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A house is much more than just a collection of rooms. Here’s everything that goes into making your house a home.

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    Over 26,000 Natural Gas and Carbon Monoxide Alarms Recalled

    Is your carbon monoxide alarm putting you at risk? Find out about an important recall and how to stay safe.

    26 Silent Signs That Your House Has a Serious Problem

    Is your home trying to tell you something?


    Electrolux Washer and Dryer Review: I Can Confirm This Set Works as Great as It Looks

    In this Electrolux washer and dryer review, I detail why the 600 Series set beats my previous machines.


    Sifting Through Samsung Washer and Dryer Reviews? Here’s a Homeowner’s Honest Take

    Our Samsung washer and dryer review gives a first-hand look at this popular laundry set for pet owners.


    There’s a Hidden Fire Hazard in Your Bathroom You Might Be Ignoring

    In the bathroom we're usually preoccupied with the plumbing. But danger lies above. Here's how to prevent your vent fan...

    Why Male-to-Male Extension Cords Are Rare and Dangerous

    Electricians refer to male-to-male extension cords as "suicide cords." Here's why you should never use one.


    This Simple Hack Stops Condensation on Your Windows

    Say goodbye to window condensation with this simple hack! Learn how to keep moisture under control and prevent mold growth...


    Here’s What Each Dishwasher Compartment Is Actually For

    Whether you're learning how to do dishes, or you've gotten a new dishwasher and are puzzled by a mystery compartment,...


    500,000 Space Heaters Recalled Over Fire Risk – Is Yours Affected?

    Hundreds of thousands of space heaters have been recalled over safety concerns. Learn if yours is included and what to...


    5 Easy DIY Projects to Cozy Up Your Home

    As the days get shorter and temperatures drop, it’s the perfect time to tackle some indoor DIY projects to make...


    You Should Never Do THIS With Your Dishwasher Pods

    TikTok users love sharing cleaning hacks, but not all of the advice is good. Recently, they've been divided over where...


    We Tested the Avocado Green Mattress and It Was Like Sleeping in a Five-Star Hotel

    The Avocado Green mattress features zoned support, latex, coils and edge support for a restful night's sleep.


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    Install a Stair Runner For A Revitalized and Safer Staircase

    DIY influencer Jen Woodhouse walks you through the steps to spruce up your staircase.

    5 Best Mattress Toppers for Back Pain, Tested by People with Chronic Back Pain

    We tested the best mattress toppers for back pain. Here are our top five according to months of testing by...


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    20 Tips and Hacks To Organize Your Garage

    You get a lot done in your garage, but these tricks will help keep you even more organized.


    Fact or Fiction: Will Tin Foil Behind the Radiator Warm Up Your Space?

    A viral home hack suggests tin foil could help boost your radiator heat. But does it actually work?


    Happsy Mattress Review: This Organic Mattress Changed the Way I Sleep

    I finally found an organic mattress that doesn't give me shoulder pain—and now I'm sleeping better than ever on an...


    7 Reasons Your Water Pressure Is Low

    Low water pressure got you down? Learn about possible causes and some fixes you can do yourself.


    Tushy Just Dropped a New Bidet, and It’s the Bathroom Upgrade You’ve Been Waiting For

    Tushy’s latest non-electric bidet seat dropped this week—and it’s the perfect early Christmas gift for yourself.



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    The 15 Types of Trim You Need to Know for Your Next Remodel Project

    Finding the right kind of trim is essential to completing any kind of remodeling project around the house. Familiarize yourself...


    Should You Cover Your Air Conditioner Condenser In the Winter?

    You don't use your AC unit in the winter, so should you keep it covered, and if so, how? Experts...


    Ninesky Dehumidifier Review: Here’s What We REALLY Think

    The Ninesky Dehumidifier has received a lot of chatter on Reddit. We tested it during the humid North Carolina summer...


    Birch Natural Mattress Review: We Tried It for a Month, and Here’s What Happened

    Birch by Helix is relatively new to the mattress scene. Here’s our unfiltered Birch Natural Mattress Review after...


    A Cheap Bidet Could Change Your Life — and Help the Environment

    Bidets have come a long way in the past few years. They now offer a cheap, hygienic, eco-friendly alternative to...


    Tips to Install Cabinets Like a Pro

    Learn the ins and outs of installing kitchen wall cabinets and island cabinets with these pro tips that we've rounded...


    8 Kitchen Shiplap Backsplash Ideas

    These shiplap backsplash ideas will inspire you to ditch the tile for this more affordable product.