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How to Build a Kitchen Island

Jun 16, 2021

A kitchen island can add valuable countertop space, storage and seating to what is likely the busiest room in the house. Adding an island to your kitchen requires a little planning, a little measuring and as much imagination as you care to give the project. Here's a how-to guide.

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How to Install Carpet

Jun 16, 2021

Professional carpet installers can get the job done quickly and neatly. But if you’re up for doing the job yourself, here’s a how-to guide, plus some top tips for installing new carpet in your home.

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What Is Sewer Line Insurance and What Does It Cover?

Jun 15, 2021

You might be surprised to learn that your homeowners insurance policy probably doesn’t cover sewer line repairs. If something were to happen to your sewer lines, you might have to pay out of pocket to repair or replace them.  To protect yourself from these kinds of financial mishaps, you might want to invest in sewer line insurance.

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Bruises, Bumps, Scratches and Sprains: Target Recalls Shower Stools Due to Fall Risk

Jun 15, 2021

Target is recalling about 58,500 Room Essentials shower stools. If you purchased one of these stools between March 2019 and September 2020, it might be affected by this recall. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the stools can become unstable during use, causing them to tip over and posing a fall risk.

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Swab the Deck: Your Deck-Cleaning Guide

Jun 14, 2021

Is your deck looking a little worse for wear? Not only is a clean deck always more enjoyable than a dirty one, but keeping it scrubbed up can also extend its life. Here's what to do.

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Wi-Fi Wars: Household Battling for Bandwidth? Everyone Wins With These Tips

Jun 14, 2021

Let's face it: Bandwidth matters. If you're not getting the kind of speed and connectivity you want from your Wi-Fi, these eight tips might lead to speedier surfing.

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How to Install a Shower Pan

Jun 14, 2021

What’s a shower pan? Can you install one yourself? Do not fear; the answers to these burning questions can be found in this guide, along with step-by-step installation instructions.

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How to Clean a Fan

Jun 13, 2021

If you use fans to keep cool in the summer, you likely know just how quickly a fan can become dirty. Where does all that dust, dirt and grime come from anyway? Here’s how to clean every type of fan you might have in your house.