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

Floors & Ceilings By Ethan Harrison Smith 6 months ago

What To Consider Before Choosing To Tile Over Existing Tile

Uprooting your current tile wall or floor and replacing it with brand-new tile is a lot of work or money. But before you tile over existing tile, consider this.

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Furniture By Gabrielle Hondorp 6 months ago

Sofa Vs. Couch Vs. Sectional: The Definitions You've Been Looking For

Do you know the difference between a sofa, a couch, and a sectional? Knowing the correct definitions can help you shop and decorate for your home.

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Floors & Ceilings By Holly Gates 6 months ago

Disadvantages Of Installing Carpet You Probably Hadn't Considered

If you're considering a carpet installation in a new house or your current home remodel, there are some disadvantages that you may need to think about first.

retro looking room with mid-century modern furniture, green paint, a branch in a jar, lamp, old-timey radio

Decor By Gabrielle Hondorp 6 months ago

The Old-School Decor Trend That Has Slowly Been Making A Comeback

Many people try to avoid old-school decor trends, but there is one retro home aesthetic that is slowly but surely making a comeback in interior design.

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Experts By Ethan Harrison Smith 6 months ago

How To Replant Your Real Christmas Tree After The Holiday Season

If you want to keep your real Christmas tree after the holidays are over, you can try replanting it. We spoke to an expert landscape designer to find out how.

woman with black hair holding a blank picture frame while two black blank picture frames are mounted behind her. she's sitting in a beige living room with plants nearby

Organization & Storage By Jason Rochlin 6 months ago

Turn Dollar Tree Photo Frames Into The Best Spice Organizer For Your Kitchen

Could it be that the best spice organizer ever comes from Dollar Tree photo frames? This simple hack could help you get your herbs and spices in order.

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Yard Maintenance By Jillian Chapman 6 months ago

Can You Use Your Swimming Pool As A Skating Rink In The Winter?

Turning your outdoor swimming pool into an ice skating rink each winter sounds like a seasonal dream for many homeowners. But is this actually possible?

Decor By Charlotte D. Miller 6 months ago

Decorate Your Home For The Winter Naturally With Greenery

This winter you can decorate with a natural element: greenery. From conifers to herbs to leaves, you can bring the beauty of the outdoors into your home.

Decor By Gabrielle Hondorp 6 months ago

5 Signs Your Home Design Aesthetic Is Horribly Outdated

Nobody wants to live in a house with a design aesthetic that looks horribly dated, but if you have these five signs in your home decor, you might be in danger.

Kitchen Appliances By Erika Dale 6 months ago

Here's Who Really Makes Kenmore Appliances

For over 100 years, Kenmore has been a trusted appliance brand. There's just one problem: They don't actually manufacture their own appliances. Here's who does.

Home Security By Charlotte D. Miller 6 months ago

True Or False: Will One Dripping Faucet Save Your Pipes From Freezing?

When you grandpa tells you to leave a pipe running so your pipes don't burst, does he have a good point? Here's the truth about this old plumbing advice.

Furniture By Ethan Harrison Smith 6 months ago

Placement & Design Tips For A Bulky Grandfather Clock

If you purchased or inherited a bulky grandfather clock, it should have the best possible location in your home. With these design and decor tips, it will.

Switching an incandescent light bulb to LED

Remodel By Ron Baker 6 months ago

LED Lights: Downsides & Safety Precautions To Consider Before Installing

LED lights are everywhere, and you might be considering adding more of them to your home. Just how serious are the risks to your eyes, sleep, and health?

hummingbird sitting on branch with yellowing autumn leaves coming off of it

Yard Maintenance By Charlotte D. Miller 6 months ago

Leave The Leaves If You Like Hummingbirds

You may know that hummingbirds love nectar from brightly colored flowers or hummingbird feeders. But if you really want to help them, keep those fallen leaves.

close up of dull, scratched hardwood floor

Cleaning Hacks By Jillian Chapman 6 months ago

Why Your Hardwood Floors Look Dull Even After Cleaning Them

Everyone wants hardwood floors that shine like they're brand new. But if yours are sad and dull, even after cleaning them, you could be making a big mistake.

