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10 Outdoor String Lights to Buy so the Party Doesn’t End When the Sun Sets
Outdoor string lights are the perfect backyard accessory, whether you’re looking to add a little ambiance or you want to illuminate your space for late-night barbecues and get-togethers. We’ve rounded up the best of the best so you can find the set that satisfies your needs, from solar-powered outdoor string lights to fun, novelty bulbs. …
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This Quick Watering Trick Will Keep Your Plants Alive While You’re on Vacation
The summer is finally here, and hopefully that means you can take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life and head out on a vacation! But before you go, you probably have more than a few loose ends to tie up at home, including what to do about your plants. Will they…
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7 Cordless Stick Vacuums That Will Leave Your Floors Spotless
For most people, vacuuming is a chore they don’t exactly look forward to, and it’s no wonder: Having to maneuver a big, clunky vacuum complete with a bothersome cord throughout your home that always seems to be getting in the way can make this already-tedious task seem downright torturous. Thankfully, there’s an alternate way to…
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How to Create an Inspiring Home Office Space in 4 Simple Steps
Whether you’re a creative based at home, you work in a corporate environment, or manage a household, you likely spend a good part of your day in some sort of space dedicated to work and organization. Has this space been given the love it deserves? Does the design and decoration belong with the rest of…
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18 Houseplants That Remove Harmful Chemicals From the Air
If you’re a complete and utter plant lady, your obsession could actually have some pretty cool health benefits. Houseplants are known for purifying the air, so what better plants to clean your home than those that are NASA-approved to refine the air in space stations? The NASA Clean Air Study contains a list of plants…
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5 Clever Ways to Double Your Kitchen Storage
“My kitchen has way too much storage”… is something you’re unlikely to ever hear. People bemoaning a lack of cabinet space, on the other hand, is much more common. When you’re planning a kitchen, it’s best to incorporate as much storage as possible. It will future-proof your home and be a selling point when you…
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How to Keep Raccoons Out of Your Trash With a Common Pantry Item
Nothing is worse than discovering a pack of raccoons ransacked your garbage can in the middle of the night. Sure, your trash might seem tasty to them, but it’s smelly and gross to everyone else. Luckily, you can use a common household item to keep raccoons out of your trash every night. Raccoons can overcome…
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22 Common Cleaning Mistakes to Avoid
Detergent, sponge, dishwasher — you might have the right tools, but it’s all about how you use them. Cleaning your home effectively might seem to be a straightforward process but there’s a number of key areas that tend to be overlooked when they really shouldn’t be. Whether you’re doing a deep clean of the bathroom or a quick…
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5 Cheap Plants That Keep Your Home Cool and Fresh
It’s summer, and that means only one thing: It’s hot — too hot to think, too hot to move, too hot to do anything. You could crank up the air conditioning, but you’ll be paying extra at the end of the month when you get your electricity bill. So why not sit back, relax, and…
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A Smidgen of Dish Soap Can Tame Any Stubborn Stain, Laundromat Pro Says
We’ve all had to say goodbye to a beloved piece of clothing because we couldn’t get a stubborn stain to wash out. There are tons of products that promise to erase all of the frustrating blemishes on our laundry, but chances are you probably already have one sitting on your kitchen sink. It turns out,…