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How to Make a DIY Dog House

Your dog will love it. And so will you.


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15 Trees You Should Never Grow in Your Yard

Trees can add beauty and value to a home landscape — if you plant the right species and find the...


How To Make Your Own Barn Wood

It’s easy to do, looks authentic and saves you a fortune!


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10 Tips for Leaf Composting This Fall

Put your fallen leaves to work in a compost pile.


8 Best Car Polishes of 2024

Want to improve your vehicle's sheen, but aren't sure which is the best car polish? Learn about eight great polish...


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What Is Tree Wrap and How Do I Use It?

Discover how tree wrap can protect your vulnerable trees from winter's harsh conditions.


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Protect Your Plants from Frost During a Cold Snap

Don't leave your plants out in the cold by leaving them unprotected as frost approaches.


The Science Behind Concrete and Why it Matters for Pros

Ever wonder what concrete is really made of? Read this and find out.

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7 Ways to Prepare Your Lawn for the Fall

Learn the best ways to prep your lawn for fall.


11 Things You Can Do With a Pile of Leaves

From composting to mulching to decorating your home, or just having some backyard fun, you can do a lot with...


How to Fix an Electrical Cord Chewed by Your Pet

You can repair a chewed cord without calling a pro. Here's how.


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How to Clean and Unclog a Kitchen Sink Drain

With two simple tools — a plunger and a drain snake — you can clear 95 percent of your stopped-up...


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How to Properly Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

Sharpening a lawnmower blades sounds like a tougher job than it is. In most cases, you can do it in...


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How to Build a Backyard DIY Ring Toss Game

Your whole family will love this fun yard game.


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Above-Ground vs. In-Ground Pools

Ready to say 'yes' to a pool? From costs, convenience, longevity and maintenance, learn the differences between an above ground...


50 Crucial Fall Maintenance Tasks You Should Never Forget

You'll definitely regret skipping over any of these important home maintenance tasks this fall.


Fixing Warped Deck Joists

Warped deck joists can be a problem, whether you're building a new deck or resurfacing an old one. Joists dry...

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12 Most Common Mistakes When Pouring Concrete

If you avoid these common mistakes, the concrete will look great and last for decades.


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How to Upgrade Your Shower in a Weekend

Get an impressive shower upgrade without breaking the bank or turning your basement into a jobsite.


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How to Increase Storage Space In Your Bathroom

Turn unused bathroom space into a hidden yet functional cabinet. 


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Expert Tips for an Easy Faucet Installation

We caught up with Joe Barnes, a second-generation master plumber with more than 30 years of experience, to tackle...


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Pouring Concrete Patio: A First Timer’s Guide

Poured concrete makes a terrific backyard patio and it's easier to succeed than you might think. Here's how to get...


This is the Absolute Best Flooring for Increasing Home Value

So, can the right flooring actually increase your home's value? The answer is, yes.

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What to Know About Home Saunas

Considering adding a home sauna? Here's what you need to know about cost, installation and maintenance.


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How to Build a DIY Hammock Stand

Build a sturdy, foldable hammock stand for minimal cost in one afternoon. Here's how.


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Paint Ideas That Make Small Spaces Look Bigger

Whether it's a reflection of light or trick of the eye, these paint colors and ideas can help cramped quarters...


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20 Home Maintenance Tasks to Always Do in Fall

Prevent future headaches by doing these projects in the fall, before it gets too cold.


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29 Painting Tool Hacks To Get Your Projects Rolling

Whether you’re changing the color of your walls, polishing jewelry or ripping a long board, these painting tool hacks will...


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7 Tips for Choosing the Right White Paint

White paint is white hot, but it can also be really hard to nail the right one. Use these seven...