5 Thrifty Tips From a Seasoned Homesteader
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5 Thrifty Tips From a Seasoned Homesteader

After 25 years as a homesteader, RuthAnn Zimmerman knows how to make good things last.
Unusual Fruits That Deserve a Spot in the Garden
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Unusual Fruits That Deserve a Spot in the Garden

Aronia and quince may be little-known, but they reward patient gardeners with one-of-a-kind harvests.
Are Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades Worth It?
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Are Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades Worth It?

Some upgrades take decades to pay off, while others add real value to your home and comfort to your life.
In Praise of Porches
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In Praise of Porches

Before screens and backyards took over, American communities were held together by something much simpler—and more profound.
7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building a Raised Garden Bed
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7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building a Raised Garden Bed

Raised beds make gardening easier, but only if you build them right.

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DIYing Your Next Home Renovation? Be on Lookout for These Things That Can Derail Your Project

DIYing Your Next Home Renovation? Be on Lookout for These Things That Can Derail Your Project

To minimize the chances of a project getting derailed, issues of communication, people, materials, budgets, and timelines have to be addressed up front.

Frosty Alfresco: Cool Weather Entertaining Tips

A snowy backyard is an enchanted setting for winter entertaining. Let’s bundle up and extend the outdoor living season.

Surprisingly Useful Ways to Use Dryer Sheets Around the House

Dryer sheets have so many other uses around the home—indoors, outdoors, in the garage.

No More Sleeping Through the Alarm and More Handy Tips

If you’re a heavy sleeper and have trouble hearing your cellphone’s alarm, you can boost the volume by setting it in an empty (glass) drinking glass.

Ask Angi: What Kind of Fireplace Is Right for Me?

Whether you’re envisioning the crackle of logs, the convenience of instant flames, or a sleek modern design, today’s homeowners have four main options.
Replace an Interior Door

Replace an Interior Door

A solid door looks and operates better and reduces the transmission of sound.
Survey: One in Six Aspiring Homeowners Have Given up in the Last Five Years

Survey: One in Six Aspiring Homeowners Have Given up in the Last Five Years

The vast majority of U.S. adults still consider owning a home a linchpin of the American dream.
Replace Old Doorbell for a Better Ring Sound

Replace Old Doorbell for a Better Ring Sound

New doorbells are relatively inexpensive, so attempting to repair an old doorbell is probably not worth the effect.