A Closer Look At Color Drenching

For a long time, all-white rooms seemed to be everywhere in the design world. But what if you prefer a bit of color in your home? Or, in the case of the popular design trend known as color drenching, what if you love a lot of color?

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Top Vegetable Garden Mistakes To Avoid This Spring

Spring looms like a faint light on the horizon that grows stronger every day, and this brightening light serves as a friendly reminder that gardening season will soon be upon us. When planting a vegetable garden, planning in the late winter and early spring can make all the difference in yielding a bountiful crop of vegetables in the summer. To ensure you are taking care of all your needs in advance, it is important to know all the common vegetable garden mistakes you should avoid this spring.

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Top Plants For The Home That Are Safe For Dogs

Plants are a great way to breathe life, clean air, and some natural color into your home. Some plants, however, can be quite harmful when consumed. If you have a dog, you need to consider which common houseplants are toxic to dogs and know the best non-toxic varieties if you are searching for the perfect houseplant.

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How To Keep Your Clothing Wrinkle-Free Without An Iron

Wrinkles can turn a chic garment into a frumpy disaster. A wrinkle-free and well-pressed garment, on the other hand, can look like a million bucks even if you only paid a few dollars. This is why irons are so handy and helpful. But in life, there are many times when an iron isn’t available. If you don’t have access to an iron, or simply can’t stand the act of ironing, you probably want to know how you can keep your clothes wrinkle-free without having to pick up an iron.

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Best Plants You Can Grow For Home Pickling

Home gardening is an amazing way to have easy access to fresh fruits and vegetables. Gardens often yield a plethora of crops, and some fruits and vegetables even yield all their bounty all at once. While it is amazing to have tons of fresh vegetables, you often find yourself wondering what to do with the surplus of vegetables you can’t eat right away. This is why it is a good idea to grow foods that you can pickle for later use.

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How To Create A Home Office And Guest Room Combo

If you’re like a good chunk of today’s workforce, you spend a hefty amount of time working from home. A home office makes things easier, and creating a room that does double-duty makes a lot of sense. A popular combo is to combine a guest room and home office into one functional space.

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10 Clever Ways To Hide Your Pet's Stuff

Pet parents love their fur babies, and many pet owners are happy to give their dog or cat free range when it comes to the home. However, this doesn’t mean you want to see pet beds, toys, grooming supplies, and other items around every turn. So, how do you hide your pet’s stuff but still make it easy to access?

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How To Get Rid Of Mold In The Dishwasher

The sight of mold in your dishwasher can make you think twice about using your dishes again. Dishwashers are the perfect place for mold to grow because of the moisture, heat, and darkness. Many people struggle with how to get rid of mold in the dishwasher, however, you can prevent mold growth and get rid of what’s already there by taking a few precautions.

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How Often Should You Replace Pillows?

Sleeping without a comfortable pillow can mean a rough night's sleep. In a perfect world, pillows would last forever and never lose their comfort. Sadly, that’s not the case. So, how often should you replace your pillows?

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Do Spices Go Bad? Tips For Keeping Your Spices Fresh

Your home’s spice rack is an always-growing collection of flavors that come from all over the world and eventually make their way into your kitchen. There are spices you reach for almost every day, and those you use only on the rare occasions. You might find yourself reaching for one of these rarely used spices and wonder exactly when you bought it. Moreover, you might wonder how long the spices in your home last until they go bad.

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Say Goodbye To Pesky Pet Hair With These Low-Shed Dogs And Cats

When you add a pet to the family, shedding is often an inevitable part of the deal. But even though you adore your furry friend, that doesn’t mean you have to love their hair all over the place. If you’d rather spend more time loving your pet than cleaning up their fur, consider dogs or cats that don’t shed a lot.

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9 Ways To Create A DIY Romantic Valentine’s Ambience In Your Home

Valentine’s Day is the ultimate DIY holiday in many ways. There is no real road map for how you must celebrate this day. Plus, the company you keep on Valentine’s Day often dictates the type of mood you want to create. While many couples opt for a traditional white tablecloth dinner at a restaurant, this is by no means the only great way to have a romantic Valentine’s Day. There are even ways you can create a special and romantic mood in the comfort of your own home.

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10 Home Improvement Valentine’s Gift Ideas For Your Loved One

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and that means heart-shaped chocolates, coveted dinner reservations, and an ongoing quest for the perfect gift for your loved one. Shopping for a Valentine’s Day gift can be challenging and also rather expensive. If you live with your partner you might want to consider a home improvement gift idea so the gift keeps on giving. This way you can build, buy, and install something meaningful that you both can enjoy consistently for years to come. Who knows, you might even increase the value of your home.

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Want to Save on Streaming? Prepare for ads.

As the number of streaming services grows, so do the costs of subscriptions. Many viewers are searching for ways to reduce these expenses without sacrificing access to their favorite shows and movies. The solution? Ad-supported streaming tiers. Now, Amazon's Prime Video is joining the crowd. While everyone who had been subscribed to Prime Video will automatically be converted to the "with ads" plan, we thought we’d look at some other popular services that offer a less expensive tier for viewers willing to sit through the occasional commercial break for ads. Some are definitely better than others and understanding which services provide a seamless ad experience can greatly improve your streaming satisfaction while also being kind to your wallet.

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Pre-Vacation Home Checklist For The Winter Months

Taking a vacation in the winter is a perfect way to thaw out and brighten up your disposition. Trading in long nights and freezing days for sunshine and warm tropical breezes is the ultimate remedy for the winter blues. Before you rush out of your home and start chasing the sunshine, however, there are several steps you need to take to ensure your home is safe in the winter while you are away.

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How Long Until Food Goes Bad In The Freezer?

Freezing leftovers and any perishable food item you don’t plan on using immediately is a great way to preserve freshness. Food lasts longer in the freezer than it does in the refrigerator, and often tastes just as good once it is properly thawed. While food might last for upwards of months in the freezer, it doesn’t last forever. How long should you store food in the freezer before it goes bad?

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