The Essential Kitchen Tool You Can Use To Edge Your Lawn In A Pinch
Neat lawn edges make your yard look nicer and may even increase your home value. You can use expensive edgers to do the job, or grab something from the kitchen.
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Stories By Patti Kaz
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The Best Types Of Garage Doors To Add Curb Appeal And Boost Home Value
Garage doors impact your home's aesthetic, function, and safety. It's best to have one that has a complementary design and is made from high-quality materials.
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The Affordable Fall Decor DIY That'll Make Your Home Smell As Amazing As It Looks
Don't break the bank on expensive fall decor when you can make your own. This easy pumpkin craft is affordable and smells amazing in your home.
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Ditch Builder-Grade Fireplaces And Try This Creative DIY To Charm Up Your Space
Builder-grade fireplaces may be practical, but they're not exactly a focal point. If you hardly use your fireplace, some tiles can give it a more creative glow.
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The Bathroom Design Trend That We Should Be Rethinking (And What To Do Instead)
Bathroom remodels are a costly business. Don't make the mistake of falling for trends when they won't add value to your space, either for you or future buyers.
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DIY Stylish Rustic Kitchen Shelves Using A Few Affordable Upcycled Materials
A clever DIY using scrap wood and a common home good results in this affordable rustic kitchen shelf, supplying extra wall storage and a stylish display space.
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10 Clever Ways To Use Zip Ties For Hanging Items Around The House
Finding DIY ways to hang items isn't always easy, but with the help of a zip tie, you can thread through or loop around most anything, then tighten to secure.
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9 Plants That Are Always Worth Buying As Seedlings
It can be difficult to know when you should start plants from seeds versus buying seedlings. Sure, seeds cost less, but there's more to consider than price.
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Here's How To Get Stubborn Clogs Out Of Your Paint Sprayer Nozzle
Paint sprayers are incredibly convenient — until they get clogged, that is. Clear up the problem with this simple process that requires no extra tools.
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Easily DIY A Simple Garden Trellis For Thriving Flowers, Vines, And Veggies
Need a trellis for those bean seedlings or jasmine saplings you just planted? DIY a sturdy, affordable garden trellis in no time with these easy instructions.
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9 Creative Ways To Repurpose Glass Bottle Stoppers Around Your Home And Garden
Glass bottle stoppers are a chic way to seal your drinks, and they can add even more elegance to your home and garden with these 9 repurposing ideas.
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The Unexpected Fall Ground Cover That Thrives In The Shade
Looking to add some fall foliage to your garden landscape with an easy to grow ground cover? This one is easy to care for and thrives in shade.
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The Easy DIY Fountain That Looks Like Pure Magic In Your Yard
You can turn a flower pot, pond basket, and flat rock into a high-end water feature. The fountain is perfect for attracting birds or simply elevating your yard.
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Are Old Bottle Caps The Solution To Your Garden Pest Problem, Or A Waste Of Time?
Before you throw away all of those recyclable plastic bottle caps, consider using them for a more natural approach to pest control in your garden.
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The Overlooked Cleaning Tool You Need In Your Arsenal If You Have Carpet (Or Pets)
Carpets are notorious for trapping dust and hair that even the best vacuums can't pick up. That's where this cleaning tool comes in to easily remove the debris.
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Green Paint Shades That Won't Scream Millennial Cringe
Green is still in style, but to keep it up-to-date, stay away from green paint with gray undertones. These shades have been overdone and no longer feel fresh.
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The Hardy Shrub You Don't Want In Your Yard If You're Trying To Keep Snakes Away
Learn why this one common ground-cover shrub might be attracting snakes to your yard and how to remove it to keep your outdoor space snake-free.
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8 Clear Signs The Squash Plants In Your Garden Need To Be Pruned
Pruning can help your squash plants have a higher yield, but you need to know when to do this for optimal results. Here are 8 signs to be on the lookout for.
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8 Genius Ways To Repurpose An Old Dog Crate In Your Home & Garden
If your pet has outgrown their crate, the next spot for it mustn't be the trash. You can repurpose old dog crates in your home and garden with these 8 hacks.
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How To Choose The Right Vinyl Wrap Type For Your Home Upgrade
With so many different colors, styles, and types of vinyl coverings available, choosing the right type to fit your home can quickly become a daunting task.
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The Easy Way To Get Rid Of Small Patches Of Crabgrass In Your Lawn And Garden
Those weirdly spiky patches of longer "grass" — called crabgrass — are stealing nutrients from your lawn and garden. Here's how to easily address the problem.
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The One Herb You Should Plant Near Apple And Pear Trees
Apple and pear trees can thrive with the help of an underrated herb, which has several reasons for being an excellent companion plant for many fruits.
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8 Clever Vicks VapoRub Hacks To Try Around The House
Don't let your half-used tub of VapoRub waste away on a long forgotten shelf. Instead, try one of these hacks to help out with cleaning and home maintenance.
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The Well-Known Toilet Cleaning Product You May Want To Think Twice About Using
When cleaning the toilet bowl, you may reach for the most powerful cleaner you can find, but this may not be safe. Find out what to use and what to avoid.
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The Affordable Alternative To Glass Plant Watering Globes You Can Snag At Dollar Tree
Glass watering globes can be useful to keep your plants hydrated when you're not there, but they can be pricey, so we've found a more affordable option.
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Get Your Grimy Shower Door Dazzling Clean With A Simple Epsom Salt Hack
Soap scum and hard water are usually the culprits behind grimy shower doors. Luckily, Epsom salt works to remove the buildup and eliminate any stains.
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The Outdated Kitchen Storage Solution That's Wasting Space (And What To Use Instead)
Are you still using an outdated kitchen storage solution? Find out what the mistake is so you can avoid it as well as alternatives.
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