House and Components

A house is much more than just a collection of rooms. Here’s everything that goes into making your house a home.

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    We Found The 10 Best Reading Chairs After Weeks of Testing

    Our expert shopping editors tested the best reading chairs to find the perfect fit for every reading nook in your home.

    The Insignia Mini Fridge with Freezer Simply Can’t be Beat

    Find out why the Insignia Mini Fridge landed the top spot on our "best of" list.


    DreamCloud Mattress Review: We Tried It for a Year, and Here’s What Happened

    Our product tester’s underactive thyroid makes it difficult to regulate her body temperature, but this mattress's cooling technology changed...


    How to Install Modern House Numbers for Curb Appeal Flair

    Elevate your curb appeal with this DIY house numbers plaque.


    Saatva Graphite Memory Foam Mattress Topper Review: It Immediately Changed the Way I Sleep

    As someone who deals with chronic back pain, I tested Saatva’s Graphite Memory Foam Mattress Topper to find...

    Don’t Try To Unclog Your Toilet These Ways

    Unclogging toilet myths abound, but should you pay them any attention? We assembled a panel of service experts to weigh...


    Pro Breeze Dehumidifier Review: My Honest Thoughts After a Year of Testing

    The Pro Breeze Dehumidifer shouldn't be judged by its small size, according to our resident dehumidifer expert.

    The Danby Mini Fridge Works Like a Charm in Any Space

    The Danby mini fridge provides ample storage and a reliable performance, making it one of our favorite small appliances.


    Can You Paint a Kitchen Countertop (And Should You?)

    Looking for an easy kitchen refresh? Painting countertops is tempting, but wrought with pitfalls. From laminate to granite, here's what...


    12 Best Wall Shelf Ideas To Add Style and Storage to Any Home

    We've got some spectacular wall shelf inspiration for you.


    Fluted Cabinets Are In Style – Here’s How You Can Do It Yourself

    Say au revoir to bland, flat cabinet doors, and bonjour to swanky fluted style. Here's why we're in love with...

    We Found the 6 Best Mattress Toppers for Side Sleepers After Weeks of Testing

    Attention all side sleepers! After months of research and testing, we found the best mattress toppers for you.


    We Tried the Whirlpool Mini Fridge with Freezer and It’s Our Favorite Budget Appliance

    The Whirlpool mini fridge with freezer may not be the most expensive appliance we tested, but it's one of the...


    Gladiator Garage Cabinets Review: We Tested This Tough Storage Unit for One Year

    Looking for a new garage storage system to organize and lock away your most valuable tools? We installed...


    We Ran This Frigidaire Retro Mini Fridge For 500 Hours and It Outperformed Almost Every Other Model ...

    Smart storage, stellar performance and a fun design made the Frigidaire Retro Mini Fridge an instant favorite around the office.


    We Found the Best Mini Fridge With Freezer After 4 Weeks of Testing

    We found the best mini fridges with freezers to add to your office, home or dorm room.

    Smeg Refrigerator Review: Is This Vintage-Inspired Appliance More Than Just a Pretty Face?

    Is a Smeg refrigerator the coolest (hehe, get it?) choice for you? Find out what I really think after two...


    Do No-Drill Curtain Rod Brackets Actually Work?

    No-drill curtain rod hangers are easy to install, even easier to remove, and they don't leave a trace. But do...


    LG WashTower Review: We Tried It, Here’s Everything You Need to Know

    We tried one of the most popular stacked washer-dryers, the LG WashTower. Here’s how it went, from installation...


    Naturepedic Mattress Review: We Tested this Customizable Non-Toxic Bed

    You can choose a different firmness level for each side of the bed, making the Naturepedic mattress ideal for couples.


    What is the Right Kitchen Island Size for You?

    Too small, and you're losing valuable space, too big and it's clunky to navigate: Here's how to pick the perfect...


    18 Awesome Countertops That Aren’t Granite

    Say goodbye to outdated granite and hello to these superior countertop materials, from eco-friendly to ultra-luxe.


    How to Unclog a Toilet

    Clogged toilet and nothing else is working? Check out these home remedies and the best ways to successfully unclog a...


    9 Kitchen Countertop Décor Ideas: How to Decorate a Countertop

    Elevate your kitchen style with these countertop decor ideas that are both functional and stylish.


    How To Install a Porch Light Fixture

    Installing hanging porch lights can dramatically improve your outdoor space's ambiance. Here is the process for getting it done.

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    Hisense Dehumidifier Review: A Budget-Friendly Option to Keep Humidity at Bay

    I tested the Hisense dehumidifier with and without a drain hose for two weeks. Check out what I think about...


    I Tried the All-New Lovesac PillowSac Accent Chair, and Here’s My Honest Review

    We tried the all-new LoveSac chair to see what it’s actually like—here’s our unfiltered review.


    Rethink Your Ceilings: Look Up for Design Opportunity

    When considering a home makeover, many homeowners focus on walls, floors, and furniture, often overlooking the biggest blank canvas in...


    Wood Foundation Basics and Techniques

    If you engineer and assemble wood foundations properly, they're extremely durable


    Over 30,000 People Love the Eva-Dry Mini Dehumidifier—Here’s Why It’s a Gamechanger for ...

    In a closet or in a safe, the Eva-Dry Dehumidifier is a cost-efficient way to keep humidity levels under control...


    Don’t Even Think of Laying Carpet in Your Basement Before You Do This

    Keep your finished basement floor dry, even if the concrete gets wet.

    Prevent damp basement floors from...