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How To Clean Shower Curtains

Has it been a while since you cleaned your shower curtain? It might be high time to throw it in the wash.

A Grand Tour of the Family Handyman Getaway

Take a look inside the Family Handyman Getaway vacation home.


The Easiest Way to Wash Bath Mats

You probably aren't cleaning your bath mats often enough. Here's why you should, and how to do it.


Lowe’s Labor Day Sales You Won’t Want to Miss

Celebrate the season at Lowe's Labor Day Sale with special values on everything you need to get your home and...


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10 Things You Shouldn’t Be Storing on Your Kitchen Countertop

If you're like most people, you probably use your kitchen counter as a catch-all for various odds and ends, food-related...

45 Kitchen Mistakes You Need to Stop Making

Your kitchen will never function better if you avoid these common mistakes.


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What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....

Best Kitchen and Home Deals to Shop on Amazon Prime Day

You can still save big on kitchen and home goods you've always wanted (and some you didn't even know you...


How to DIY Laundry Room Shelves

Convert your dreary basement laundry into a functional, organized and finished workspace.


The Most Essential Products for New Homeowners

From cleaning supplies to tools, here's a list of everything you'll need for your new home.


14 Expenses New Homeowners Waste Money On

It's easy for new homeowners to spend money on things they shouldn't. Make sure you steer clear of these unnecessary...

10 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $1,000

Updating countertops, painting the exterior or upgrading an appliance are simple ways to add big value to your home.


17 Things to Keep Within Reach in the Kitchen to Make Life Easier

Never worry about having a jar that won't open.


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15 Things Home Inspectors Wish You Knew

These things home inspectors wish you knew can help sellers prepare for a home sale and make buyers aware of...


Pro Plumbers Use These Tricks For Picking The Right Garbage Disposal

Choosing the right disposal can be tricky especially when you want to make your clients happy. The more you know...


6 Garbage Disposal Myths Debunked

Your garbage disposal is one of your most important kitchen appliances. In fact, nothing does the daily grind quite like...

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21 Things Every Homeowner Needs to Know

While rewarding, being a homeowner can be costly and frustrating if you're not in the know. Here are 21 essential...


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Do You Have to Run Water While Using the Garbage Disposal?

Chances are you already run water while operating your garbage disposal. But have you ever wondered if it really matters?


How to Regulate the Hot Water Heater

Install temperature regulating valves without tearing up the bathtub wall


How to Stop a Freeze-Proof Faucet From Leaking

Nuisance stopper! Fix that drippy outdoor faucet.


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How to Fix a Leaking Frost-Proof Faucet

Check out these fixes for common faucet problems


9 Ways You’re Not Organizing Your Fridge—Yet

Check out these refrigerator organizing ideas to keep your food fresh and your shelves clean.


Fix Leaks at the Garden Hose Spigot

A worn-out vacuum breaker is usually the culprit


Fix a Leaking Faucet

Learn to fix the most common causes of a leaking faucet.


No Dishwasher? These are Our 10 Favorite Dish Drying Racks

Whether you want a creative design or something compact, there's a dish drying rack for you on this list!

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How to Improve Toilet Performance

Toilet technology puts an end to the double flush


11 Walk-In Closets to Die For

Who wouldn't want customized closet shelving, space for all of your shoes and boots, plus the added convenience of a...


How to Clean a Garbage Disposal

Learn how to clean garbage disposal. It will fix that smelly garbage disposal stink.


45 DIY Disasters That Turned Out Hilarious

It wasn’t funny at the time, but now these homeowners can laugh at their DIY disasters. And so can we!


How to Repair a Noisy Outdoor Faucet

Stop noisy faucet vibrations


Faucet Repair: Fix a Leaking Faucet

Fix a faucet stem leak in ten minutes