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How to Build a Raised Planter Box

We built a raised planter box to introduce our son to the responsibilities of tending a garden and enjoying the fruits of his labor.…

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5 DIY Tasks to Get Your Car Road Trip Ready

Our family loves road trips. Living in Los Angeles we are blessed with a myriad of day trip options as well as fun weekend trips. But before we embark on any adventure we always check to make sure our…

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How to Change Your Home Air Filters

Changing your HVAC system’s filters is one of the easiest but often overlooked home maintenance tasks. It takes less than 5 minutes to change your filters and will ensure your HVAC system runs strongly throughout the hottest and coldest…

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How to Change Your Oil on a High Mileage Vehicle

I have a 2008 F-150 with 170,000 miles on the clock. It runs trouble-free (knock on wood), and I attribute a large part of this to doing my own oil changes at regular intervals using high-quality oil and filters.…

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Milwaukee Tool Packout Utility Cart Review

Utility carts are a must-have accessory for jobsites and households. I'm invested in the Milwaukee Packout gear, so their new Milwaukee Packout Utility Cart was a must-have piece of kit.…

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Tame Your Tall Hedges with a Cordless Pole Saw

You never think you need a pole saw until you really need one. We’ve been using a pole pruner for years, but our new home has beautiful 15-foot hedges that are totally overgrown and require the power of a…

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DRYLOK® Masonry Paint Solves Your Waterproofing Woes

Water can cause tremendous damage to a home in a short period of time, which is why stopping water in its tracks is vitally important. One of the most popular products available to stop water is DRYLOK® masonry paint.…

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Home Security and Monitoring from VTech

We recently checked out the new VTech VC931 HD wireless pan & tilt camera—and recommend it for the high-definition video quality, night vision, and pan and tilt camera control.…

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Ridgid Palm Impact Screwdriver Review

Impact drivers are amazing, but sometimes they can be tricky to use in tight spots. This new RIDGID 12-volt palm impact screwdriver uses a push-to-drive feature, so there is no trigger. Simply apply pressure and you’ve got power. This…

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How to Refinish Wood Floors

Wood floors are gorgeous when well-maintained. They can last for years with proper care which includes refinishing them when they have worn out. …

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Living with Iris by Lowe’s

Home security is not about having the best locks or loudest alarms, but rather arming yourself with the most information about your home at all times.…

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A Little Help Finishing Our Closet

Whether you’re an avid DIYer or just getting started with tackling your own home projects, it doesn’t take long to learn that there will always be that one project that never quite gets completed. …

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A Primer on Window and Door Styles

Window and door styles are as varied as ever. Make sure you are aware of the terminology when you are shopping, so you can find exactly what you are looking for.…

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Fall is Here, Time to Winterize Your Home

Temperatures are falling quickly and before you blink the first winter storm will hit your home. Before that happens you need to take steps to ensure your home is properly winterized and that starts with making your home energy…

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The Joy of Daylighting

If you're seeking an energy-efficiently lighting system for your home that is easy to install and will last for years, Solatube is your answer.…

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Tips for a Greener Bathroom

Going green in the bathroom is one of the most effective ways to save money and help protect the environment without requiring a significant amount of time or effort on your part.…

Window Wisdom: Perform a Window Audit

This week we’re introducing a 3-part series called Window Wisdom, sponsored by Marvin Windows and Doors, where we will take an in depth look at the world of windows. In our modern day, windows are often taken for granted…