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    How to DIY Laundry Room Shelves

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


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    Hillside Landscaping Ideas for a Sloped Yard

    Take advantage of a steep or hilly yard with these gorgeous landscaping ideas.


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    What’s the Difference Between Interior and Exterior Paint?

    They're both intended to beautify our homes, but it's important to know the difference between interior and exterior paint. Let's...


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    Can You Use Exterior Paint Inside?

    If you're wondering whether you can use exterior paint indoors — or vice versa — we've got your answer: You...


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    Tips for Growing and Caring for Hydrangeas

    With their big, bold blooms and an appreciation for afternoon shade, hydrangeas are a well-loved showstopper. Here's how to care...


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    How to Plant and Grow a Magnolia Tree

    Magnolia trees feature spectacular spring flowers, beautiful leaves and are easy to care for. See if one of the 200...


    How to Split Hostas

    Splitting hostas will make for a healthier plant and will propagate new plants. Here's when, and how, you split hostas.


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    8 Types of Spruce Trees for Your Yard

    Spruce up your landscape! With cold-weather hardiness, evergreen beauty and a range of sizes and shapes, there's a spruce tree...

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    Ideas for Landscaping With Potted Plants

    Potted plants add interest, color and height to your outdoor space. Check out these chic Instagramable ideas for landscaping with...


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    How To Plant and Grow a River Birch Tree

    The river birch tree supplies excellent summer shade, beautiful foliage spring through fall and a stunning winter display. Here's how...


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    What Is Purslane Weed and How Do I Get Rid of It?

    The "comeback kid" of lawn weeds, purslane weed frustrates with its wily ability to bounce back just when you think...


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    10 Small Plants for Landscaping

    Looking for the best small plants for landscaping? Here are some ideas that will have your yard looking good from...


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    How to Fish Wire Through A Wall

    “Fishing” wire is easier with these tips and tools.


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    10 Best Floor Cleaners

    For any floor in any situation — from laminate to linoleum — here are the best floor cleaners to keep...


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    How to Plant and Grow a Tulip Tree

    Tulip trees offer year-round shade, beautiful flowers and stunning fall foliage. Consider growing this ornamental tree if it thrives in...


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    10 Tall Outdoor Plants for Landscaping

    Mixing plants of varying sizes and textures is an easy way to add visual interest to any yard.


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    Best Home Gym Paint Colors for 2024

    Home gyms are hotter than ever for ripping reps to mastering meditation. Here are our best paint color picks for...

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    How to Make Solar-Powered House Numbers

    Your dinner guests will never miss your house again once you install these solar-powered house numbers.


    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.


    The 10 Best Paints for Tile, According to Experts

    No need to spend thousands to freshen the look of a tiled kitchen or powder room wall. All it takes...


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    Japanese Maple Tree Care: Planting and Growing Tips

    The Japanese maple tree boasts year-round beauty with a wide range of colors. Considering adding one of these trees to...


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    How To Prune Crepe Myrtle

    Fast-growing crepe myrtle is a garden show-off, with bright flowers all summer long. Find out how to prune crepe myrtle...


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    9 Kids’ Room Paint Color Ideas

    Put away that boring white paint! These playful kids' room color ideas come from every part of the rainbow.


    How To Install a Hard Wired Smoke Detector

    Follow these steps for easy and safe installation.


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    Tips for Choosing the Right Tools, Supplies, and Paint for Rusted Metal

    Here's what you need to know about protective coatings for metal to achieve professional, long-lasting results.


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    9 Best Ceiling Paint Colors to Consider

    Put down the white paint! Go bold with these ceiling paint color ideas that will take your room to the...


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    When Should I Fertilize My Lawn?

    The more you know, the more your grass will grow. Here are the best ways to maximize your lawn fertilization...


    How to Paint Concrete Floors

    Transform your concrete basement or garage floor with a fresh coat of paint.