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  • Is an Ikea Kitchen Cheap Enough to Be Worth the Hassle?

    The average kitchen remodel costs about $20,000, according to HomeAdvisor, although costs vary considerably based on location, square footage, extent of the project, quality of materials, and who does the work. One way many homeowners try to save is by…

  • 10 Ways to Cloth Diaper Your Baby on a Budget

    Many parents worry about the financial and environmental impact of disposable diapers and toy with the idea of using cloth diapers instead. But the hassle and mess put many people off, and the upfront costs can be prohibitive. A supply…

  • 7 Ways to Swiffer for Less

    Swiffers and the like make traditional mops seem positively archaic. This new breed is defined by disposable cleaning pads and self-contained cleaning chemicals. Goodbye, dunking, ringing, and swishing around. It’s an efficient system, for sure — and a boon to…

  • 15 Ways to Cut Heating Costs This Winter

    Chilly winter weather is synonymous with cozy sweaters, hot cocoa — and steep energy bills. It’s no surprise that running the heating system on high nonstop pushes monthly costs sky high. But there’s no reason to go broke staying warm.…

  • 10 Ways Organized People Declutter Their Lives

    It’s tempting to spend lots of money in the pursuit of organization. Binders, boxes, entire closet systems, apps, and more are sold as the solution to messiness. But if a purchase were all that was needed, everyone would have amazingly…

  • 11 Unexpected Trash-to-Treasure Crafts

    Every home has some old junk lying around, taking up space. Instead of sending it to the landfill, unleash your creativity and save money by turning it into something useful or decorative. A bit of ingenuity, a smattering of DIY…

  • 20 DIY Green Cleaning Products

    Homemade cleaning products have myriad advantages over store-bought counterparts, the two most important being their lower toxicity and cost, as many can be made for pennies on the dollar. Most…

  • 10 Easy Conservation Tips to Teach Your Kids

    There are a number of small, simple ways a family can reduce their carbon footprint and live a more eco-friendly lifestyle — even saving money in the process. These easy-to-incorporate…

  • 10 Ways to Save Money on Laundry

    Laundry drains time and money, whether it’s done at home or at a laundromat. According to Quora users, the cost per load at a laundromat is more than $3, while…

  • 15 Sneaky Ways to Make a Small Space Look Larger

    Can’t afford more space? From a strategically placed mirror to the right paint color, smart design ideas can fool the eye and create the illusion of space. Here are 15…

  • 15 Best Buys for Your Home for $50 or Less

    Savvy renters and homeowners look beyond aesthetics when shopping for home goods. The right purchases can make a home safer, save money, and come in handy for years. Equip your…

  • 10 Summer Side Dishes You Can Make From Your Garden

    There is nothing fresher than food that makes its way straight from the backyard to the dining room table. Get the most out of your vegetable garden and cut grocery…

  • 11 Must-Have Tools for Homeowners

    Do-it-yourself projects are part of the home-owning life. Sooner or later something is bound to break down or require hanging, tightening, or connecting. For any of these tasks, proper tools…

  • 10 Tips for Landscaping on the Cheap

    Take a look at your yard — the grass can always be greener. If you’re like many homeowners, you pay more attention to the interior of your house than to…

  • 12 Essential Tools for Frugal Gardeners

    Gardening is more popular than ever. Community gardens are overflowing, youth gardening programs are blossoming, and more than one-third of American households cultivate vegetables either at home or in a…

  • Stylish Home Décor for Less

    There’s nothing like coming home after a long day of work. Whether you prefer sleek modern furniture or comfy classics, you want it all to come together a welcoming look…

  • 21 Common Household Items to Reuse and Upcycle

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that the average American generates 4.38 pounds of waste every day. About 1.51 pounds of that is recycled or composted, but that leaves a…

  • 10 Steps to Starting a Garden From Seed

    Spring has arrived and gardeners are itching to get their hands dirty. However, it’s too early to start planting in colder parts of the country, since seeds and young plants…