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Experts By Rob Johnstone 5 days ago

Level Up Your Kitchen Knife Sharpening Game With This Clever Sharpie Trick

The task of sharpening your kitchen knives can be a lot more challenging than it looks, but this Sharpie hack helps to ensure you get an even edge every time.

Sparkling clean area between wall and toilet base in modern bathroom

Cleaning Hacks By Madisen Swenson 5 days ago

The Best Way To Clean Behind Your Toilet And Keep It Spotless

Even if you clean your toilet regularly, you may still be missing one important section — behind it. Here's the best way to get that area clean and fresh.

Portrait of Joanna Gaines in warm glowy lighting

Decor By Nicole Wisniewski 5 days ago

Ditch Red And Green: Joanna Gaines' Whimsical Christmas Tree Is A Holiday Showstopper

The Magnolia designer ditches traditional holiday colors for a stunning alternative palette that transforms Christmas trees into elegant focal points.

closeup of gloved hand wiping down cabinets

Cleaning Hacks By Rob Johnstone 5 days ago

The Pantry Staples That Will Make Your Grimy Kitchen Cabinets Shine

Using two common household products that you probably already have in your kitchen, you can create a paste that will make cleaning cabinet surfaces a breeze.

Furniture By Adrian Suppes 5 days ago

Farewell To Coffee Tables: This Practical And Stylish Replacement Is Gaining Popularity

Coffee tables have been a standard fixture in the typical living room layout for years, but now customers are embracing this alternative furniture piece.

Design Hacks By Adrian Suppes 6 days ago

Stylish DIY Ways To Cover Up Ugly Wire Shelves And Upgrade Your Closet

Let's face it: Wire shelves are ugly. They constantly remind you of how unsightly they are, and to make matters worse, their design is often disruptive.

Organization & Storage By Nicole Wisniewski 6 days ago

The Costco Kitchen Organization Find Shoppers Are Using In Every Room Of The House

If you're looking for an organizing solution that can fit anywhere in the house, and not just in the kitchen, look not further than Costco's latest find.

Design Hacks By Erika Dale 6 days ago

Say Goodbye To Tangled Garden Hose Eyesores With A Stylish IKEA Hack

With just one or two tools, you can use this easy DIY project to transform an IKEA cabinet into the perfect wall-mounted storage container for unsightly hoses.

Colorful flowers planted in beds in a yard

Pests, Weeds & Problems By Jessica Steinhoff 6 days ago

Keep Weeds From Growing In Flower Beds With One Essential Addition To The Soil

Weeds can rob your flower beds from their much-needed sunlight and soil nutrients, but mulch could be the key to keeping your plants healthy.

man changing a water filter inside his fridge

Experts By Gabrielle Hondorp 6 days ago

If You Never Change Your Fridge's Water Filter, Here's What Will Happen

It's easy to procrastinate when your water filter needs to be changed, but plumbing expert Joseph Wade told Hunker that waiting is riskier than you think.

Decor By Ryan Cashman 6 days ago

Breathtaking Vintage Lamps Found At Estate Sale Called The 'Score Of A Lifetime'

These popular lamps are the type of estate sale find you'll want to brag about on social media, but you'll need to make sure you've got the real deal first.

Fruit & Vegetable Garden By Ryan Cashman 6 days ago

Why Cutting Back Basil Leaves Is The Secret To Maximum Yield

If you love pesto, a basil plant can feed you for many dinners. Here's when and how you should trim back your basil plants to enjoy the most production.

DIY By Kirsten Nunez 6 days ago

Repurpose An Old Jar Lid Into A Stunning Home Decor Piece

A lid, a handful of some popular holiday snacks, and a little glue is all you need to whip together a DIY project that will give your table some rustic charm.

Organization & Storage By Kirsten Nunez 6 days ago

Tired Of Closet Shoe Clutter? This Dollar Tree Hack Instantly Organizes Your Space

Create a shoe rack with some dirt-cheap Dollar Tree items and a few zip ties. This DIY project is quick and easy, and it can be customized to add extra storage.

