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3 Mistakes I Made While Installing My First Peel-and-Stick BacksplashHome Projects
If you're a DIY newbie like me, you need to read this.
Andrea Kaufman
Aug 15, 2024
The Biggest Mistake I'll Never Make Again When Picking a New Paint ColorHome Projects
This mistake cost me a lot of time and money.
Heather Bien
Aug 14, 2024
The Huge Planting Mistake You're Probably Making (and How to Fix It!)Plants & Yard
It’s a must if you want your garden to be successful.
Jennifer Prince
Aug 13, 2024
Martha Stewart Shared the Best Tip for Taking Care of This Dramatic Houseplant
NEWS
It’s super simple and makes your tree so much more lush.
Olivia Harvey
Aug 6, 2024
Everything You Need to Paint a Room: A Checklist for Total BeginnersHome Projects
Here's what you'll need to DIY a professional-looking paint job.
Julia Brenner
Jul 31, 2024
The Creepy Reason Your Home Smells Like Rotten Eggs (and How to Fix It)Home Projects
Smelling a gross rotten egg stench at home? It could be nothing — or it could be something really dangerous.
Chris Deziel
Jul 20, 2024
I’m a Former Handyman, and This Is the DIY Skill Everyone Should KnowHome Projects
You’ll be able to use this skill in tons of different projects.
Chris Deziel
Jul 17, 2024
The One Easy Task a Pro Plumber Does at Home Every MonthHome Projects
It takes just a minute, but it could save you hundreds of dollars in the future.
Jennifer Prince
Jul 16, 2024
This Is Joanna Gaines’ Method for Picking a Paint Color (It's So Unexpected!)Home Projects
Even Gaines has had to repaint a room when she didn’t love the color — and here’s how she says you can avoid that.
Sarah Everett
Jul 10, 2024
That Viral Mosquito Repellent Taking Over TikTok Doesn’t Really WorkPlants & Yard
Here’s what pros say you should do instead.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jul 6, 2024
The Quick & Free Trick to Making Flowers Last ForeverLife
Here’s how to help those grocery store blooms thrive.
Heather Bien
Jul 5, 2024
How to Get Rid of Wasp Nests Without Getting Stung, According to ProsHome Projects
Experts share when you can DIY it and when the project is best left to professionals.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Jun 30, 2024
How to Compost in an Apartment (Without Bugs or Smells!)Plants & Yard
It’s a lot easier than it sounds!
Megan Baker Detloff
Jun 28, 2024
This Kitchen Staple Is a Cheap, Easy Weed Killer — But There’s a CatchPlants & Yard
Using it incorrectly could wipe out your garden.
Victoria Blackstone
Jun 26, 2024
How to Get Rid of Stink Bugs Without Stinking up Your HouseHome Projects
These pests stink — literally. Here’s how to deal.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Jun 16, 2024
My Lazy-Girl Gardening Hack Saves Me So Much Time and EffortPlants & Yard
If you love your yard but hate working in it, you need to steal my trick.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jun 7, 2024
5 Golden Rules for a Flawless Caulk Job (Every Time!)Home Projects
Want your caulk to look like a pro did it? Read this.
Kelly Dawson
Jun 6, 2024
11 Smart Ways to Cool Your Home During a Heat Wave (Without AC!)Home Projects
Heat waves aren't a rarity anymore. These tricks will help you beat even the most brutal heat.
Joelle Alcaidinho
May 31, 2024
The #1 Houseplant Mistake You're Making (It's Killing Your Houseplants!)Plants & Yard
Luckily, there's an easy fix.
Shifrah Combiths
May 24, 2024
6 Things You Absolutely Need as a New Homeowner, According to RedditHome Projects
These suggestions are brilliant.
Megan Baker Detloff
May 28, 2024
This Kitchen Staple Traps Flies Like Magic (Just in Time for Summer!)Home Projects
You’ll want to save this DIY for later.
Kelly Dawson
May 24, 2024
The "4 Ps Method" Is the Key to Your Best-Ever Furniture MakeoverHome Projects
It’s so simple but so brilliant.
Kelly Dawson
May 15, 2024
3 Golden Rules for a Flawless IKEA HEMNES Hack (Every Time!)Home Projects
Here’s the scoop from DIY experts.
Kelly Dawson
May 11, 2024
This Underrated Houseplant Is Basically Impossible to KillPlants & Yard
You don’t have a brown thumb — you just haven’t tried this plant yet.
