Can You Install Foreign Wall Outlets From Other Countries Into Your Home?
Maybe you're immigrating to the US and want to keep your appliances. Maybe your family overseas visits often. Is it legal (or safe) to replace your US outlets?
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Recycle Old Tires To Make Fun Outdoor Patio Furniture
If you want outdoor patio furniture with a bit of fun and whimsy, consider using old tires for a table or chair. This DIY project is a fun way to recycle.
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The Clever Closet Organizer That Makes The Most Of Vertical Space
Even if you don't think you have any extra space in your closet, this clever organizer hack maximizes the vertical space in order to give you more storage.
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How Much Will You Pay To Install An EV Charger At Your Home?
If you have or are considering an electric vehicle, installing an EV charger at home could be in your plans. But what about the cost? Here's what you'll pay.
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Here's What To Do If Your Fish Tank Cracks
Cracked fish tank? You could fix it. There are a few different possible solutions to make sure that your aquarium gets repaired in a safe, affordable manner.
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Transform Old Jars Into A Thrifty Genius Workshop Storage Hack
Keep your workshop storage neat and organized with this thrifty, genius hack that will make your crafts and home improvement projects so much easier.
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Consider Growing Native Plants Instead Of Buying Hummingbird Feeders
Attracting hummingbirds with a feeder and artificial nectar solution is nice, but growing native plants they love in your garden may have even more benefits.
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The Best Methods For Overwintering Geraniums (& The Benefits Of Doing So)
It's possible to overwinter your geraniums so that they can last into the next year, and there are multiple benefits for letting these flowers thrive.
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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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Never Lose Your Keys Again With An IKEA Entryway Hack
Keep your keys accessible with this simple, affordable IKEA hack for your entryway. Not only is it easy to DIY, but it functions as gorgeous decor as well.
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The Deadly Reason You Might Not Want To Cover Your Electric Baseboard Heaters
Don't buy the first baseboard heater cover you see just because it's a good deal. If your baseboards are electric, making the wrong choice could be fatal.
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The Handy Solution That'll Double Your Cabinet Mug Storage Without Taking Up Space
If you have a kitchen cabinet that's overflowing with coffee mugs, don't panic. There's a storage solution and it can double the amount of space available.
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Reuse Cardboard Boxes To DIY A Smart And Stylish Home Storage Solution
You could create the easiest home storage solution ever, and all you need is Dollar Tree jute and upcycled cardboard boxes for this clever, decorative DIY.
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The Bathroom Countertop Storage Solution That Comes From A Kitchen Essential
If you're looking for a simple hack to get more bathroom counter storage, your organization solution could be in an unlikely place: your kitchen.
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The HGTV-Approved Kitchen Lighting Hack That Won't Break The Bank
Have a broken lamp that you somehow want to keep using? HGTV's Jennifer Todryk has a solution that will cost you less than $5 (and a pair of scissors).
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Get The Look Of High-End Home Decor For Less With A Genius PVC Pipe Upcycle
PVC pipes and high-end decor might seem like mutually exclusive items, but this brilliant TikTok uses the former to make the latter in an impressive fashion.
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A Pool Noodle Is The Unexpected Tool You Need When Painting Cabinets
Painting is tedious. Painting cabinets is even worse. This clever TikTok hack makes it easier, and all you need is a pool noodle and some clothing hangers.
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Bring Shine Back To Rusted Patio Furniture With An All-Natural Household Staple
Want to restore the shine back to your old rusted patio furniture? You might be able to do that with a common household product that's safe and natural to use.
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The Hack That Makes Pouring From A Mason Jar So Much Easier
Mason jars are great for just about everything ... except pouring liquids without making a colossal mess. Thankfully, this hack will fix that problem.
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The Kitchen Organization Tool That's A Total Waste Of Money (With One Exception)
When considering tools to better organize your kitchen, there's one wasteful storage option you should avoid at all costs. However, there is one exception.
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Here's Why Your Garage Is Always So Cold
In the dead of winter, it's never pleasant to find tools in your freezing garage. Does it still have to be this way? There's a surprising reason for it.
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You Have Termites. How Long Before Your Home Collapses?
Oh no. Termites! It's a destructive pest and is dreaded by homeowners. So when exactly is your house in danger of collapsing from damage? Here's what to know.
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The Genius Egg Carton Hack That Will Bring Harmony To Your Cluttered Fridge
If you've got a spare egg carton lying around (and you probably do) then you have the refrigerator organization tool of your dreams in your fingertips.
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Snowy Front Steps? A High-Tech Solution Will End Your Shoveling Forever
Shoveling can destroy your back. Snowblowers are messy. Deicer is toxic. Snow-melting mads, meanwhile, are the shovel-free solution of your dreams.
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Why Your Log Splitter Is Leaking And How To Fix It
A log splitter will save you countless hours in splitting wood... if it works. If your splitter has started leaking, though, here's how to diagnose the problem.
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The Genius Caulking Trick You Need For A Seamless Finish Every Time
Caulking doesn't have to be the messy process you think it is. With a little bit of help from TikTok, you can make it way cleaner and less of a hassle.
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The Clever Hack That Keeps Chickens Out Of Your Garden
If your chickens are destroying your backyard garden, you can try this clever yard hack to keep them away from your beloved plants while still free ranging.
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