House and Components

A house is much more than just a collection of rooms. Here’s everything that goes into making your house a home.

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    How Much Does an Outdoor Kitchen Cost?

    The cost depends on your choices for essential components and location, plus how much you're willing to DIY vs. hiring...




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    10 Tips for Painting Plaster Walls

    Time-tested advice for this challenging painting task, including DIY tips on plaster wall repair for long-lasting results.


    5 Best Vacuums for Laminate Floors

    Keep calm and vacuum on—especially with these vacuums designed for your laminate floors.


    Add Wire-Free Wall Sconces to Any Room with This Hack

    Want to spruce up your home's lighting quickly and easily? Learn how to install wire-free wall sconces in just a...


    Keep Outdoor Furniture Protected with the 10 Best Water-Repellent Sprays

    Preserve the quality and prolong the lifespan of your fabric with the best water-repellent sprays around.


    Sleep Soundly Every Night with the 12 Best Pillows on Amazon

    Replace your flat, worn-out bed pillow and get a better night's sleep with the best pillows on Amazon.

    Renew Your Vinyl Floors With This Painting Project

    Can you paint vinyl flooring? Yes! It's a budget-friendly, easy alternative to replacing it, bringing new life to tired vinyl...


    The 7 Best Garbage Disposals to Eliminate Food Waste

    Say goodbye to smelly sinks and full trash cans!


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    Is Heat Pump Refrigerant Safe?

    The rise of heat pumps puts a focus on the refrigerants they use. They are getting more eco-friendly, but so...


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    How To Hang Outdoor String Lights

    Softy illuminated warm summer nights on the patio are just a few steps away. Here's how to hang string lights...


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    Dry Sauna vs. Wet Sauna: What’s the Difference?

    Dry saunas have been around for thousands of years. Steam makes the wet sauna experience more luxurious but reduces the...


    The Blueland Cleaning Kit Review: Made My House Sparkle and Reduces Plastic Waste

    You mean we can reduce our plastic consumption while still having a clean house? We're so in.


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    What Really Goes Into the Price of a Home?

    Understand how homebuilders price their homes (and make money) with this detailed guide to new home sales costs.


    Airthings Wave: Best Radon Detectors for Your Home According to Professionals

    Put your health first and keep tabs on your home's radon levels!


    I Tried Boll & Branch Sheets, and They’re the 100% Cotton Bedding of My Dreams

    In this Boll & Branch sheets review, I do the investigative dirty work on this famed bedding to see if...

    3 Types of Shower Tile Options to Avoid, According to an Interior Designer

    Avoid these dated (or soon-to-be-dated) shower tile ideas if you're looking to redo your bathroom.


    Best Shower Filters for Healthy Skin and Hair, Tested & Reviewed

    The best shower filter can improve your skin, hair and nails by upgrading your home’s water quality. Go...


    Elegant Ideas for Stair Carpet Runners and Treads That Will Enhance Your Home

    Step up your staircase game (pun intended) with these stair carpet ideas!


    This Clever Wall Outlet Shelf Makes a Convenient Home for Charging Gadgets

    Clear your countertop of clutter with this wall outlet shelf, aka the best Amazon find you'll see today.


    If You See This Asterisk Shaped Wall Plate, This Is What It’s For

    If you have these in your home and were unsure of what they are, we can break it down for...


    Stylish Front Door Awning and Door Overhang Ideas for the Perfect Welcome

    Kick up your curb appeal in a flash with these front door awning ideas!

    This Water Sensor Alarm Prevents Flooded Basements (and It’s on Sale)

    If you're already investing in your basement with air purifiers and dehumidifiers, don't sleep on the Basement Watchdog...


    See What’s Really in Your Tap or Well with the Varify Water Test Kit

    Is your water safe? Testing your water at home is as easy as dunking a test strip.


    If You See These Triangles on Stairs, This Is What It Means

    They're stair dust corners, and they're there for a good reason.


    This Monitor Light Bar Offers Task Lighting for Late-Night Computer Work

    A monitor light bar offers task lighting for late-night computer work, and it will completely transform your productivity...


    I Tried Bearaby’s Weighted Blanket – Is It Really Worth It? (Honest Review!)

    Need soothing and restful slumber? The Bearaby weighted blanket is what you need to sleep like a dream.


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    How to Build Shelves for Your Basement

    Construct this simple shelving unit and get your basement organized in no time.