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    How to Clean a Humidifier

    Here's our expert guide for how to clean your humidifier, the common household cleaning supplies to do so and why...


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    How to Clean Tile Grout With Household Cleaning Products

    You don't have to buy anything fancy or expensive to get your grout clean.


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    10 Most Common Causes of Bad Smells at Home

    If you notice bad smells in your house, you'll have to sniff out the source in order to get rid...


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    Here’s How Far You Can Actually Drive on Empty

    How far can you actually drive on those last few gallons of gas?


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    10 Simple Ways to Stay Warm This Winter and Lower Utility Bills

    The weather outside is frightful, but it doesn't need to feel that way indoors. These fixes help keep the cold...


    How to Remove and Get Paint Out of Clothes

    Find out how to remove paint from clothes with these tried and true methods.


    This Easy Trick Will Defrost Your Car Window in Seconds

    How to clear off a car window in just a few seconds.


    How to Use a Portable Generator Safely During an Emergency

    Generators are only as safe as you make them. Here's how to keep your house powered, and your family safe,...

    How to Identify Different Types of Earwigs

    With dozens of species found all over the world, you can find a variety of earwig around the home or...


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    10 Vegetables You Should Start Indoors

    Even if you're stuck inside you can still start preparing for your vegetable garden. Here are 10 veggies that work...


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    How to Clean Baseboards

    Cleaning baseboards is easy. We’ll show you how to clean baseboards quickly and efficiently.


    Are Earwigs Dangerous to People and Pets?

    Earwigs are an intimidating insect to see around the home. But are they actually dangerous?


    An Earwig’s Life Cycle and Infestations in the House

    Earwig infestations are quite rare to come across, but knowing more about an earwig's life cycle can help illuminate why...


    How To Get Rid of Earwigs in the Home and Yard

    Earwigs are actually good to have around, in moderation. But if they're starting to overrun your life, here's what to...


    18 Facts You Need to Know About the Pincher Bug

    Pest or prodigy? Here's what to know about the wide, wondrous world of earwigs, aka pincher bugs.


    Earwig Pest Control – A Guide to the Common “Pincher Bug”

    Finding an earwig in the home can be a startling encounter due to their distinguished pincers. But these common household...


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    How to Clean Lampshades

    Cleaning lampshades is easy. We'll show you how to clean lampshades of all materials.

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    Best Storage Beds and Hidden Storage Beds to Keep You Organized in 2024

    Storage might not always be synonymous with style, but it is possible. Elegant solutions to space-saving and organization exist, right...


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    10 Surprising Things That Decrease Property Value

    Your home is one of your biggest purchases, so it makes sense that you'd want to protect your investment. Read...


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    Copycat Neighbors: Flattering or Flat Out Annoying?

    A majority of homeowners admit to copying a neighbors' decor or home design, but a majority of people who were...


    Why Do People Leave Their Windshield Wipers up in the Winter?

    More people are pulling up their windshield wipers during inclement weather to prevent them freezing in place, but some prefer...


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    How to Clean Your Engine Bay

    Extend the life of your engine and preserve the value of your vehicle by learning how to clean the engine...


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    Here’s What to Do if Your Snowblower Won’t Start

    When the snow flies, here's what you need to do to get an obstinate snowblower started.

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    You Love Your New House But It Smells, What to Do

    If you recently moved into a new house and you've detected a bad smell, you might be second guessing your...


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    The Best Ways to Trap Mice

    Proper trap baiting and placement are essential to successfully eliminating mice from your home. Follow these tips and techniques to...


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    How to Clean Stainless Steel

    Stainless steel appliances show every fingerprint, smudge and streak. Check out the best cleaning solutions, products and step-by-step instructions for...


    How to Remove Paint Scratches from a Car

    From barely-there scratches to deeper notches, we show you how to remove scratches from a car, along with the best...


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    DIY Wooden Garage Cabinets & Plans

    Inexpensive, enormous and surprisingly easy to build


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    10 Things You Should Know About Gasoline

    Do you think premium gas is free of ethanol and the best choice for small engines? Do you ever treat...