House and Components

A house is much more than just a collection of rooms. Here’s everything that goes into making your house a home.

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    What’s Changing in Home Air Conditioning

    Learn how the next wave of innovative air conditioning will provide savings and increased efficiency for your HVAC system.


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    How to Turn Off Voice Assistants

    Tech companies might not want you to turn off your device's voice assistants. But you can, and it's easy to...


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    12 Best Cleaning Products for Your Bathroom

    These hardworking cleaners make it a whole lot easier to clean and sanitize your bathroom.


    6 Best Methods for Home Air Cooling

    Six strategies for keeping your home cool no matter what kind of climate you live in.


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    5 Best Mops for Laminate Floors

    Find the best mop for your laminate floors among these pro-selected standouts.


    How to Replace a Patio Door

    A newly-installed, efficient patio door stops drafts, saves energy and eliminates leaks. Learn how to DIY a sliding glass door...


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    How to Clean Cloth Car Seats

    Cleaning cloth car seats is easy — it just takes a little elbow grease and attention to detail with the...


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    What Is the Best Flooring for a Basement?

    Looking to install flooring in your basement? Choose one of these five basement-friendly flooring options and enjoy good looks and...

    7 Best Water Softener Systems For Every Home

    Dealing with hard water issues? We found the best water softener options on the market to improve your water quality.


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    What Is a Smart Home and Why Should I Want One?

    From video doorbells to energy-efficient flooring, learn more about what defines a smart home (and why you may want to...


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    How to Clean Rubber Car Mats

    Cleaning the dried mud and spilled coffee off your rubber car mats is quick and easy with a high-pressure garden...


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    How to Build an Easy DIY Desk for Kids

    You can build this simple, wall-mounted DIY desk for kids in less than an hour!


    Internet Slow? Here’s How to Troubleshoot Your Router

    A guide to troubleshooting the source of your WiFi network.


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    What You Need to Know About the Nest Hello Doorbell

    The Google Nest doorbell, called Hello, allows you to monitor your home's door and talk to visitors no matter where...


    17 Easiest Foods to Grow at Home

    Don't let by those picked-over supermarket shelves stress you. It's easier than you might think to grow fresh veggies and...


    Bedroom Storage Ideas and Organizers for Small Spaces

    Hunting for bedroom storage ideas for small spaces? If you lack square footage, but not creativity, check out these smart...


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    How to Build an Easy Stand-Up Desk

    Turn any table in your home into a stand-up desk in less than 30 minutes.

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    Understanding the Apple HomeKit App

    The Apple HomeKit brings everything you need to control your smart home to one convenient place.


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    What to Know About Smart Mirrors

    Want your daily news briefing while you brush your teeth? Then a smart mirror is a must-have addition to your...


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    How to Snake a Toilet

    Plunger not doing the job? It might be time to try using a drain snake.


    How to Buy and Install LED Lights

    LED lighting can add a cool, modern aesthetic to any entertainment space. Here's everything you need to know to buy...


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    8 Ideas for Cleaning a Handbag

    Your handbag is probably dirtier than you think. Learn how to properly clean a handbag so you can rest assured...


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    7 Ideas for Cleaning Your Wallet

    Ever think of cleaning your wallet? Here's why you should, and how to do it.

    How Much Does a Bidet Cost – From Purchase to Installation

    Traditional bidets are floor-mounted bathroom fixtures for washing your private parts, but there are more bidet options to discover.


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    Outdoor vs. Indoor Dryer Vents: What to Know

    When installing a dryer vent, which style should you choose? It depends on the type of machine and the location...


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    What to Know About Wall Studs

    Wall studs are vertical pieces of wood or metal that help form the framework of a stud wall. New to...


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    How Much Weight Can Drywall Anchors Hold?

    Can drywall anchors really be trusted to bear their rated weight? We conducted a HomeLAB test to find out.


    How to Build a Backyard Swing

    Easy enough for a beginner, comfortable enough for a perch


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    Get Filters for Video Calls with Snap Camera

    Want to know how your friends and coworkers got those cool video call filters? Their secret is Snap Camera, and...