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Don’t Be One of Those Homeowners Who Goes Over Budget on a Renovation
Only 1 in 5 homeowners come in under budget. Here’s how to be one of them. When Kelly Whalen demolished her built-in bookshelves as part of a living room DIY, she found it gave the room some much-needed space. Unfortunately, she also found a...
7 Things You Should Paint Instead of Replace to Save Money
Paint isn’t just for walls. Here’s how to breathe new life into old stuff. You know a fresh coat of paint can give any room a quick and inexpensive facelift. But did you know that a little paint can also perk up carpets, appliances, and ev...
Paw-sitive Reinforcement: 5 Ways to Help Pets Adjust After a Move
Moving can be stressful for every family member – including the four-legged ones. Every animal reacts differently to new living quarters, and temperament has a lot to do with it. Some pets take a move in stride, while others exhibit anxiety o...
4 Lawn Care Tips For a Lush Spring
Longer days and blossoming flowers of spring mean that it is time to prepare your lawn to spend more time outdoors. These lawn care tips can ensure that your lawn is lush and ready to go for the season and into the heat of summer. 1. Dethatc...
5 Awesomely Easy Landscaping Projects
No need for fancy DIY skills, a lot of money, or a ton of time to pull off these yard upgrades. It’s your yard — yours to do with as you wish. And while that’s great, that doesn’t mean you have to be one of those people who spends ever...
10 Cheap Remodeling Ideas That Look Anything But
Don’t spend a dime until you consider these cheap-and-easy options. Today’s medallions are knockoffs of traditional plaster ornamentations found in exquisite turn-of-the-century homes, and are made of lightweight urethane. Installing one i...
How to Keep Your House Cool Without AC
Want summer comfort but hate the AC? Follow these tips on how to keep your house cool without frosty air conditioning. You don’t have to switch on the air conditioner to get a big chill this summer. These tips will help you keep your hous...
Banish Cooking Smells With These 7 Effective (and All-Natural!) Methods
Home cooking is the best ... except when the smell of your curry dinner lingers for days (or weeks?) after you've finished the meal. The truth is, cooking at home can result in a potpourri of stubborn odors in your kitchen. After a while,...