Home & Garden
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Need to Revive Your Wooden Deck or Fence? This Viral TikTok Video Has the Answer
Does summertime have you itching to revamp your outdoor spaces? Maybe you’ve decided to go full bore and hire a landscaper. Or perhaps you’re like the rest of us and you’re looking for the cheaper DIY route. If you are,…
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Tiktoker Shares Hack for Keeping Bugs Away — and You Probably Have the Product He Uses in Your Garage
There’s no buzzkill quite like the buzzing of bees, flies, mosquitos, and the like zipping past your face and tickling your eardrums. Whether you’re sick of swatting flies in your kitchen or you’re over being dive-bombed by bugs outdoors, the…
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This Sweeper and String Trimmer Combo Kit Makes Yard Work So Much Easier
In This Article: Who Should Buy This? What We Liked What We Didn’t Like What Consumers Think TLDR: Pros and Cons What To Look For The Bottom Line Our Process Black+Decker 40V Max Cordless Sweeper & String Trimmer Combo Kit…
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I Tried ChipDrop and Got a Yard Full of Free Mulch
It’s very rare to get something for free in this world without a catch. So when I heard about ChipDrop, a company that dumps free mulch at your door, I figured there must be one. There isn’t. Unless you call saving…
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10 Plant Parent Mistakes That Are Costing You Way Too Much Money
If you’re like me, you’ve murdered many a plant that seemed so healthy at the store but faded almost immediately after arriving at its new home. That green thumb turned black isn’t cheap, given that a plant purchase (especially with…
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15 Cursed Things People Are Selling on Facebook Marketplace
Facebook Marketplace is known for being a weird assortment of items dumped onto the internet after a good garage clean-out, but some things are weirder than others. Here are items that are actually listed as cursed or haunted — or…
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Still Using Fabric Softener? Bad Call — Here Are 10 Great Laundry Hacks To Save Time and Money
Some people enjoy laundry. We know this to be true. You’re probably not one of them, because most of us all got together and agreed that we hate it. Whether…
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Cheapism Favorites: The OmniPillow Is No Pain in the Neck
The OmniPillow This is a foam pillow that adapts to your body and feels comfy in most positions. Best Price: $120 for a queen-sized pillow at OmniPillow Take 20% off…
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Death by Dishes? Here’s Why Your Vintage Dishes Might Be Poisoning You
We’re big proponents of hand-me-downs and secondhand goods at Cheapism. Not only are they often more affordable and higher quality, but they’re also more sustainable than disposable, mass-market geegaws. But…
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What Are Percale Sheets, and Are They Worth the Money?
Hearing a lot about percale sheets lately? Maybe from a friend, or even a podcast ad? We’re not surprised — they’re all the rage right now. But as is the…
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Try These Cheap and Easy DIY Garden Paths To Spruce Up Your Yard
Transforming your backyard into an inviting oasis doesn’t always have to break the bank. Thanks to these cheap DIY garden path ideas, you can spruce up your outdoor space on…
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Unusual Backyard Cooking Gadgets That Are Actually Useful
Grilling is a great way to cook while enjoying the outdoors and the company of others. For backyard cooks looking to expand their grilling vocabulary beyond spatulas and tongs, here…
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My Green Thumb Is Black, So I’m Trying This Garden Soil That’s On Sale
My green thumb is decidedly beige-colored. I’ve historically sucked at keeping the garden looking nice, and keeping things that grow in the ground alive at all. Well, I’ve decided this…
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Which States Care the Most About Its Lawns? The Answer Might Surprise You
Spring is springing, and that means a lot of people are getting outdoors and, in some cases, tending to a lawn. But not everyone in every state is willing to…
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Swiffer Sweeper? More Like Swiffer Cheaper With These Sustainable Refill Hacks
Swiffer owes its success to a “razor and blades” business model. First, they hook you with a low-priced mop, and soon enough, you’re stuck buying pricey refills for the lifespan…
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‘Why Is This Air Fryer So Easy To Clean,’ Said No One Ever. Here’s How To Do It Right
Air fryers are a convenient, quick, and healthy way to fry up all kinds of food. But man, can they be a hassle to clean. No matter the brand, that…
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DIWhy? The 10 Worst Do-It-Yourself Projects We Found This Week
DIY (do-it-yourself) projects are a great way to save money and learn new skills. However, sometimes the result can be disastrous if not done properly. Poorly executed DIY projects can…
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Score One for the Consumer! Target Adds Curbside Returns
Does anyone else have a “these things need to be returned” pile somewhere in their home? Returning products that didn’t fit or just didn’t meet your expectations is one of…
