Hunker: Inspired Home Design, Gardening Tips, and DIY Improvements

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DIY By Jason Rochlin 5 months ago

An Easy DIY Wall Towel Holder Is The Perfect First Woodworking Project

Don't be scared of a DIY woodworking project. Build this easy wall towel holder and show off your crafty skills while organizing your bathroom at the same time.

Cleaning Hacks By Gabrielle Hondorp 5 months ago

Household Cleaning Products You Don't Really Need (And What To Use Instead)

There are so many cleaning products to choose from, but the truth is that you don't actually need all of them. In fact, there are great alternatives out there.

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Furniture By Jillian Chapman 5 months ago

Here's Why You Shouldn't Take The Legs Off Your Couch

A couch without legs may have an interesting look, but there are a few solid reasons you may want to avoid this design mistake on your furniture.

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Painting By Jillian Chapman 5 months ago

Cabinet Color Paint Trends You'll See Everywhere In 2025

Are you ready to remodel your kitchen? Then you'll want to paint your kitchen cabinets with these increasingly popular trendy shade options this year.

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Flowers By Jason Rochlin 5 months ago

Use This Type Of Soil When You're Planting Bulbs

Spring-flowering bulbs create the most gorgeous flowers throughout the increasingly warmer seasons, but make sure you're using the correct soil in the garden.

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Exterior Remodeling By Ron Baker 5 months ago

Vertical Vs. Horizontal Fence Slats: How To Make The Right Choice For Your Home

Building a fence around your home has some tough choices, but deciding between vertical or horizontal fence slats may be the worst. Here are the pros and cons.

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Organization & Storage By Charlotte D. Miller 5 months ago

Use Tension Rods To Create A Clever Towel Storage Solution For Small Bathrooms

Grab some tension rods, and you've got the solution for towel storage in your bathroom, even if it's a relatively small space. This hack can keep you organized.

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Lawn By Janine Frank 5 months ago

Outdated Gardening Trends To Say Goodbye To In 2025

If you've implemented one of these popular gardening trends into your landscaping or garden, they may be outdated. It's time to upgrade your yard instead.

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Home Improvement Hacks By Ron Baker 5 months ago

Use A Screwdriver To Get The Ideal Miter On Wood Edges

Everyone wants that perfect miter in their shapely DIY wood projects, but it can be a little difficult to accomplish. You can use a screwdriver on wooden edges.

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DIY By Rob Johnstone 5 months ago

Safety Basics To Know Before Embarking On A DIY Project

DIY projects can be gratifying, and it's great to work with your hands in the garden, yard, garage, or shed. But safety is (and should be) your top concern.

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Promoted By Erika Dale 5 months ago

Top 8 Furniture Picks For Spring 2025 From Hernest

Hernest Furniture is a brand that will truly elevate your home, with upscale designs at a reasonable price. Here are some of their best living room pieces.

A flowering plant sits on a windowsill above a radiator, in the middle of winter.

Houseplants By Jason Rochlin 5 months ago

The Worst Place To Keep Houseplants During The Winter

Some folks move potted plants indoors over winter or change the home environment for year-round houseplants. But no matter what, don't put plants in this place.

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Experts By Erika Dale 5 months ago

The Once-Popular Lighting Choice That's Looking Very Dated (& How To Make It Work)

This lighting choice used to be all the rage, especially for millennials. But now, it looks dated. You can still make this style work with a few design tips.

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Promoted By Erika Dale 5 months ago

The Premier RO Hydration System For Your Family & Home Comes At An Affordable Price

Waterdrop Filter's A2 Reverse Osmosis Hot Cold Water Dispenser provides purified water in an affordable, installation-free countertop unit.

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Interior Home Repair By Ron Baker 5 months ago

Should You Freak Out If Your Outlet Sparks?

Oh no. Your outlet is sparking. Should you be freaking out, or is it no big deal? Here's what to know about the sparks coming from receptables when you plug in.

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Experts By Ethan Harrison Smith 5 months ago

The Safest Way To Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades For A Better Cut (If You Can't Get A Pro)

If you want to sharpen your lawn mower blades in the safest way possible, contact a professional. But if you can't do that, there's always a plan B to consider.

Exterior Home Repair By Charlotte D. Miller 5 months ago

One Place You're Forgetting To Remove Snow (& It Could Cause Major Problems)

Snow is falling, and you've got the shovel or snowblower out and ready to clear the walkways. But most people forget to remove snow from this dangerous spot.

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Entertaining By Jillian Chapman 5 months ago

Tips For Hosting An Alcohol-Free Shindig At Your Home

Whether you've got sober friends, enjoy Dry January, or want to throw an inclusive celebration, a mocktail party could be an ideal gathering. No booze needed.

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Experts By Rob Johnstone 5 months ago

Wood Finish & Food Safety: Here's What You Need To Know

Does the cutting board finish have any impact on the safety of your food? When you have wooden kitchenware, knowing which finishes are food-safe is important.

Design Hacks By Leonora Epstein 5 months ago

10 Ways To Hack An IKEA Billy Bookcase

No doubt, IKEA's BILLY ookcase is a great organizational tool - but it can be even better with these clever design hacks.

Purple, orange, and red tulips planted in the ground

Flowers By Charlotte D. Miller 5 months ago

The Meanings Behind Specific Tulip Colors

During tulip season, everyone should gift someone (or themselves) a bouquet of these favorite flowers, especially since each tulip color has a special meaning.

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Laundry By Erika Dale 5 months ago

The Handy Pull-Out Shelf That Makes Laundry Even Easier

Laundry is an arduous but necessary duty, but what if you had a pull-out shelf installed to make folding, drying, loading, and unloading an easier process?

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Cleaning Hacks By Erika Dale 5 months ago

Bring Life Back To Scratched Dishware With A Cleaning Staple You Already Own

Don't throw out those dishes! Even if they're scuffed and scratched, one cleaning cabinet staple will rub them right off, making them look good as new.

Home Improvement By Ron Baker 5 months ago

Level Up Your Next DIY With 5 Exciting DeWalt Tools That You've Never Heard Of

Your garage has space for more DeWalt tools, but you're not sure what to get? Here are 5 underrated yellow and black tools that are useful in surprising ways.

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Floors & Ceilings By Holly Gates 5 months ago

Here's The Real Reason Your Floors Are Squeaking

There's sometimes nothing worse than a floor that squeaks in just the worst place. What's the cause of this, though - and is it a problem you can fix?

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Painting By Erika Dale 5 months ago

Is Millennial Pink Outdated - Or The Perfect Choice For Your Home?

We all remember the Gen Y pink craze of the 2010s. The world loved it back then, but can you pull it off today? Here's what our interior designer has to say.

Garden Tools & Supplies By Brandy Eaklor 5 months ago

Creative DIY Wood Pallet Projects That Will Enhance Your Garden

Every thrifty DIYer loves wood pallets, but if you're a gardener, these projects from the wooden material will add life to your outdoor space, patio, and yard.

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