Furniture By Jessica Steinhoff 6 days ago

The Old-School Erin Napier-Favored Furniture Trend That's Making A Big Comeback

HGTV star Erin Napier shared her nostalgic feelings about a favorite cozy piece of furniture as similar styles were gaining popularity with other designers.

Kitchen Appliances By Rob Johnstone 6 days ago

Neither Toaster Ovens Nor Air Fryers: This Appliance Could Replace Your Microwave

Kitchen appliances come and go, but feels nothing could replace your microwave or airfryer. But that soon could change.

Hands holding yellowing houseplant leaves

Houseplants By Ryan Cashman 7 days ago

Why Your Houseplant Leaves Are Turning Yellow (And How To Fix It)

There are several causes of yellowing on indoor plants' leaves, but if you know what else to check for, you can determine what the problem is and remedy it.

G-Floor raised coin PVC garage flooring roll

Floors & Ceilings By Ron Baker 7 days ago

Can You Use Vinyl Flooring In Your Garage? Here's What You Need To Know

When deciding if vinyl flooring is right for your garage, it's important to be knowledgeable about its various types and their possible installation methods.

Martha Stewart waits to give a speech at a festival

Laundry By Jessica Steinhoff 7 days ago

This Surprising Credit Card Hack From Martha Stewart Removes Gum Stains From Laundry

Stains can be tricky to remove on any clothing, and stuck-on gum is one of the worst offenders. Luckily, Martha Stewart has an easy hack to ease gum removal.

Pile of assorted shoes cluttering a floor

Organization & Storage By Jessica Steinhoff 7 days ago

This Common Thrift Store Find Doubles As A Smart Shoe Storage Solution

Leaving your shoes in the entryway of your house can make it look messy and create a walking hazard, but luckily, there's a simple solution.

Home Improvement By Jessica Steinhoff 7 days ago

The Big-Name Brand That's Quietly Behind Costco's Kirkland Batteries

Costco's Kirkland Signature batteries are known for their quality and reliability. But given which company manufactures them, this fact isn't that surprising.

Kitchen with cluttered counter and island

DIY By Jessica Steinhoff 7 days ago

Sick Of Kitchen Countertop Clutter? This Easy Dollar Tree Hack Clears Up Your Space

For a mess-free kitchen counter with more space to cook and prepare food, try out this inexpensive DIY storage hack that helps you keep items organized.

Laundry By Rob Johnstone 7 days ago

The Best Wash Cycle For Long-Lasting Clothes And Vibrant Colors

Washing and drying can be hard on fabrics, leading to earlier wear and tear. Luckily, using this wash cycle can help your clothes last a little longer.

Joanna Gaines laughing in a strapless dark blue dress at red carpet event

Windows, Doors & Walls By Ryan Cashman 7 days ago

Skip The Painted Accent Wall: Joanna Gaines Has A Better Idea For Your Home

On "Mini Reni" and "Fixer Upper," Joanna Gaines has shared some alternatives to slapping paint on an accent wall that can add pattern and texture to a room.

person picking out a shade of pink from a Pantone color swatch deck

Painting By Erika Dale 7 days ago

Design Fans Have Major Problems With Pantone's Color Of The Year (& They're Right)

For 26 years, Pantone has announced their Color of the Year, which apparently reflects the year's global trends and culture, but one problem is clear-as-day.

Houseplants By Ryan Cashman 8 days ago

Want More Luck? Feng Shui Says To Put Your Jade Plants Here

This popular succulent does more than look pretty according to ancient practice, but placement makes all the difference in attracting positive energy.

Pests, Weeds & Problems By Adrian Suppes 8 days ago

Deter Roaches With This All-Natural Item You May Have In Your Kitchen

This common kitchen ingredient sitting in your fridge repels roaches naturally when used strategically around entry points and high-traffic areas.

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