gifts for the...
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Not the Greenest of Thumbs? Here’s How to Pick the Best Fake Plants

You want to add some greenery to your home but don't have much of a...