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    Bathroom Chandeliers: What To Know Before You Buy

    These trendy light fixtures don’t work in every bathroom. But when they’re right, they’re really right.


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    Top-Rated Furnace Filters for Allergies, Dust, Pet Owners & More

    Safeguard your family's health and protect your furnace by choosing the right furnace filter. You'll breathe easier, and so will...


    Explore Top LED Bathroom Vanity Lights for Modern Elegance

    Choosing the best bathroom vanity lighting requires balancing dimensions, design and desired task lighting.


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    How to Install a Pendant Light

    A simple project that will add another layer of light to your room.


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    Firewood Measurements: What Do They Mean?

    Do you need a full cord or just a half-pallet this winter? Understanding what firewood measurements mean will help you...


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    7 Eye-Popping Nanoleaf Design Ideas

    Get inspired by these Nanoleaf design ideas to bathe your home with a new kind of smart light.


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    Should You Get a Septic Tank for the Cabin?

    Thinking of getting a small septic tank for your cabin, but unsure how septic systems work? Read all about them...


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    How Much Firewood Will I Need This Winter?

    Whether heating your home or enjoying cozy fires in your indoor or outdoor fireplace, figure out how much firewood you'll...

    3 Best Smart Toilets for the Tech-Loving Homeowner

    A smart toilet could change the way you see your bathroom. Here are a few of the best options on...


    How to Stack and Store Firewood

    Want to keep your firewood organized and dry? Here's how.


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    5 Best Smart Showers of 2024

    Get more control over your shower and your morning routine with smart shower technology.


    12 Best Bathroom Lighting Design Ideas

    Give your bathroom a fresh look with these bright (pun intended) bathroom lighting ideas!


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    8 Best Grow Lights for Indoor Plants

    Winter's waning sunlight doesn't mean your plants have to die or go dormant. Replace the lost sunshine with these top...


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    How to Create a Home Spa Bathroom

    See the ways you can easily transform your bathroom into a spa oasis, from replacing shower fixtures to upgrading lighting...


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    What Is Air Balancing and How Is It Done?

    Air balancing is fundamental to keeping a forced-air system, such as a furnace, heat pump or central air conditioner, working...


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    Best Air Ionizers of 2024

    Considering buying an air cleaner for your home or office? From compact to splurgy, here are our picks for the...


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    Best Portable Bathroom Heaters to Keep You Toasty!

    Tired of stepping out of a warm shower into a freezing bathroom? These bathroom heaters keep you toasty during the...

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    5 Best Bathroom Shower Lights

    These are the best shower light deals on the market.


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    Can You Flush the Toilet During a Power Outage?

    You may not have lights during a power outage and your refrigerator and microwave won't work, but you should still...


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    Air Ionizers: What to Know Before You Buy

    Is an air ionizer right for you? We uncover what they are, how they work and their potential benefits and...


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    Best Firewood for Heating

    If you heat your home or vacation cabin with wood or you're thinking of converting to wood heat, here are...


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    This Is What That Furnace Switch Is For

    You know that switch on or near your furnace? We'll tell you what it's for (hint: it's power-related) and how...


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    Boost Your Furnace Output With This Simple Trick

    If you have a room that’s always a little colder in the winter or warmer in the summer, try this...

    How Long Can You Run a Generator When the Power Goes Out?

    Homes that experience extended outages from storms and public service shutoffs need auxiliary power. Are standby generators up to the...


    These LED Bulbs Could Last Up to 50 Years

    See why these lightbulbs could be great for your wallet and the planet.


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    4 Great Techniques on How to Split Wood

    Heating your home or cottage with wood takes a steady supply of split logs. Our expert offers advice for DIYers...


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    If You See Green Residue in Your Sink, This Is What It Means

    What is causing that blue-green stain in the bottom of your sink? Algae? Toothpaste? Nope, the culprit is copper!


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    Radiator Covers Buyer’s Guide: Why Use, Types (Wood, Metal & More), Costs Etc.

    Get the lowdown on how to hide an ugly radiator with a cover that combines style and practicality.


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    Central Air Installation Guide

    Wondering how central air installation works? We'll explain key phases, what's involved at each step and best practices for working...