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  • Woman hanging up a set of white string lights
    By Colin Fritz 14 hours ago

    Drape Your Backyard Fence In Lights With This Easy Dollar Tree Hack

    Adding string lights to your backyard doesn't have to be expensive or complicated -- a TikTok creator shows how a few Dollar Tree supplies make it easy.

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  • Stacks of wood pallets against blue sky
    By Jane LaCroix 17 hours ago

    Resourceful DIYer Uses Wood Pallets For An Alternative To An In-Ground Swimming Pool

    An above-ground pool doesn't have to look basic or break the budget. See how one resourceful DIYer transforms a simple backyard swimming setup.

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  • Person picking up concrete block with a gloved hand
    By Amy Freeman 2 days ago

    Transform Concrete Blocks Into A Charming Backyard Bridge

    Many of us daydream about walking over a cute garden bridge into a lush forest or flower field. Make that dream a reality with this easy and affordable DIY.

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  • Collection of flap wheels and discs for a bench grinder.
    By Chris Deziel 3 days ago

    Can You Use A Bench Grinder To Sand Wood? Here's What We Found

    At first glance, it might seem like a bench grinder can't be used to sand wood. However, we took a closer look, and what we found might surprise you.

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  • person inserting a solar light in the ground in a garden
    By Shelley Frost 3 days ago

    Woman Uses Dollar Tree Solar Lights To Create The Cutest Outdoor Chandelier

    An outdoor chandelier? Absolutely! Spruce up your patio, porch or backyard with this eco-friendly and customizable DIY using solar lights from Dollar Tree.

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  • Young smiling woman drinking tea and looking through the window at home.
    By Natalie Howard 3 days ago

    She Uses Plastic Egg Cartons To Insulate Windows, But Does It Work?

    Turning empty egg cartons into window insulation sounds like a money win, and a closer look at the strategy's logistics gives insight into its effectiveness.

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  • Person arranging concrete blocks
    By Cayla Leonard 7 days ago

    16 Ways To Transform Concrete Blocks Into Home & Garden Treasures

    If you love a minimalist, industrial look, you'll love these affordable DIY ideas, using concrete blocks to transform any space in your home.

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  • A close-up shot of a man cutting artificial turf with a utility knife
    By Emily Ray 7 days ago

    Woman Uses Home Depot Artificial Turf For A Backyard Makeover With An Impressive DIY

    Your backyard can look amazing while requiring minimal maintenance. This stunning, realistic makeover involving Home Depot artificial turf proves it.

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  • A construction worker installing a drywall panel
    By Ron Baker 8 days ago

    Out With Drywall: A Lightweight And More Durable Alternative

    Lighter, cheaper, and easier to install, this waterproof wall panel is the perfect alternative to drywall -- especially for areas that struggle with moisture.

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  • Two trash bins sitting on a slope
    By Chris Deziel 9 days ago

    Sick Of Your Outdoor Trash Cans Sitting On A Slope? This Affordable Hack Fixes It

    Tired of having your garbage bins slip down your sloped driveway? You don't have to pour new concrete; instead, try this easy DIY that can affordably level it.

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  • A building with white downspouts angled over a walkway into a small garden
    By Cayla Leonard 10 days ago

    DIYers Hide Unsightly Downspouts With A Smart Design

    Rain downspouts aren't the most eye-catching home feature, which is why this homeowner hides them with a clever hack that also protects the house's foundations.

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  • A woman holds a drill and smiles
    By Rob Johnstone 10 days ago

    Forget The Bench Grinder: Sharpen Drill Bits Using A Tool You Already Have

    Sharpening your twist drill bits can be a frustrating task. However, you don't need to use a bench grinder if you own this other common tool.

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  • Bags of cat litter in a bathroom on top of a dehumidifier
    By Ron Baker 11 days ago

    Is Cat Litter Actually A Good Dehumidifier? We Put It To The Test

    We weren't so sure when we heard you could use cat litter to help dehumidify a room. Our own Ron Baker puts this to the test to see if this claim is true.

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  • Couple on patio with metal lawn outdoor furniture
    By Chris Deziel 12 days ago

    Not A Bench Grinder: Renew Outdoor Furniture With A Highly Rated Lowe's Product

    Upgrading your outdoor furniture can be a hassle if there are many layers of paint to work through. However, this top-rated Lowe's product could make it easy.

