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The best hose hangers to keep your space free from tangled messes

From metal to plastic, and from wall-mounted to freestanding, hose hangers or hose reels are available in a number of options. These models are top choices no matter how you plan to use a hose hanger.

Also called a hose stand or hose reel, a hose hanger can help organize a garden hose of any length. Whether you plan to mount one on a wall or place a freestanding one near your garden, these hose hangers can be big assets for your landscaping maintenance needs.

Yard Butler Wall Mount Hose Hanger

Best overall

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When imagining a hose hanger, a classic metal wall-mount one usually comes to mind. The Yard Butler Wall-Mount Hose Hanger is a leading, classic wall-mount choice. Yard Butler is the original designer and manufacturer of the classic hose holder, which now is available in bright colors and designs for personalized yards and gardens.

Liberty Garden Metal Garden Hose Stand

Decorative freestanding yard hose hanger

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If a freestanding model suits you better than a wall-mounted hose hanger, then highly consider one that’s decorative to boot — like the Liberty Garden Metal Garden Hose Stand. Sporting a simple, basic design, it can hold a hose up to 125 feet long and 5/8 inches wide out of the way and neatly in place.

Liberty Garden Decorative Hose Butler

Decorative Wall mount hose hanger

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A wall-mounted hose hanger doesn’t need to be drab and dull. For added pizzazz, seek out an attractive one, like the Liberty Garden Decorative Wall-Mount Hose Hanger. It offers an attractive design that can complement most decor and an all-cast aluminum construction that can resist rust.

Don’t fight tangles and kinks with an unruly garden hose. Make garden life simpler and more organized with one of these top-notch hose hangers.

Vacuum packing clothes: Does it really save storage space?
Here are the pros and cons of vacuum sealing your clothing
Man holding vacuum-sealed clothing

Regardless of the size of your space, it often feels as if you'll never have enough room for storage. That's why it's crucial to maximize your storage areas with a few space-saving solutions so your garage, attic, or closet can stay tidy and organized. When packing away seasonal items, one of the most popular methods is to vacuum pack clothes. Vacuum sealing your clothing can create additional space in your closet and make it easier to transition your wardrobe for the seasons. That being said, this strategy isn't without its drawbacks, and it might not be the best way to tackle every organizing project.

Today, we're answering some vital questions about this storage method. After all, you want to protect and preserve your clothing items. So, before pulling out the heavy-duty storage bags, read through these pros and cons of vacuum packing to determine if this storage hack is a fit for you.
How does vacuum sealing work?

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Should you regrout your bathroom? What to consider first
Regrout, reglaze, or replace? What you need to know
Classic white subway tile in shower

If your bathroom tile grout is stained, dirty, or otherwise looking old, it's not only unsightly, but it can make it difficult to sell your home. You may be wondering if you should regrout the shower or other tiled areas of the bathroom. Sometimes grout staining occurs no matter how much you clean it, and the result is tile that looks dirty even though it isn't.

Luckily, there are a few different ways you can freshen up your grout without remodeling your bathroom, and they include some affordable, do-it-yourself options.

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The best time to sell your home, according to Zillow
Zillow shares that some seasons are better for selling than others. Here’s what you need to know
Red house with for sale sign in the front yard

Are you considering selling your home this year? Before listing your house on the market or tackling renovations to see a higher ROI, you might want to know when the best time to sell your home is. Thankfully, Zillow has the answers and the data to prove that some seasons are better for home selling than others. Here’s what you need to know.
What is the best time of year to list your home?

Typically, the best time of year to sell your house is when the buyers are shopping. Homebuyers usually purchase a new home in the warmer months between March and November. While home buying can happen during the holiday season, many house hunters avoid perusing the market while their attention is divided among family gatherings.

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