Home Safety

Home Maintenance

Read this electrical safety checklist before your next at-home project

By Amelia Wilson
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working in garage

This is the best LED garage lighting for all your at-home projects

Home Maintenance
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Can water in an electrical outlet start a fire?

Home Maintenance
Man monitoring home security on smartphone

DIY smart home-security basics

Home Maintenance

Is it safe to sleep with a space heater on?

Home Maintenance
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How to babyproof any fireplace

Home Maintenance
Fireplace with metal gate

How to change the oil in your lawn mower

Lawn mower cutting grass

How to decorate a vintage bathroom that will wow your guests

Vintage bathroom with sink and shelves

Don’t know where to start decluttering your closet? Here’s where to begin

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Tidy up with Marie Kondo’s new Container Store collaboration

marie kondo container store

These entryway rug ideas will liven any space

entryway with geometric rug

Which paint is best for a bathroom? Here’s how to decide

light blue bathroom

Choosing a couch for a small apartment can be so simple — here’s how it’s done

gray couch with pillows

6 simple steps to start your next home-renovation project

Paint samples on a table

Essential bedroom furniture for every household

Bedroom with headboard, night stand, and artwork

Tips for designing a modern nursery

blue and gray nursery

How to find the best portable induction cooktop

portable induction cooktop best cooker skillet

Creative storage solutions for even the worst mudroom

Storage bench with cubby holes in foyer of home

Tips for installing track lighting at home

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Simple garage organization tips for your next weekend project

A clean garage interior with storage

Choosing a living room wall color can be daunting — here are some suggestions

green living room

Why you need a pest control technician on speed dial

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How to build a multipurpose entertainment center

Contemporary living room with furniture, shelves, and large TV

What to do to repurpose old planters

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How to clean your air conditioner coils inside your house

outdoor air conditioning units

How to choose rustic wood flooring for every room

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Baking vs. carving: The best ways to prep a pumpkin

Pumpkin group decorating

Garage a mess? Here’s how to tackle that today

organized-garage

Creative mini bars you can add to your apartment

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How to build your own home security system

Wooden door with silver handle and multiple dead bolt locks

How to quickly cool down a hot room

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How to design a vintage-inspired kitchen

vintage kitchen

Maximize space and function with these bathroom-organization tips

Neatly organized bathroom shelves