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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    8 Smart Ideas for Combining Your Mudroom and Laundry Room

    Check out these beautifully designed layout and organization solutions for your mudroom laundry room combination space.


    How to Make the Most of a Galley Kitchen

    Small spaces require creative design and storage solutions.


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    7 IKEA Desk Hacks for Your Workspace

    Make your workspace more stylish and functional with these innovative ideas!


    10 Laundry Room Designs You’ll Be Obsessed With

    Your laundry room can be functional and stylish! Check out these chic design ideas.


    8 Best Garage Door Colors and How To Choose One

    Your garage door color influences your home's overall curb appeal. We asked experts what the most popular colors are, and...


    Which Standard Refrigerator Size Is Best for You?

    Size matters when you're looking for a refrigerator for your bar, apartment or full-size kitchen. Here are standard sizes of...


    How Much Does an Insulated Garage Door Cost?

    Discover how the right R-value and insulation material boosts efficiency and curb appeal.


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    4 Tips for Caulking Your Bathtub

    If a lumpy caulk job bugs you, check out these tips to help anyone learn to run a smooth bead...

    8 Garage Wall Ideas to Enhance Your Space

    Typically, garage walls are not what you'd call inspiring. So we did some digging and discovered they don't have to...


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    Perm Press vs. Normal Cycle: What’s the Difference?

    Confused by your washer settings? Me, too. Let's bring in a washing machine expert to set us straight.


    The Best Washer and Dryer Pedestals for Your Laundry Room

    Pedestals for your washer and dryer, also called risers, can raise the utility of your laundry room by adding space...


    6 Best RV Washer-Dryer Combos

    From LG to GE to Black+Decker, we found the best RV washer-dryer combos with the help of an expert.


    8 Small Laundry Room Ideas With a Top-Loading Washer

    Make the most of your limited laundry room space with these creative storage and decor ideas.


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    How to Check for Bed Bugs in a Hotel

    Follow these tips to ensure you don't bring unwanted guests home.


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    Do You Know What Toxic Materials Are Hiding in Your Laundry Room?

    It may feel like the cleanest place in the house, but your laundry room is likely full of health hazards,...


    10 Unique Ways to Personalize Your Laundry Room

    Make your laundry room a place where you actually want to spend time!


    How To Build Bunk Beds

    A perfect solution for the kids' room or the cabin! Here's an easy, affordable bunk bed you can make in...

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    How To Fix Kinks in PEX Pipes

    Got a plumbing job ahead? PEX pipes make things easier, and learning the various ways to fix kinks is a...


    Why Is My Dryer Squeaking?

    Learn the most common reasons for that annoying squeaking, and what you can do to make it stop.


    How To Hang a Porch Swing

    Want to swing your afternoon away in the warm breeze? Here's how to set up your porch swing in no...


    Can You Paint a Bathtub?

    Learn what the pros have to say about painting your bathtub during a bathroom remodel. Explore options and tips to...


    What Temperature Should I Wash White Clothes In?

    Do you swear by hot, or are you a cold water fan? A laundry expert weighs in — you might...


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    How Much Does Garage Door Spring Replacement Cost?

    Get the lowdown on how much it costs to replace garage door springs, if you can repair them, and if...

    How To Take a Door off the Hinges

    It's a one-person job that's not hard at all.


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    Why This Is the Week to Review Your Fire Safety Plans

    It's Fire Prevention Week 2023. As they say, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.


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    The Yummly Smart Thermometer Elevated My Confidence with Cooking Meat

    Take the guesswork out of cooking and get the results you want with the Yummly smart thermometer.


    8 Garage Conversion Ideas To Improve Your Home

    If you're outgrowing the current square footage of your home, look to your garage as a possible source of expansion.


    8 Garage Lighting Ideas to Illuminate Your Space

    Light up the interior and exterior of your garage with these simple and stylish ideas.


    5 Best Washer and Dryer Bundles Under $1,500—Yes, Really

    The best washing machines (and their matching dryers) for under $1,500 will boost your laundry game without breaking your budget.