7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building a Raised Garden Bed
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7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building a Raised Garden Bed

Raised beds make gardening easier, but only if you build them right.
The Many Flavors of Mint: Orange, Banana, Chocolate, Apple, and More
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The Many Flavors of Mint: Orange, Banana, Chocolate, Apple, and More

A few sprigs of store-bought spearmint or peppermint can be put in water to root. It’s that easy, and it’s a warm welcome to this fun and versatile herb.
Frugal Fashion: Why I Shop in the Kids’ Department (No Shame)
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Bye-Bye Bugs: Natural Repellents for Indoors & Out
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Bye-Bye Bugs: Natural Repellents for Indoors & Out

A few pantry staples, plants, and clever tricks will prevent ants, roaches, flies, spiders, and the dreaded bane of summer—mosquitoes—from taking over.
Feathered Friends: How to Attract Birds to the Garden
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Feathered Friends: How to Attract Birds to the Garden

Here’s how to create a backyard wildlife refuge complete with quality food, fresh water, and shelter.

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8 Ways to Make Every Square Foot Count in Your Small Living Room

8 Ways to Make Every Square Foot Count in Your Small Living Room

Here are eight ways to maximize space in a small living room, according to designers.
1,000 Phone-Free Hours: Lessons From a Yearlong Experiment

1,000 Phone-Free Hours: Lessons From a Yearlong Experiment

When author Hannah Brencher began stepping away from her phone, she found contentment and freedom. In this interview, she shares how we can do the same.
How to Clean and Care for Wood Floors to Keep Them Looking Beautiful

How to Clean and Care for Wood Floors to Keep Them Looking Beautiful

Knowing how to protect and clean wood floors is essential—and surprisingly easy.
How to Buy Unlocked Phones, and Why You Should Definitely Consider This

How to Buy Unlocked Phones, and Why You Should Definitely Consider This

An unlocked phone is a phone that isn’t tied to a specific cell phone carrier.
Power Wash Siding

Power Wash Siding

By keeping the exterior of your house clean, you’ll prolong the life of the siding and trim and reduce the need to paint it.
Ask the Builder: A Solution to the Starter Home Crisis

Ask the Builder: A Solution to the Starter Home Crisis

It’s very difficult for a young person or couple in their mid-20s to buy a home.
Proper Paintbrush for Each Project

Proper Paintbrush for Each Project

Walking through the painting aisle at your home center can be overwhelming.
Use Paneling in a Storage Room

Use Paneling in a Storage Room

Wood paneling is easier to clean especially with children around.
Long Fingernails Harbor Germs

Long Fingernails Harbor Germs

Long fingernails on a healthcare provider increase the risk of spreading infection.
Brewer’s Genius: Brilliant Nonculinary Uses for Beer

Brewer’s Genius: Brilliant Nonculinary Uses for Beer

More than just a tasty thirst-quencher, beer can help remove stains, polish metal, give the garden a boost, and more.