Jennifer Prince
May 9, 2024
My Dad's Secret "4-Star Shopping Rule" Hasn't Failed Him Yet
Projects & Improvements
It’s counterintuitive, but he swears by it.
Megan Baker Detloff
May 6, 2024
The Tiny Tweak That Can Fix Your Kitchen Cabinets’ Most Annoying Feature
Projects & Improvements
It costs under $5 and you can do it in under five minutes.
Megan Baker Detloff
May 1, 2024
My Go-To Hack for Reviving Old Cabinets Works Every Time
Projects & Improvements
It takes just 5 minutes — and you probably already have everything you need to do it, too.
Megan Baker Detloff
Apr 24, 2024
A Gardening Pro Shares the "Secret" Potion You Need to Try in Your GardenPlants & Yard
You already have all the ingredients you need to make this magic potion.
Megan Baker Detloff
Apr 23, 2024
4 Golden Rules for DIYing the Trendiest Accent Wall of Your Dreams
Projects & Improvements
Follow this pro’s advice to turn your wall into a win.
Kelly Dawson
Apr 16, 2024
What No One Ever Tells You About One of 2024’s Trendiest Wall Treatments
Projects & Improvements
If you want that cool rustic look, read this first.
Kelly Dawson
Mar 13, 2024
The "Magnet Test" Is the Secret to Scoring the Best-Ever Thrifted Brass Finds
Design Ideas
Plus, 5 more foolproof tips for identifying genuine brass.
Kelsey Glennon
Mar 7, 2024
You'll Never Get Locked Out Again Once You Learn This Simple Trick
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
Save this for later.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Mar 4, 2024
My Golden Rule for Keeping Plants Alive Has a 100% Success RatePlants & Yard
It’s just one step, but it’s been a lifesaver — for my plants, I mean.
Megan Baker Detloff
Mar 3, 2024
This Is the Best Time to Go Thrifting, According to a Shopping Pro
Design Ideas
Plus, the best season to visit thrift stores.
Cori Sears
Mar 2, 2024
Master This Skill and Never Buy Another Throw Pillow Again
Projects & Improvements
You only need to get the basics down to be able to unlock a whole world of DIY decor.
Kelly Dawson
Mar 2, 2024
Hairspray on Fresh Flowers Is Out — Instead, Try This Pro-Favorite Trick
PLANTS & YARD
Ever wonder how florists keep corsages looking so good without water? This is the answer.
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 15, 2024
5 Golden Rules for a Flawless IKEA BILLY Bookcase Hack
Projects & Improvements
If you want pro-looking results, you need to follow these steps.
Kelly Dawson
Feb 13, 2024
This $0 Design Hack Is a Game-Changer for Bathroom Renos (Kitchens, Too!)
Projects & Improvements
The most boring software on your computer just got a whole lot more chic.
Sarah Everett
Feb 12, 2024
The Underrated Winter Houseplant You’re About to See Everywhere
Home Projects
Skip the poinsettia and get this instead.
Jennifer Prince
Jan 31, 2024
The Secret to Picking Counters You'll Love Forever, According to a Pro
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
There are a few things to keep in mind.
Kelly Dawson
Jan 31, 2024
This “Magic” Method for Threading a Needle Works Every Time
Projects & Improvements
It's so clever.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Jan 25, 2024
The Easiest Houseplants to Propagate, According to Pros
PLANTS & YARD
What's better than one houseplant? A whole collection of them that you scored for free.
Shifrah Combiths
Jan 23, 2024
57 Apartment Decorating Ideas for Those on a BudgetDecorating
Transform every room of your home without breaking the bank.
Caroline Biggs
Jan 22, 2024
4 Red Flags That ChatGPT Wrote What You're Reading, According to ExpertsLife
Did a computer write that? Bookmark these (potential) signs to avoid chatbot answers in everyday life.
Sarah Kuta
Jan 22, 2024
Keep Dust Mites out of Your Bed with These 5 Expert-Approved Tips
Projects & Improvements
You won't want to skip laundry day!
Kelly Dawson
Jan 15, 2024
You're One Step Away from Turning Basic Closet Shelves into Luxe DecorHome Projects
“I wanted a luxe look without it looking cheap,” the DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Jan 12, 2024
The Counterintuitive Secret to Making Your Home Feel Twice as Big
Projects & Improvements
It’s rental-friendly, too.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jan 8, 2024
I’m Calling It: This Is Going to Be the Hottest DIY Material of 2024
Projects & Improvements
You’ll want to use it everywhere.
