Home & Garden
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Here’s Why Dishwasher Tablets Are a ‘Scam,’ According to Redditors
Those convenient, pre-portioned dishwasher detergent packs might be hard on your pipes and your wallet, according to a recent Reddit thread on r/Frugal. Dishwasher tablets, the post explained, “contain too much powder” and can block pipes and leave residue. The…
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Horror Stories of Terrible Neighbors That Make Homeownership Scary
Buying a home can be a minefield, especially in today’s overheated market. And no amount of money or preparation can guarantee you good neighbors — and plenty of homeowners have horror stories to prove it. The next time you’re annoyed…
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28 Things You Never Knew About Pumpkins
Autumn traditions are back to front and center, and rivaling the popularity of apple picking, football games, and raking leaves — well, maybe more popular than this — is the devotion to all things pumpkin. Join us on a fall-friendly…
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Hobbies That People Spend Unjustifiable Amounts Of Money On
There’s no denying the fact that some hobbies can be absolutely instrumental in instilling a deeper level of balance in your life. Without a hobby or two that you can sink some of your time and/or financial resources into, your…
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9 Everyday Items You Should Never Skimp On, According to Redditors
Sometimes pinching pennies can get in the way of your saving goals — or just make your life a lot harder. A pair of hiking boots that you plan on wearing for a 15-mile trek? Unless you don’t mind blisters and…
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Keep Pesky Wasps at Bay Using These 8 DIY Hacks
From beach and pool days to camping and hiking, summertime is a real treat. But it’s also a time when pesky bugs make their grand entrance, especially wasps. These winged troublemakers love the hot weather and pack a real wallop…
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Celebrities With Brands That Cater to the Common Folk
Many stars have banked on their celebrity status to bring in big bucks by selling their own lines of beauty products, clothing, and food and drinks.
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TikTok’s Favorite Grandma Shares 3 Unusual Ways To Use Charcoal
Known primarily for firing up barbecues, charcoal is emerging as an absolute rockstar in the home improvement world. You might be raising an eyebrow, thinking, “Really? The same stuff I…
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Conquer Summer With These 7 Cheap Patio Furniture Sets Under $200
Whether you’ve got an apartment patio or a full-blown wraparound porch, you’re not maximizing your summer unless you’re kicking back with some snacks and a frosty beverage in hand. But…
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I Tried a Stone Bath Mat in the Shower and It Was a Game Changer (Especially for My Dog)
I blame Roo for my new appreciation of stone bath mats. My 13-year-old, 12-pound dog of indeterminate breeding is wonderful in many ways. She’s quiet, she’s a night snuggler, and…
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Scrub Daddy vs. Scrub Mommy: Which Viral Cleaning Sponge Reigns Superior?
If you watch any of TikTok’s #CleanTok videos of someone cleaning their kitchen, you’re bound to see a Scrub Daddy or a Scrub Mommy. The sponges are so common in these videos…
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9 Cheap and Natural Hacks to Eliminate Odors and Make Your Home Smell Amazing
If you’re looking for natural ways to refresh your home and make it smell like a tropical paradise or luscious forest without having to spend money on harmful chemicals, you’ve…
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Protect Your Garden From a Heat Wave With These Cheap Solutions
Temperatures in some parts of the country have been smashing records lately. If you’ve noticed your plants wilting faster than an ice cream cone on a summer day, it’s likely because…
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7 Organic Pesticides You Can Make at Home To Protect Your Plants From Pests
All plant lovers know how irritating it is to see their plants getting attacked by pests. While there are many pesticides on the market, most of them contain strong chemicals…
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‘Ignore the Art Inside’: The Secret to Finding Cheap Wall Art That Doesn’t Look Tacky
For less than the price of a tacky poster from Ikea, you can decorate your home with a piece of fine art from one of the greats. Manet, Goya, Degas,…
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Luxe Bidet W85 Review: Bidet Curious? Take the Plunge With This Easy-To-Install Attachment
Luxe Bidet W85 While Luxe’s W85 doesn’t come with fancy bells and whistles, it’s an easy-to-install attachment that’s ideal for bidet-curious consumers. Even after years of toilet paper supremacy, the…
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The OfferUp 8: All the Nonsense I Saw for Sale This Week (6/27/23)
Another week, another dive into the deep end of the OfferUp pool. Curious about what people out there are selling? Here’s what’s going on in North Carolina, where I live.…
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Got a Colossal Zucchini That Overgrew in Your Garden? Try These Easy Recipes
Even the greenest green thumbs have overlooked a ready-to-pick zucchini during harvest and come back the next day to find a Hulk-sized zuke glaring at them from beneath the large…
