Sustainability

Go greener with these sustainable living tips and tricks for how to make your house more environmentally friendly.

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11 Natural Bug Repellents Worth Trying

Looking for a natural, DIY way to create bug repellents? These home bug repellent formulas use simple, organic ingredients. Try...


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Milk Jug Handle Funnel

Save your left over milk jugs!


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64 Ways to Reuse Things You Normally Toss

Cut down on your trash with these ways to reuse and salvage household items.


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We Tried Benjamin Moore’s 2021 Paint Color of the Year

Aegean Teal caught the attention of our team here at Family Handyman. Here's why we love it.


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What to Know About Shipping Container Homes

Whether as a tiny home or an ambitious multi-story project, shipping container homes offer an affordable, versatile way to build...


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5 Places to Donate Tools You’re Not Using Anymore

Make some extra room in your garage or workshop by donating your unwanted tools and building materials to one of...


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The 5 Worst Things to Throw in the Recycling Bin

Don't make the mistake of throwing these items in your home recycling bin.


27 Inspiring DIY Tiny Homes Built With Recycled Materials

The DIY tiny house movement is all about reducing consumption. Check out some tiny homes that took it a step...

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30 Zero Waste Tips for Your Home

Looking to create a more sustainable home for you and your family? Check out these zero waste tips that are...


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What Do Plastic Recycling Numbers Actually Mean?

Understanding those numbers will help make sure you're recycling properly.


These Solar Smart Home Products Help Lower Utility Bills

Go green and save a little green with these solar-powered smart home products.


What to Do With Your Old DVD Collection

The rise in popularity of movie streaming has made DVDs redundant. If you're wondering what to do with all of...


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10 Ways to Live More Waste-Free

Living a waste-free lifestyle doesn't happen overnight. However, small changes can add up and help you and your family produce...


18 Strange Things You Never Knew You Could Recycle

Don't throw out that clutter quite yet! Make sure to check if those items can be reused with this list...


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10 Incredible Projects Made from Repurposed Materials

Breathing new life into old things is fun, green and endlessly satisfying. We think you'll be surprised by what some...


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6 Most Common Types of Maple Trees

Learn the species of maple trees most commonly found in the United States, and how to tell them apart.


What Is Houseplant Insurance?

Struggling to keep your houseplants healthy? It might be time to look into houseplant insurance.