Heather Bien
Jan 6, 2024
The 13 Most Brilliant DIY Tips from This Year’s Before and Afters
Projects & Improvements
You’ll want to save these for all your 2024 projects.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 29, 2023
5 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Your Old Mattress
Curbside pickup for the win!
Collette Reitz
Dec 28, 2023
The One Ina Garten Chicken Recipe I’ve Been Obsessed with for Years
Life
No other chicken recipe tops it.
Meghan Splawn
Dec 20, 2023
This “Twisted Bacon” Technique Is the Secret to Perfect Bacon
This tip is especially great for hungry families.
Naomi Tomky
Dec 19, 2023
We Tested 4 Famous Lasagna Recipes and the Winner Was Perfection
Life
We did not see this one coming.
Sheela Prakash
Dec 19, 2023
I Make Jar After Jar of This Homemade Ranch Dressing (No Other Recipe Can Top It)
Life
It's everything you would want in a ranch salad dressing and more.
Carmen Keels
Dec 19, 2023
I Tried the Viral “Fork Method” to Hang Art & Here's What You Should Know
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
This is definitely the weirdest way I’ve ever used a fork.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 19, 2023
3 Secrets for Living with Dated Countertops (and Making Them Look Amazing)
Projects & Improvements
You can make old kitchen countertops look new without modifying them a single bit.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 15, 2023
7 Uses for Tension Rods You’ve Never Thought Of
Few things are as versatile as the humble tension rod. They are cheap and totally removable.
Carolin Lehmann
Dec 11, 2023
8 of the Best Costco Life Hacks Out There, According to Reddit
Life
Pay close attention to those price tags.
Jennifer Prince
Dec 8, 2023
You Aren't a Real Adult Until You Own These Home Repair Essentials
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
How many can you check off this pro-approved list?
Heather Bien
Dec 6, 2023
The 8 Worst Mistakes You’re Making When Shopping Thrifted Furniture
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
Pro furniture flippers say these pitfalls will cost you time and money.
Heather Bien
Dec 4, 2023
8 Tips to Ensure You Can Actually Enjoy Your Own Holiday Party
Throw a holiday bash to remember without all the stress by using these tips from a top party planner in Beverly Hills.
Eleanor Büsing
Dec 1, 2023
10 Ways to Remove Cigarette Smells from Furniture
Get rid of any smoky smells that are lingering on precious pieces of vintage furniture.
MaryAnne Petrella
Nov 27, 2023
Don’t Take Free Furniture from the Curb Without Doing This First
Projects & Improvements
Bring home the furniture, not the bed bugs.
Heather Bien
Nov 21, 2023
This Viral Paint Hack Is a Clever Way to Make Low Ceilings Look Taller
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
Instagram commenters were fooled.
Heather Bien
Nov 20, 2023
It’s OK If You Forget to Water These Forgiving Houseplants
Plants & Yard
No finicky ferns here.
Jennifer Prince
Nov 17, 2023
The Brilliant $15 Instagram Tool I Wish I'd Used to Paint My Bathroom
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It would have saved me a lot of missed spots and day-after soreness.
Megan Baker Detloff
Nov 10, 2023
A Musty Scent Is a Red Flag You Might Be Harboring This Pest at Home
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It’s a problem you’ll want to deal with immediately.
Abi Berwager Schreier
Nov 9, 2023
This Weird Little Tool Is My New Go-To for Home Projects
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It’s something I use nearly weekly.
Jennifer Prince
Nov 8, 2023
Before You Turn on the Heat at Home, You Need This $20 Appliance
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It’s going to come in clutch for cold winter days.
Jennifer Prince
Nov 2, 2023
This Is the Must-Know Number if You’re Planning a Kitchen Makeover
HOME PROJECTS
Knowing this measurement will make planning lots easier.
illya.vlasov
Oct 27, 2023
This Is the Best Flooring for Families with Kids or Pets
Projects & Improvements
If you’re in the market to replace your floors, you need to read this.
Abi Berwager Schreier
Oct 26, 2023
5 Costly Tile Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Reno
Pros say these mistakes are costing you money and time.
Tessa Cooper
Oct 23, 2023