Check Your Plumbing For Leaks With This Handy Essential Oil Trick
Checking every inch of your plumbing for any possible leaks is an enormous undertaking, but a few ounces of peppermint oil can make it much easier.
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Stories By Alia Hoyt
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The Beyond Easy Way To Save Your Favorite Hoodie's Strings From Tangling In The Wash
Strings getting tangled and tugged out of your hoodies is a common laundry frustration, but here's how you can keep your drawstrings intact!
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The Unusual Compost Ingredient That You Can Find On Your Body
Gardeners who are looking to level up the compost bin should look no further than their own body for a boost.
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The Secret Ingredient You Need To DIY A Powerful Skunk Repellent At Home
Tired of unwelcome -- and stinky -- skunk guests? Learn how to concoct a DIY skunk repellant at home and reclaim your space from pungent invaders.
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Using This Powerful Product On Grass Stains Is A Huge Mistake. Here's Why
You may reach for chlorine bleach when you find grass stains on your clothes, but this could make the situation even worse. Here's why and what to do instead.
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Noisy Crickets Will Sing Their Song Elsewhere Against This Pest Control Solution
If you're not a fan of the crickets' summertime serenade, there's a pest control solution for you. Turn your backyard BBQs into a chirp-free zone in no time.
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Is Milk The Secret Ingredient You Need For Thriving Tomatoes?
Could the key to a healthy tomato plant already be in your fridge? Discover how milk affects tomatoes and determine if you should apply some to your plants.
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Simple Tips For Keeping Weeds Out Of Your Lawn This Spring
This spring, stay ahead of the weeds itching to take over your yard. Just use these simple tips to keep them off your lawn with little effort.
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What The Auxiliary Heat Setting On Your Thermostat Means, According To HVAC Expert
Thermostats can be challenging to learn your way around. At House Digest, we spoke to our HVAC expert and learned what the auxiliary heat setting means.
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Why You May Want To Think Twice Before Using LED Light Strips In Your Home
LED light strips are a trendy lighting solution, but there's one reason you may want to rethink using LED light strips in your home and on specific surfaces.
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Eliminate Bad Home Odors With A Simple DIY That Calls For A Common Kitchen Scrap
By upcycling a common kitchen scrap, this simple and cost-effective DIY hack can help eliminate odors in your home, from chronic pet smells to funky fridges.
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Why You Should Set Out A Few Buckets Of Water In Your Home After Painting
While painting a wall can be a fun project to DIY at home, the unpleasant fumes that accompany the task can be a hassle. There's a trick to deal with them.
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Say Goodbye To Stink Bugs With This Easy And Powerful DIY Repellent
Turn your house into a stink bug-free zone with this easy DIY solution -- it's simple, effective, and leaves your home smelling oh-so-fresh.
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Get Rid Of Cicada Killer Wasps With These Simple Solutions
Buzz off, cicada killers! With some common kitchen staples -- and proper safety precautions -- you can eradicate your yard of these pesky winged guests.
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What It Means If You See Red Markings On The Pavement Outside Of Someone's Home
Have you ever walked outside to check the mail and noticed a smattering of brightly colored paint marks on your pavement? We'll explain what they mean.
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Our Gardening Expert Explains What A Dormant Hydrangea Really Looks Like Before Coming To Life In The Spring
Are your hydrangeas dead – or just dormant? Our green-thumb expert reveals how you can tell the difference and what to do to keep your beautiful blooms healthy.
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How To Take Your IKEA RITVA Curtains From Cream To A Stunning Bright White
Is there anything as charming as bright white window dressings? With this quick and easy DIY, you can turn your IKEA curtains from creamy to dreamy in no time.
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Do Marigolds Really Repel Spiders? Our Entomology Expert Weighs In
Step into the entomological arena with our expert's insights on an age-old debate: Can marigolds truly keep spiders at bay, or is it just a blooming myth?
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Seeing Woodpeckers Like This Could Be A Sign Of A Brutal Winter
Granted, woodpeckers have no scientifically proven ability to predict the weather. But according to superstition, this woodpecker practice is an ominous sign.
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Revive Stained Plastic Containers With A Secret Ingredient From Your Pantry
Don't throw away those stained plastic containers. There's a secret ingredient from your pantry that can help eradicate those stains. Here's how it works.
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This Mowing Tip Will Help You Grow Healthy Grass In The Shady Parts Of Your Yard
Mowing your lawn is more of a science than you might realize, especially if you have particularly shady spots. However, one easy adjustment can save your grass.
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Storing Chlorine Pool Tablets: Common Mistakes That Could Lead To A Disaster
Knowing the dos and don'ts of storing chlorine pool tablets helps you steer clear of chlorine chaos while making sure your splash zone stays a summer haven.
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The Genius Way Clothespins Can Bring More Colorful Birds To Your Yard
Attracting more birds to your yard doesn't need to be a difficult task. If you have some clothespins around you can create your own DIY birdfeeder.
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The Secret Ingredient That'll Make Cleaning Your Leather Sofa A Breeze
Leather sofas are comfortable, and they're pretty easy to clean. But if a pesky stain comes along, one particular essential oil has your back.
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Easily Remove Blood Stains From Carpet With This Medicine Cabinet Staple
We all hate carpet stains, but when made of blood, clean-up isn't usually the first thing on your mind. Easily remove new and old blood stains with this staple.
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Spider Problem? This Fragrant Plant Will Send Them Scurrying Away
It's possible to minimize the risk of spider invasion by utilizing a pest control service. However, there's also a fragrant plant that will keep them away.
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The Genius Bucket Hack That Will Cut Your Tree Watering Time In Half
Transform your yard chores into a breeze with this bucket hack! Eliminate the struggles of keeping your trees well-watered and say hello to more DIY wins.
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