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    11 Hardworking File Storage Boxes You Need at Home

    The time may soon come when we won't have to store very many paper files, but until that day comes,...


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    15 Car Problems You Can Diagnose (and Fix!) Yourself

    Some car problems require a professional diagnosis and repair. But there are many car problems you can diagnose and fix...


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    It’s Illegal to Leave Pets In Your Car in These States

    It may seem harmless, but you could be looking at jail time!


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    How to Declutter Your Home For Good

    Buried under your books? Closet clogged with clothing? Drowning in domestic gadgets? Then follow our guide to see how to...


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    When Was the Last Time You Cleaned Your Toilet Plunger?

    You take time to clean your toilet, so make sure to clean the plunger while you're at it, because it...


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    Here’s How to Clean Your Toilet Tank

    The toilet tank is one of the most overlooked spots in the bathroom. This is how to clean your toilet...


    12 Handy Hints for Using and Storing All of Your Fasteners

    Every legit DIYer has a stash of fasteners in their workshop that can quickly become a disorganized mess. These tips...


    What You Should Do With Your Old Cell Phone?

    Have a junk drawer filled with old cell phones? With phone companies recommending you to get a new cell phone...


    Insulate Basement Rim Joists

    Cut heat loss through the rim joists and tighten up your house with rigid foam insulation.


    Use Toothpaste to Clean Sneakers

    All you need is an old toothbrush and a little toothpaste to get your old sneakers looking like new! Non-gel...


    How to Prevent Bathroom Mold

    The first step to prevent bathroom mold is keeping tile dry


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    How to Get Rid of and Prevent Garden Voles

    Voles and moles both dig up your yard, but they’re different in many ways. Here’s what you need to know...


    How To Apply Texture to Ceilings and Walls

    Spray ceiling texture to add visual interest and hide imperfections. Keep reading to learn how to texture a ceiling and...


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    Here’s How to Keep Mice Out of Your Kitchen

    Now that the mouse is out of your kitchen, how do you keep it out for good? These tips will...


    No Toolbox? Here are 8 Alternatives That Really Work

    You want to keep your tools organized, but with various jobs and tools for every task, keeping things in order...


    How to Clean Roof Stains

    Is your roof marred by streaks and stains? Here's how to remove that ugly discoloration and keep it from coming...

    How to Test an Alternator

    Learn how to how to test an alternator without disconnecting your vehicle's battery.


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    10 Tips For Removing Mold and Mildew

    Keep it from coming back with mildew cleaner.


    How to Remove Sticker Residue

    Dab any type of kitchen cooking oil—olive, canola or sunflower—onto a paper towel. Then lay the paper towel over the...


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    How To Clean Furniture and Fight Odors Without Chemical Cleaners

    All-natural solutions can remove odors from your furniture—here's how to clean furniture!


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    How to Clean Hardwood Floors

    Learn how to clean hardwood floors naturally with household staples.


    Removing Stains on Leather Furniture With Natural Products

    Leave the harsh chemicals in the cupboard when removing stains on a leather couch or any leather in the house...

    How to Remove Permanent Marker on Laminate

    Dab some cooking oil onto a paper towel and then lay the paper towel over the stain that refuses to...


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    Cleaning Tips to Reduce Household Dust

    Studies show that the average six-room home in the United States collects 40 lbs. of dust each year. Sounds impressively...


    11 Tax-Related Documents You Should Never Throw Away

    The most important documents of your life aren't always easy to retrieve from their original source or even online. It's...


    The Best Way to Clean a Greasy Kitchen Range Hood Filter

    The standard way to clean the filter from a kitchen exhaust fan is to stick it in the dishwasher.


    The 10 Best Ways to Get Gum Out of Things

    Oh look, there's gum stuck to the carpet. Or the bottom of your shoe. Or your child's hair. Don't fret—there...


    Simple Bathroom Sink Drain Cleaner

    When my bathroom sink gets clogged, I don't reach for chemicals. Instead, I use a long zip tie. I cut...