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    17 Quirky Gifts for the Gadget Lover on Your List

    You'll get a kick out of giving these gadgets to your techie friends and family.


    How To Clean Butcher Block Countertops

    Cleaning butcher block countertops only takes a few minutes, but regular maintenance is necessary to prevent hygiene problems.


    What are Subscription-based Recycling Services and Can I Join One in My City?

    Find out what subscription-based recycling is and if it's available in your town.


    Top 30 Mistakes DIYers Make When Remodeling a Kitchen

    Get out of your own way by not falling for these kitchen remodeling mistakes.


    Genius Last-Minute Stocking Stuffers for DIYers

    In search of a great gift to give your favorite DIYer? Here are some stocking stuffer ideas for the home...


    Why You Should Shop Bullseye’s Playground, Target’s Online Dollar Section

    Introducing the revamped Target dollar section, Bullseye's Playground, which is chock full of all the things you can't live without,...


    How to Operate a Skid Steer

    Renting and operating a skid steer can be intimidating. Read our tips on how to operate a skid steer properly...


    Wall Stencils Are Back In Style! Here are 15 We Love

    Whether a bold accent or a muted, texturized wall is your goal, these stencils will bring trendy, chic and unique...

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    12 Things to NEVER do While Driving

    Most of these things are no-brainer mistakes that you should avoid while driving. Unfortunately, there's no shortage of apparently brainless...


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    How Often Should You Change Your Brake Pads?

    Determining how often you should change your brake pads is not rocket science. Your ears will provide the answer if...


    15 DIY Halloween Duct Tape Costumes for 2023

    Who’s got the best DIY Halloween duct tape costumes? The kids from Destination Imagination every year. Each year Destination Imagination...


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    What Happens To Your Car When You Drive Through High Water

    Driving through high water can have a disastrous effect on your car's engine. This is what happens when you drive...


    The Best Kitchen Items to Buy at Kohl’s Right Now

    From appliances and gadgets to decor, here are the must-have kitchen items at Kohl's.


    21 Clever Hacks to Make Everything in Your Home Smell Amazing

    Sure, fresh flowers can help a room smell lovely, but what about the rest of the house? That's where these...


    Spookiest Target Halloween Decorations You Must Have for 2022

    The scariest day of the year is right around the corner and we found the most boo-tiful décor available only...


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    Cheap Flooring Ideas: 10 Best Low-Cost Alternatives to Hardwood Flooring

    Flooring is one expense that can eat up a large portion of a remodel budget, but you don't have to...


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    Why Don’t All Cars Have a Rear Windshield Wiper?

    Why don't all cars have a rear windshield wiper? A number of factors go into the decision, like fuel economy...

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    18 Car Maintenance Tasks to Do in Fall

    Be sure to take a look at these items on your car before winter strikes


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    How To Test GFCI Outlets

    GFCIs save lives. Learn how to test your GFCIs two ways, with these instructions.


    How to Install a Floor Outlet

    Install a floor outlet and say goodbye to hazardous extension cords.


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    How to Add Outlets Easily With Surface Wiring

    Running wiring in surface channels eliminates the big job of opening walls.


    Smart Light Switches

    Easy-to-install smart light switches deliver more safety, convenience and can cut your energy bills.


    How to Install an Outdoor Outlet

    Install an Exterior Outlet

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    19 Home Items You Should Be Cleaning Every Month

    Do these simple yet often overlooked cleaning tasks monthly to avoid major messes and costly repairs down the road.


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    How to Make a Doorway Into an Arch

    Using drywall and Masonite to create a curved doorway.


    12 Inspired Ways to Embellish Stair Risers

    Do your stair risers need a little TLC? We often lavish attention on other surfaces around the home but the...


    30 Cars That Are Plummeting in Value

    That sweet-smelling new car starts losing value the moment you drive it off the dealer's lot. According to AutoTrader.com, "the...


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    14 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Wash in the Dishwasher

    No, you can't wash your cat in the dishwasher. But, here are 10 things you may not know that you...


    Tips for Loosening Nuts, Bolts and Screws

    Struggling with a stuck screw, bolt, or other fastener? We asked a trio of pros to share their best tips...