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    Guide to Thrifted Furniture

    From midcentury to marble, discover the best thrifted furniture, and learn how to shop like one of the pros.


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    How to Make a Lemonade Stand

    Growing up, I always dreamed of having a lemonade stand to feed my candy and baseball card habit. Here's how...


    Amazon’s Paint Finder Makes It Easy to Pick the Perfect Color

    Never suffer from color regret again. The Amazon Paint Finder makes it easy to find complementary shades in seconds.


    Paint Your Trim Like a Pro with This No-Mess Hack

    You'll never want to use painter's tape again!



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    How to Build a Wood Fireplace Mantel

    With the right tools and DIY experience, you can create a stunning custom fireplace mantel that will impress your guests....


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    Guide to Common Paint Finishes for Walls

    This user-friendly guide includes room recommendations, cleaning tips and how to get the most accurate wall color.


    10 Home Improvement Books You Need to Read

    These 10 expert-approved picks are great for new and seasoned homeowners who are looking to avoid costly repairs or increase...

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    What Type of Roof Does Your Home Have?

    Do you know? The number of types of residential roofs, from simple and to ultra-complex, may surprise you.


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    How to Build a Recycling Bin That Fits Into Your Cabinet

    In this project, we will show you how to DIY a pull-out for storing trash, compost and recycling inside a...


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    7 Signs It’s Time to Repaint Your Walls

    Repainting your interior walls can breathe new life into your home and transform the ambiance of your living space.


    How to Remove Paint from Wood

    What's the safest way to remove paint from wood? You can remove the paint from your woodwork easily...


    Change Up the Mood of Your Bathroom (or Any Room) With Mood Ring Paint

    Discover how you can use mood ring paint to add flair and fun to your space.


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    Sod vs. Seed: How to Choose the Right Option for a Lush Lawn

    Both approaches have their pros and cons.


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    How To Clean Pavers

    Got some dirty pavers in your garden, patio or walkway? With proper cleaning, they can look as good as new.


    This Weed Wacker Hack Offers Protection for Your Plants

    Want to keep your shrubs and plants safe from your weed wacker? We review a TikTok hack on how to...


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    10 Tips for Using MDF Wood

    MDF (medium-density fiberboard) is inexpensive, durable, and a good choice for many woodworking and carpentry projects. Learn how to use...

    Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Landscaping Gravel

    Gravel and crushed rock aren't the same thing. Gravel consists of rocks and pebbles with rounded edges, and it's primarily...


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    8 Volunteer Opportunities Where You Can Flex Your DIY Skills

    Experience the joy of giving back while utilizing your DIY skills with these top-notch national volunteer opportunities.


    Finish Dishes in Minutes with an Easy-to-Install Motorized Glass Rinser

    Sick of spending hours slumped over the sink? No need to stuff your hands into narrow glasses—this bar glass rinser...


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    How To Clean Bronze Properly

    If you have something made of bronze that's dull and discolored, don't get rid of it. Cleaning bronze is fast...


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    Start Here: A Beginner’s Guide to DIY

    New to DIY? We've got you covered!


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    How to Build an Over-the-Sink Cutting Board

    This may be the answer to limited counter space if you live in a small apartment or home. Follow our...

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    How to Build a Simple Gardening Bench

    Build this lovely and functional garden bench in half a day. Here's how.


    Watch This Woman Transform Her Bland Closet Doors

    Who doesn't want a new spring color palette?


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    6 Ideas to Make Your Own Comfy Outdoor Chairs

    With warm weather just around the corner, you're probably looking for comfy outdoor chairs for your backyard. We've rounded up...


    The 7 Best Garbage Disposals to Eliminate Food Waste

    Say goodbye to smelly sinks and full trash cans!


    This Service Simplifies Landscaping Projects—Get 15% Off ALL Design Packages

    Need help drafting a landscaping design, connecting with contractors or sprucing up the front lawn with a few plants? Yardzen...


    If You’re Laying Landscape Pavers, You Need This Easy Trick

    Planning to spruce up your yard this summer with some concrete landscaping pavers? We review a popular TikTok hack claiming...