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There’s no place like home—especially when it’s in tip-top shape. We’ve rounded up the best cleaning and organizing tricks, affordable decor ideas, DIY hacks, and more. Warning: Once you’ve got everything just the way you want it, you may never want to leave!

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If You Live in an Old House, There Could Be Razor Blades in Your Walls

If your house was built before 1970, it's very likely that there are razor blades in your walls.


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The Worst Home Security, According to Consumer Reports

These home security products just couldn't get the job done.


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13 Things You Shouldn’t Pressure Wash

A pressure wash can serve a valuable role in home maintenance, but don’t get carried away! Pressure washing can do...


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This Genius Microfiber Mop Could Save You More Than $500 a Year

Using expensive chemicals to clean your floors? It's time to change that dirty habit.


11 Ways Exterior Paint Colors Could Boost Your Home’s Value

Selling a house can be a nightmarish task, but don't worry! We've consulted top property experts to help you sell...


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21 Genius Uses for Hand Sanitizer You’ll Wish You Knew Before

You won't believe how many ways you can put that bottle of hand sanitizer gel to use. Here's what the...


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11 Things You Should Never Put in Your Dishwasher

Sorry—some things you just have to wash by hand!


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38 Things Your Housecleaner Secretly Wants You to Know

From their favorite types of clients to your most annoying habits, house cleaners confess what they're really thinking (but won't...

How to Clean Your Kitchen Sponge So It’s Not Completely Gross

From quick microwave hacks to DIY cleaning solutions, here's how to clean a sponge the right way


50 Strange Things People Have Done to Their Homes

The creativity of these homeowners is impressive, their projects not so much.


50 Things You Should Know About Your Home by Age 50

If 50 is on the horizon for you, read up!


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9 Cleaning Products You’ve Been Using the Wrong Way

Beware: Your cleaning products could be doing more harm than good.


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15 Home Maintenance Projects That Are a Waste of Time

Wish you had more free time to do the things you wanted? You’re about to get it! This expert-approved home...


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28 Low-Light Indoor Plants That Thrive in Near Darkness

These low-light indoor plants grow with very little sunlight, so you can enjoy a part of nature in every corner...


12 Home Renovations You’re Likely to Regret Later

Before you start demoing walls, consider the wisdom of realtors who have seen the renovations homeowners end up regretting


This Is the Most Overlooked Fire Hazard at Home

Hint: It's probably in your closet right now.


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14 Laundry Myths That Are Ruining Your Clothes

Your clothes and appliances will thank you!

This Is How You Can Stop Getting So Much Junk Mail—for Good

How disappointing is it to see a big stack of mail only to find out it's all credit card offers...


39 Secrets Home Inspectors Won’t Tell You

Before you hire a home inspector, read some of their little-known secrets.


13 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Stove Top

Want to keep your stove top running for as long as possible? Avoid making these very common, very damaging mistakes.


10 Things You Should Never Clean with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser

These powerful little scrubbers clean like, well, magic. But they can't do it all. Never use a Magic Eraser on...


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11 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Microwave

If you take good care of your microwave, it could last you as long as a decade. But if you're...


10 Ways You’re Arranging Your Furniture All Wrong

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

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13 Things You Should Never Flush Down Your Toilet

Trust us, you'll be saving yourself from unnecessary stress and excess expenditure if you avoid flushing these items.


10 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Nonstick Cookware

Wonder why your nonstick cookware doesn't last? Innocent mistakes can ruin your cookware—fast!


13 Things You’ll Regret Not Keeping in a Safe

Even if you’re not rich, you need a safe. Trust us: If the worst happens, you’ll be glad you took...


How to Increase the Value of Your Home By Up to $60,000 in One Weekend

Whether you paint your front door or add extra potted plants, these home improvement ideas can turn your house from...


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9 Things in Your Garage You Should Toss

Tossing things in your garage when you no longer need them is fairly easy—but what happens when your garage is...


25 Things in Your House Right Now That Could Be Worth Money

You may want to spring clean your house, barn, garage, or attic, because these ordinary things could be worth money.