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Lawn Mowers & Tools By Ethan Harrison Smith 6 months ago

Gas Vs. Electric Chainsaws: Which Will Better Cut Its Way Into Your Heart & Home?

If you're in the middle of a tough decision between a gas chainsaw or an electric chainsaw, consider these advantages and disadvantages of each before you do.

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Cleaning Hacks By Charlotte D. Miller 6 months ago

Bring Shine Back To Your Grimy Shower Tracks With An Easy & Affordable Cleaning Hack

The tracks of your shower can easily fall victim to grime, mildew, and mold. If you want them shiny and clean, this easy hack only requires a household staple.

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Kitchens By Holly Gates 6 months ago

Yellow Kitchens Are Underrated: Tips For Making Them Glow

Yellow can invoke feelings of joy, including in your kitchen. With a few clever decor tips, this underrated shade is a great paint color for a kitchen remodel.

Cleaning Hacks By Jillian Chapman 6 months ago

Use This Unexpected Medicine Cabinet Staple To Unclog Your Drains In A Pinch

That drained clog might not be a problem if you have this staple from your medicine cabinet on hand. Find out if this cleaning hack can unclog your pipes.

collection of red and black corded and cordless power tools against a dark wooden background

Garden Tools & Supplies By Rob Johnstone 6 months ago

Cordless Vs. Corded Power Tools: Which One Is Right For Your Home?

Power tools are a must-have for almost all homeowners, but choosing between cordless and corded power tools can be a tough one. Here are the pros and cons.

thick black floating shelf with gold potted plants and greenery to the side

Design Hacks By Jillian Chapman 6 months ago

The Floating Shelf Hack That Creates More Storage In Your Home

So many storage solutions take up space. If you want a decorative option with a unique twist, this floating shelf hack can add more storage space in your home.

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Garden Hacks By Gabrielle Hondorp 6 months ago

Should You Throw Toilet Paper Tubes In Your Garden? Here's What The Experts Say

Some people recommend using toilet paper tubes made out of cardboard into your garden. However, here's what the experts have to say about this gardening hack.

New year's party decor including lights, party hat, tinsel, and a glass of champagne

Entertaining By Janine Frank 6 months ago

Hosting A New Years' Party? Quick Tips To Switch Your Christmas Decor Over To NYE

That week between Xmas and New Years' Eve is a flurry of activity. If you're hosting an NYE party, here's how to switch over the decorations without stressing.

Exterior Home Repair By Ethan Harrison Smith 6 months ago

How To Repair Cracks In Wood Siding To Give Your Exterior The Refresh It Needs

Don't panic if you have a crack in your wood siding. They're possible to repair, but you need to know the right method and what to buy for a chance at success.

modern neutral beige living room with floor to ceiling matching beige sheer drapes, cream upholstery, glass coffee table, abstract black and white painting, and natural greenery

Experts By Erika Dale 6 months ago

Should Your Curtains Match The Color Of Your Walls? It's Complicated

If you're buying new curtains or remodeling a room, color is likely on your mind. But do you want the curtains to match your walls? The answer isn't so simple.

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Plants, Trees & Shrubs By Janine Frank 6 months ago

Which Trees Can Be Planted In The Winter?

It may sound ridiculous to plant trees in the winter, but there are a few varieties in special conditions that may tolerate (or prefer) a cold planting period.

plastic tupperware food storage containers precariously perched in white kitchen cabinets

Organization & Storage By Charlotte D. Miller 6 months ago

Dollar Tree Items That Create Extra Cabinet Storage Space On A Budget

It may feel impossible to make the most of the storage space in your cabinet, but with inexpensive items from the Dollar Tree, you can organize way better.

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