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    7 Best Storage Containers and Bins to Get Your Home Organized

    Maximize space and bring order to your belongings with the best storage containers for the garage, playroom, basement and office


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    Does a Car’s A/C Use Gas and Can You Save Money Driving Without It

    Sure, you can sweat it out without turning on a vehicle's air conditioning. But is it worth the sacrifice?


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    Never Do These 50 Things to Your Home

    Your newfound free time presents a perfect time to tackle some DIY projects. Just don't make the mistakes and take...


    26 Houses That Will Make You Think an Extraterrestrial Lives There

    In a galaxy not far away, there are some incredible homes that look like they belong to aliens.


    10 Savvy Hacks for Your Shoes

    These seriously clever shoe hacks will have you jumping for joy!


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    A One-Week Plan For Cleaning Your Entire House

    Over the course of a week these cleaning ideas will make the whole house shine. Spend one day on each...


    How to Remove Salt Stains from Your Car’s Carpet During Winter

    Get rid of wintery residue with these methods for cleaning salt stains.


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    6 Cleaning Products You Should Never Mix

    Cleaning days are hard enough. Make sure you avoid these mixtures to prevent accidents or other harm.

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    11 Best Outdoor Décor Ideas for Adding Curb Appeal

    These outdoor decorations range in price and ease so that you can find the perfect addition to your front yard.


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    10 Practical and Charming Entryway Furniture Ideas

    The entrance to your home should be stylish yet organized. Find out how to achieve both with these inspiring entryway...


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    What to Know About Cabin Insurance

    If you wonder if you need cabin insurance, the answer is probably yes. Learn about insurance for your backwoods cabin,...


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    Kids Desks With Storage: 7 Great Ideas

    If your kid's at-home workspace is always a mess, one of these desks with built-in storage may be the answer.


    7 Best Under-Bed Shoe Storage Solutions to Eliminate Clutter

    Short on shoe storage? Look under the bed! This space is ideal for storing shoes, especially with one of these...


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    History of Women in Construction

    Whether digging trenches or designing skyscrapers, women throughout history have left their professional mark on the construction industry.


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    History of Women’s Property Rights and Ownership

    In the U.S., the answer to the question "When could women own property?" is, "Not until relatively recently." Here's why.


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    Must-Have Modern Furniture for Your Cabin

    You're farther from civilization, but that doesn't mean you can't have civilized style. Upgrade your cabin's random furniture with something...


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    10 Best Storage Cabinets for Your Home Office

    Keep paperwork and office supplies organized and out of sight with one of these attractive yet functional office storage cabinets.

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    7 Repairs Your Home Emergency Fund Should Cover

    You can't control when your home will need a costly fix, but you can control whether you have enough cash...


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    What to Know About Frozen Pipes

    Don't let frozen water pipes cause a flood. Here's what to know about frozen pipes, including how to prevent them...


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    10 Women-Owned Businesses in the Construction Industry

    To mark Women's History Month (March) and International Women's Day (March 8), we're showcasing outstanding women business owners in the...


    Composite Decking That Doesn’t Burn and Is Perfect For Summer

    Don't build a deck you can't walk on during the hot summer months


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    7 Things Solar Panel Companies Don’t Tell You

    Installing solar panels in your home can lower your environmental footprint and your monthly bills, but there are also some...


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    11 Carpet Cleaning Hacks All Homeowners Should Know

    Why spend money for a professional carpet cleaner when you have these handy carpet cleaning hacks?

    45 Weird Home Improvement Terms All DIYers Should Know

    What the heck are space balls? If you’re updating your kitchen soon, you best find out! Learn about this and...


    15 Alternatives to Ordinary Wrapping Paper

    Move over traditional wrapping paper—there are plenty of creative ways to wrap gifts that go beyond the store-bought roll of...


    Best Tool Storage and Transport Ideas From Pros

    Pros reveal their favorite tried-and-true ways to haul and store tools. Check out these ingenious solutions and see which ones...


    50 Cleaning Secrets to Make Your Home Shine

    Use these tried-and-true tricks for getting all areas of your home squeaky clean.


    Do I Really Need to Sort My Laundry By Color?

    Do you really need to separate laundry by color and type? For prolonging the life of your washables, the short...


    12 Bad Home Decorating Habits You Should Stop Immediately

    Are you guilty of these bad home decorating habits? Your design should make sense and not confuse your guests.