Home & Garden
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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 do battle with weeds and bugs and fertilizer. Business-building website…
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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 of the product. But frugal Redditors have found a way…
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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 big pot can fill with greasy gunk pretty easily, in…
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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 lead to costly mistakes or even dangerous situations. While the…
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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 those tasks that seems simple enough, but somehow simultaneously feels…
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Bed Bath & Bankrupt: You Only Have 2 Days to Use Up Those 20% Off Coupons
After struggling to stay in business, it finally happened: Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy on Sunday, April 23. The writing has been on the wall for years now with plummeting sales and waves of hundreds of store closings.…
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Weed Out Your Worries: 5 Cheap Ways to Combat Garden Intruders
Landscaping takes time, patience, and of course, money. But there are plenty of ways for green thumbs to save some green. When it comes to weeds — the most obnoxiously inevitable…
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Why Nest Bedding’s Easy Breather Pillow Is Overpriced and Overhyped
On paper, Nest Bedding’s Easy Breather seems like an ideal pillow. Its soft, shredded memory foam makes the pillow adjustable, its moisture-wicking fabric keeps things cool, and its 30-day return…
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5 Cheap DIY Shed Ideas, Ranked From Complicated to Easy Peasy
Is your backyard filled with as much crap as mine? Random outdoor kid toys, various yard tools, and, in the summer, a big pop-up pool. I have been wanting a…
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8 Cheap and Simple Front Yard Landscaping Ideas
Neighbors have been dissing each other for their “slovenly” front yards as early as the 19th century. Back in the day, yards were an extension of one’s house, but they…
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The Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner Is an Actual Thing — and It’s Worth the Hype
Because my life is so riveting, I regularly try out different cleaning products and devices that I see sprinkled all over TikTok. I spent a recent Friday night installing a…
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25 Spring Cleaning Mistakes You Keep Making Every Year
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and suddenly you feel that familiar urge to get rid of old junk and clean everything in sight. But chances are there…
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20 Things to Really Organize Your Overstuffed Garage
There are plenty of things you can buy to keep your house organized, but what about the garage? Often considered an afterthought when it comes to spring cleaning, the garage…
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30 Handy Products to Refresh Your Home This Spring
Spring is near, and it’s time to throw open those windows, let in some fresh air, and get your house in order. We’ve rounded up inexpensive essentials that will come…
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Cheap Patio Paver Ideas When You’re on a Tight Budget
Whether you take on the task yourself or hire professionals, installing a paver patio is no easy feat. From leveling the paver base to placing the stones, it’s a long,…
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Home Depot Shocks Shoppers With Surprising New Product: ‘Herb Grinders’
Home Depot is going green — and not in the way you might expect. According to its website, the home improvement chain has expanded its inventory to include a line…
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Walmart Candles Recalled After Fire, Shattered Jars
Still have some fall candles lingering around the house? You’d better double-check to see if any are from Walmart, because more than 1.2 million Mainstays candles have been recalled for…
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The Most Expensive Celebrity Homes on the Market
Celebrity real estate is a world unto itself, one of seven- to eight-figure properties that are either homes to the stars or investment opportunities that appreciate with time. These are…
