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    Secret Hiding Places You’ve Never Thought Of

    Got some cash or valuables to hide? Try one of these clever, simple ways to hide those items from all...


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    14 Super-Simple Workbenches You Can Build

    Every home workshop (even if it's just a sliver of your garage) needs a quality workbench. One of these 14...


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    15 Kitchen Cabinet Organizers That Will Change Your Life

    If you're lacking kitchen storage space and need a quick fix, try these unique kitchen cabinet organizers.


    Top 30 Mistakes DIYers Make When Remodeling a Kitchen

    Get out of your own way by not falling for these kitchen remodeling mistakes.


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    29 Simple Ways to Make Your Workbench Work Harder

    These ingenious workbench upgrades will make a huge difference in your workshop efficiency. And they’re easy to DIY!


    How to Declutter Your Kitchen Right Now

    The high-traffic kitchen is the heart of the home, and as such it's often a mess. Here's how to get...


    10 Inspirational Dining Room Lighting Ideas

    Ready to wow your next dinner-party guests? These room lighting ideas add ambiance to any space.


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    Should You Switch to a Fabric Shower Liner?

    A 2008 study found vinyl plastic shower liners contained VOCs and since that time people and retailers have moved to...

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    Tips for Better Drywall Taping

    Simple tricks for fast, flawless drywall finishing


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    20 Jack-O’-Lantern Ideas That’ll Make You Wish You Had a Bigger Porch

    Experienced carvers, novice crafters and those in between will find tips, tricks and ideas to take their gourd game to...


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    16 Things You Never Knew You Could Put in the Washing Machine

    Stuffed animals and small toys? Sure. Yoga mats and baseball caps? Bring them on.


    Butcher Block Oil vs. Cutting Board Oil: What’s the Difference?

    Whether you've got a 10-inch cutting board or 5-foot butcher block countertop, regular oiling conditions the wood and helps create...


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    What To Do After Hail Damages Your Roof

    Don't get ripped off when storm chasers blow into town to repair roofs and broken windows. Here's what you need...


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    DIY Blown-In Insulation in the Attic

    Save $1,000 on labor and cut your heating bills with blown-in attic insulation.


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    Saturday Morning Workshop: Folding Mobile Workbench

    Build this handy mobile workbench that folds up to only 7 in. You only need two hours, some 2x4s, 3/4-in....


    How To Clean Bathtub Stains

    A stained tub brings your whole bathroom down. Clean it up! Our experts show you how.


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    Remodel a Basement or Add a Second Story? The Pros and Cons of Each Project

    What are the pros and cons of finishing a basement or adding a second story?

    Alternative Formal Dining Room Ideas

    Not everyone needs a formal dining room. If your dining room is gathering dust, perhaps it's time to turn it...


    How I Saved $30,000+ on My Kitchen Renovation

    When I saw the estimate for our kitchen renovation, my jaw dropped. But putting on my kitchen planner hat, I...


    10 Unique Kitchen Cabinet Ideas

    These creative kitchen cabinet ideas are great for creating the illusion of space and bringing color and modernization to any...


    How to Build an Outdoor Chaise Lounge

    Relax after a long day in this cedar lounge chair.


    7 Most Common Caulking Mistakes That Could Derail Your Project

    When the time comes for you to pick up that caulking gun and seal a shower or lay a new...


    Mastering the Art of Electrical Conduit

    Electrical metallic tubing (EMT) is strong, cheap and easy to bend once you learn how. These tips will help you...

    How to Install Surface-Mounted Wiring and Conduit

    Adding a new light or receptacle to your garage or basement is easier than you think.


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    Find the Best Garage Door Paint For Your Home

    Painting your garage door improves curb appeal without breaking the bank. Here's advice on choosing the right garage door paint.


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    Should Your Garage Door Match Your House Color?

    There are a lot of design rules out there, find out if your garage door should match your house's paint...


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    Best Kitchen Backsplash Ideas For Dark Cabinets

    Looking for the best kitchen backsplash ideas for dark cabinets? These are our recommendations.


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    Best Kitchen Backsplash Ideas with White Cabinets

    If you're searching for backsplash ideas with white cabinets, look no further!


    That Little Hole at the Top of Your Sink, Explained

    Have you ever wondered about that hole near the top of your bathroom sink?