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    Best Storage Beds and Hidden Storage Beds to Keep You Organized in 2024

    Storage might not always be synonymous with style, but it is possible. Elegant solutions to space-saving and organization exist, right...


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    10 Surprising Things That Decrease Property Value

    Your home is one of your biggest purchases, so it makes sense that you'd want to protect your investment. Read...


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    Copycat Neighbors: Flattering or Flat Out Annoying?

    A majority of homeowners admit to copying a neighbors' decor or home design, but a majority of people who were...


    Why Do People Leave Their Windshield Wipers up in the Winter?

    More people are pulling up their windshield wipers during inclement weather to prevent them freezing in place, but some prefer...


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    How to Clean Your Engine Bay

    Extend the life of your engine and preserve the value of your vehicle by learning how to clean the engine...


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    Here’s What to Do if Your Snowblower Won’t Start

    When the snow flies, here's what you need to do to get an obstinate snowblower started.


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    You Love Your New House But It Smells, What to Do

    If you recently moved into a new house and you've detected a bad smell, you might be second guessing your...


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    The Best Ways to Trap Mice

    Proper trap baiting and placement are essential to successfully eliminating mice from your home. Follow these tips and techniques to...

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    How to Clean Stainless Steel

    Stainless steel appliances show every fingerprint, smudge and streak. Check out the best cleaning solutions, products and step-by-step instructions for...


    How to Remove Paint Scratches from a Car

    From barely-there scratches to deeper notches, we show you how to remove scratches from a car, along with the best...


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    DIY Wooden Garage Cabinets & Plans

    Inexpensive, enormous and surprisingly easy to build


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    10 Things You Should Know About Gasoline

    Do you think premium gas is free of ethanol and the best choice for small engines? Do you ever treat...


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    10 Unique Ideas for Decorating Tall Walls

    The 10-foot ceilings hooked you and you signed on the dotted line. But now what do you do with those...


    The Best Carpet Cleaning Machines for Your Home

    For dirt, stains and everyday messes, what's the best carpet steam cleaner? Here are our picks for best carpet cleaners,...


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    How to Increase Your Car Battery’s Life

    Double that car battery life and save some serious dough! These tips will keep your car's battery in tip-top condition...


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    Your Car Won’t Handle The Rest of the Winter Without These 8 Fixes

    Winter is not over yet. Make sure that your car is ready to take on the snow, ice, and cold.


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    8 Tips on How to Clean White Shoes

    You'll thank us for these genius and easy tips for how to clean white shoes. Read on to learn how...

    How to Change a Tire

    Do you know how to change a tire? It's really not that difficult. Here are some tips that will make...


    Tips and Tools for Achieving Better Painting Results

    Seasoned professional painters have learned from experience what paint works best in any situation, what equipment is durable and yields...


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    21 Home Improvement Projects to Tackle in 2024

    A new year means a new start on home improvement projects. Tackle these to-do list items this year.


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    What Is Cleaning Vinegar and How to Use It

    Find out why cleaning vinegar is better than white vinegar for household chores.


    10 Ways to Organize and Store Paper Bags

    Got a lot of paper bags laying around the house? Here's how to organize them.


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    8 Ways to Organize and Store Plastic Bags

    Have a barrage of plastic bags fly out of your cabinet every time you open it? Put an end to...

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    50 Storage and Organizing Problem-Solvers

    Find a place for everything with these brilliant storage and organizing ideas for your home.


    37 Clever Handy Hints Under $5

    These genius ideas will save you time and trouble during home improvement projects. And each costs less than $5 to...


    Efficient Workshop Essentials: Best Hardware and Screw Organizers Reviewed

    When it comes to sorting and storing the nuts and bolts of your life, a hardware organizer will get the...


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    Repair a Rear Window Defogger With a Rear Defroster Repair Kit

    Pick up an inexpensive defogger repair kit and complete the repair in less than 30 minutes.


    9 Best Practices for Winter Driving

    If you live in a part of the country that gets cold and sees accumulating snow, you know driving in...


    How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree

    What do you do with a Christmas tree once the holidays are done? You could just throw it away —...