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    Eclectic Interior Design: Understanding the Key Elements

    Master the cool and collected eclectic style with these easy tips from the experts.


    Test Drive Your DIY Projects with Free 3D Software

    Three-dimensional modeling is no longer restricted to expensive, difficult software. Here's how to use 3D modeling software to streamline your...


    The 9 Best Winter Work Gloves, Tested by Editors and Tradespeople

    These are the best winter work gloves that kept our editors warm and protected during all their cold-weather...


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    Farmhouse Interior Design: Understanding the Key Elements

    With these designer tips, you'll have your interior looking like Joanna Gaines designed it herself.


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    Why Brake Fluid Goes Bad

    While all the fluids in our vehicles are essential, brake fluid plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and...


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    Tornado Watch vs. Warning: What’s the Difference?

    These critical weather alerts can save your life. Know how to respond when you're under a tornado watch or warning.


    Bohemian Interior Design: Understanding the Key Elements

    Do like the poets, writers and rock stars do and embrace the eclecticism of boho style with these designer secrets.


    Industrial Interior Design: Understanding the Key Elements

    Fresh from the factory: All about industrial interior design and easy ways to bring it home.

    The 5 Best Pet Stain Removers of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

    We tested pet stain removers to find the best options for eliminating spots on carpet, hard floor and upholstery. Our...


    The Top 11 Bathroom Trends of 2024, According to Interior Designers

    Redoing your bathroom but don't know where to start? Check out the top bathroom trends of 2024.


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    Maximalist Interior Design: Understanding the Key Elements

    Move over, Marie Kondo: Make way for the more is more of maximalist style.


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    LED vs. Halogen Headlights: What’s the Difference?

    Both produce a much brighter, directed light beam than traditional incandescent headlights, making driving safer.


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    Beginner’s Guide to Rainwater Collection (With Top 7 Benefits)

    Sustainable, economical and increasingly vital. Here's why rainwater collection is trending, and what to know about using it in your...


    The Eleven Percent: Meet Tonda Thompson, Woodworker and Community Advocate

    Tonda Thompson talks about the connection between the trades and social justice, serial entrepreneurship and the power of an impact...


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    When Is Tornado Season?

    It's coming up! Be aware, and stay safe.


    Is the 7th Avenue Sectional The Best Cloud Couch Dupe? The 7th Avenue Couch Review

    This 7th Avenue sectional claims to be water-repellent and stain-resistant. But how does this modular sofa compare to its Cloud...


    The 4 Best Garage Storage Systems, Tested by Editors

    Looking to organize a typically forgotten spot in your home? These are the best garage storage systems for...

    How Much Does Wheel Bearing Replacement Cost?

    Driving on a bad or failing wheel bearing is dangerous. If ignored, it can quickly turn into a safety issue...


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    9 Bad Wheel Bearing Symptoms To Look Out For

    Wheel bearings are crucial for safe driving. Would you recognize the signs if one of your wheel bearings is failing?


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    Making the Leap From DIY to Construction Pro

    Wondering if you can take your DIY skills and go pro? Here's what you need to know, and how to...


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    The Biggest Ways To Cut Your Carbon Footprint Might Surprise You

    Read on to learn the most powerful personal actions you can take. Spoiler alert: Recycling and home solar are not...


    What Are Traction Boards and How Do You Use Them?

    Want to avoid getting your vehicle hopelessly stuck this winter? Traction boards are worth considering. Learn all about them here.


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    How To Check and Change Power Steering Fluid

    Power steering fluid is vital to our driving pleasure and safety. Learn to recognize when it's time to change it...

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    4 Light Bulb Base Types To Know About

    It's important to get the right base!


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    What Are All-Weather Tires?

    Choosing the right tires is important for driving performance, safety and pleasure. Learn whether all-weather tires are right for your...


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    These 10 Sustainable Home Technologies Will Change the Way We Live

    From food-spoiler apps to self-healing concrete, it's an exciting time for home tech. Here are some new products in the...


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    How to Clean a Computer Screen and Keyboard

    Tough to see your computer screen through all the smudges and fingerprints? Here's how to rectify that, pronto.


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    How To Clean and Disinfect a Phone Case

    Follow these simple steps to keep your phone case clean as a whistle.


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    9 Half-Wall Paneling Ideas To Enhance Your Home

    Install half-wall paneling, aka wainscoting, to add architectural detail and a layer of protection to any room. Check out some...