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    Do Diluted Detergents, Soaps, and Shampoos Still Work?

    The Undiluted Truth The cost of cleaning products — for yourself or your home — can be steep, which makes it tempting to water them down to save money and to stretch them out when they’re scarce. But the question…

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    21 Reasons to Look Forward to an Empty Nest

    The kids are gone, and the house is finally your own. And while there are plenty of mistakes you’ll want to avoid as empty nesters such as blowing your retirement savings on a spending spree or immediately remodeling a now-vacant…

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    30 Lawn and Garden Products That Are a Complete Waste of Money

    We’ve all seen those mega-decorated yards where you can barely see the grass for all the decor. But often, what we see are things we’d never imagine having on display on our tasteful property, even if we’re not up on…

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    The Highest-Rated Spring Cleaning Products From Walmart

    There’s just something about melting snow and daffodils poking through the ground that makes a person want to get cleaning. Short days and cold weather are a perfect recipe for dust gathering, dirt accumulating, and clutter dominating inside the house.…

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    19 Steps to Prep Your House for Fall and Winter

    There’s a lot to do to get the house and yard ready as the seasons change from the heat of summer to cooler days and even cooler nights. Some of these things help prep for winter, while others will add…

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    12 Reasons to Get Rid of Your Lawn

    Your time is your money, but freeing yourself from a time-consuming, water-thirsty lawn can still be a hard decision to make. Our American mind’s eye sees traditional homes paired with sprawling green, grassy lawns as the quintessential aesthetic to strive…