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  • Suburban deck with patio furniture and pergola
    By Alexandra Upton 15 days ago

    Forget Wood Decks: A Sustainable And Durable Alternative For Your Backyard

    Wood decking can be tough to maintain, but a fast-growing alternative offers impressive strength and durability while making a smaller environmental impact.

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  • White kitchen cabinets with empty spaces on top of them
    By Kristeen Cherney 16 days ago

    9 Creative Ways To Fill The Empty Space Above Your Cabinets

    If you have empty space above any of your cabinets, either in the kitchen or bathroom, get creative with these decor ideas and inspiration to make the area pop.

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  • A woman uses sandpaper on a piece of wood
    By Rob Johnstone 17 days ago

    Forget Sandpaper: Remove Paint And More With An Easy-To-Use Lowe's Find

    This easy-to-use Lowe's find helps you remove paint from paneling and intricate surfaces. It's also great to remove gunk from gardening tools, chainsaws, more.

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  • Person cleaning an outdoor AC unit
    By Shelley Frost 20 days ago

    Ditch Store Bought: DIYer Uses Old Wood Pallets To Cover Up An Unsightly AC Unit

    Your outdoor AC unit is likely not the most flattering welcome to your home. This wood pallet DIY will cover it up with minimal woodworking skills needed.

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  • Person pressure washing their driveway.
    By Derek Rose 21 days ago

    Gravel Vs. Chip Seal: Which Driveway Is Easier To Live With?

    When deciding between gravel and chip seal for a material to use on your driveway, it's important to consider everything these two options entail.

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  • Woman sprays Windex on a glass window while holing cleaning cloth in hand
    By Alison Kasch 21 days ago

    Spraying Windex On Caulk: Why It Is Recommended And What It Is For

    Applying caulk to seal your sink or bathtub is one task that tends to get messy quickly. But there's a Windex hack making rounds online that could help.

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  • A dull and damaged twist drill bit
    By Ron Baker 22 days ago

    Forget Dull Drill Bits: Easily Sharpen Them With These Amazon Finds For Under $40

    Dull drill bits can lead to overheating, damaged work, ruined bits, and more. These drill bit sharpeners from Amazon are a budget-friendly solution.

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  • Closeup of a man's shoes standing on a cracked asphalt driveway
    By Cayla Leonard 22 days ago

    How To Fix Cracks In Asphalt Driveways In Two Simple Steps

    Cracked asphalt isn't just an eyesore; those little gaps can get worse over time. Luckily, you don't need a professional or fancy tools to fix your driveway.

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  • Joanna Gaines in a white kitchen
    By Kathleen Marshall 24 days ago

    Not A Mirror: Joanna Gaines' Clever Trick For Making A Small Kitchen Look Bigger

    If you feel claustrophobic in your own kitchen, take a cue from Joanna Gaines and try this simple, budget-friendly addition to instantly open up the space.

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  • Person moving concrete blocks from a stack
    By Emily Ray 24 days ago

    He Makes An Epic Outdoor Grill Using Concrete Blocks

    DIYing an outdoor grill doesn't have to be difficult. This clever creator builds a BBQ out of cinder blocks, and proves that you don't even need to use mortar.

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  • A suburban home with gravel driveway.
    By Alexandra Upton 28 days ago

    Swap Gravel Driveways For An Eco-Friendly, Low-Maintenance Material

    Gravel driveways are a popular choice for homeowners, but there are disadvantages with this low-cost choice. Instead, opt for this eco-friendly material.

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  • Chip Gaines working on concrete patio.
    By Alexandra Upton 28 days ago

    Ditch The Wood Deck And Patio: The Stylish Alternative Chip And Joanna Gaines Used Instead

    Chip and Joanna Gaines are known for their innovative, rustic designs, so it may be surprising to learn what material they use for some decks and patios.

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  • Person in workshop holding a cardboard box of nails
    By Sakshi Khaitan 29 days ago

    Keep Your Stash Of Nails Rust-Free With This Clever WD-40 Hack

    Practically every American home has a can of WD-40 stored somewhere, which makes this a pretty convenient hack for protecting nails from rust.

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