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Rachel Brougham

Writer and editor with a background in news writing, editorial and column writing and content marketing.

11 Home Maintenance Myths You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Owning a home involves work. You know there are home maintenance tasks to keep up on, but are you doing these tasks correctly or as often as you should? We busted 11 home maintenance myths you'll wish you would have known about sooner.

10 Things You Should Never Burn in Your Fireplace

Resist the temptation to burn anything in your fireplace but firewood.
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Home Cleaning Tips Straight from the CDC

Not all cleaning is created equal. The CDC has recommendations for cleaning and sanitizing, including...

Do Mosquito Bracelets, Clip-Ons and Patches Actually Work?

Consumers looking to avoid DEET-based repellents constantly search for alternative products. But the effectiveness of...
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8 Pieces of Furniture with Hidden Compartments

If you're looking to keep clutter at bay, you're in good company. Here are ten...

11 Ideas for Organizing Your Basement

There's a good chance we could all use some more storage in our homes. There...

This Simple Hack Will Keep Spiders Out of Your House

It's chemical-free!

22 Uses for Super Glue You’ve Never Tried (But Should!)

You already use super glue when your child's favorite toy cracks, or for a quick...

20 As Seen on Shark Tank Products You’ll Want at Home

From products that help with projects around the house to those that are just super...

5 Mistakes You Keep Making When Cleaning with Bleach

When it comes to fighting bacteria and germs, bleach can be your ally. However, if...
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20 Things You Should Never Leave in Your Car During Winter

Extreme temperatures can wreak havoc on items left in your car. Keeping certain items in...

How Often Should You Wash Your Car in Winter?

If you live where winter brings snow, slush, sand, and salt, it's nearly impossible to...
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20 Projects That Will Actually Hurt Your Home’s Resale Value

Do your research before starting your new project.

11 Design Rules You Should Never Break

If you're looking to transform the look of a room or your entire home, it...

22 Things Every DIYer Should Own

Whether you’re a novice or an expert, these tools are crucial for getting jobs done...

Why You Should Do a Home Air Quality Test

Learn the reasons you should do a home air quality test.

How to Protect Your Floors from Salt This Winter

Salt can wreak havoc on your floors.

10 Things to Know About Winter Power Outages

Winter power outages cause several inconveniences, but there are some things you can do to...
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Why Keyless Entry Car Systems Are Getting Stolen More Frequently

Sure, it's convenient for you...but it's convenient for thieves too.

10 Ways You’re Arranging Your Furniture All Wrong

Avoiding these common mistakes will make your home more inviting and stylish.

Why Do Some People Hang a Pickle on Their Christmas Tree?

We all have our Christmas traditions, but here’s one perhaps you haven’t heard of: The...