The hallowed (if much renovated) halls of the White House are packed with history, some of it as unexpected as some of our nation’s most famous elections. In fact, there’s much more to the nation’s most famous address than the…
We all know that once you catch a chill, it can be hard to shake it. Your home can also suffer seasonal chills. There are, though, countless products designed to keep your surroundings warm and toasty this winter. Read on…
One of the best things about YouTube is that it has given people the ability to learn almost anything they want to learn about home improvement. Whether it’s crafts, cooking, auto repair, plumbing, or gardening, YouTube makes it possible for…
So, the kids are gone. Finally! Once your last child heads off on his or her own, the house is yours — and yours alone. Join us as we take a look at what empty nesters can (and should) do…
It’s always a good time to give your home a thorough decluttering and reorganization. From the linen closet to the bathroom vanity and from the playroom to the basement, each is a job in itself. These home products can make…
Unlike food labels such as “natural” and “free range,” use of the word “organic” is strictly regulated. The U.S. Department of Agriculture certifies products as organic if they meet a set of standards, including, but not limited to, using 100…
You don’t need to spend a fortune to give your home a facelift that will add value and give it a fresh new look. These simple projects for the kitchen,…
Growing your own garden is a smart way to save money on delicious, fresh produce, but you don’t need to be born with a green thumb to harvest a fruitful…
“Spring cleaning” is a term that can intimidate all but the most seasoned neat freaks, but it doesn’t have to be that way. We talked to professional cleaners and organizers…
Don’t break the bank to renovate your home. With a little cash and some sweat equity, it’s possible to spruce up a home’s curb appeal while also making the inside…
Do your houseplants still live in the same cheap plastic pots they had when you first brought them home? That’s almost as tacky as leaving the price tag on the…
Unless you live in a region that’s regularly slammed with substantial snowfall, there’s no need to spend a fortune for a snow blower that will see only occasional use. A…
Have a bathroom in need of a makeover? The average cost of a bathroom remodel ranged from around $5,500 to $15,000, according to HomeGuide, but can be higher or lower…
Some home improvement projects pay off more than others when it comes time to sell. For homeowners considering putting their houses on the market in the next year or so,…
When something blows up on TikTok, savvy shoppers take notice. Case in point: the ChomChom Roller, which is enjoying a moment as everyone’s new favorite pet hair removal tool. The…
Even in normal times, no one wants to do more laundry than they have to. But as the coronavirus pandemic makes ho-hum errands more of a risk, those without their…
Listen, we get it — most of you weren’t thinking about bidets two months ago. Neither were we, but my, how times have changed. In researching this story, we discovered…
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…