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Buying a new home can be daunting, so here are all of the little tips and tricks you'll need to know along the way, as you make your house into a home. Use these DIY projects and ideas to make small repairs and big renovations in your house.
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The best beer fridges are a lot more than just mini fridges you store brewskis in. We found the top models for your garage, basement or man cave.
The 8 Best Beer Fridges for Your Garage or Man Cave
The best beer fridges are a lot more than just mini fridges you store brewskis in. We found the top models for your garage, basement or man cave.
You may be familiar with LoveSac from their flagship product, the oh-so-cozy Sac bean bag chair. But in 2006, the brand started selling couches, AKA Sactionals. These modular sofas put you in a designer driver’s seat, offering customization on everything from fabric type to fill. Plus, unlike a traditional couch that’s a set size, each seat and side is its own entity, allowing you to create a configuration that’s entirely your own.
The Lovesac Sactional Is the Last Couch I Will Ever Buy
You may be familiar with LoveSac from their flagship product, the oh-so-cozy Sac bean bag chair. But in 2006, the brand started selling couches, AKA Sactionals. These modular sofas put you in a designer driver’s seat, offering customization on everything from fabric type to fill. Plus, unlike a traditional couch that’s a set size, each seat and side is its own entity, allowing you to create a configuration that’s entirely your own.
We spoke with three appliance experts to find the most reliable refrigerator brands. We also asked them for their favorite models from each brand. Garage Refrigerator, Refrigerator Brands, Household Appliance, Refrigerator Lg, Best Refrigerator, Freezer Burn, Wine Fridge, Top Freezer Refrigerator, French Door Refrigerator
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5 Most Reliable Refrigerator Brands, According to Repair Techs
We spoke with three appliance experts to find the most reliable refrigerator brands. We also asked them for their favorite models from each brand.
Cover up old wall-mounted phone jack with one of these brilliant ideas. Family Handyman Projects, Upcycling, Home Repair Hacks, Handyman Projects Diy Home Repair, Hide Phone Jack, Phone Jack Covers, Wall Covering Ideas, Homeowner Hacks, Handyman Hacks
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What to Do with Your Old Wall-Mounted Phone Jack
Cover up old wall-mounted phone jack with one of these brilliant ideas.
Problems solving skills are on full display with these 100 outrageous things homeowners have done to their houses Work Nook, Deck Footings, Heat Registers, Garage Door Springs, Floor Registers, Wooden Pallet Furniture, Sump Pump, Home Inspector, Crazy Things
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100 Outrageous Things Homeowners Have Done to Their Houses
Problems solving skills are on full display with these 100 outrageous things homeowners have done to their houses
Find out how dopamine decor can help infuse your home with color, pattern, and nostalgia. Dopamine Decoration, Bright Green Paint Colors, Dopamine Decorating, Bright Green Paint, Dark Blue Paint Color, Whimsical Bathroom, Home With Color, Orange Couch, Dark Blue Paint
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What Is Dopamine Decor and Should You Use It in Your Home?
Find out how dopamine decor can help infuse your home with color, pattern, and nostalgia.
When you can't meet up with friends at the bar, bring the bar to your backyard with an outdoor kegerator. Beer, Outdoor Kegerator, Kegerator Bar, Meet Up With Friends, Outdoor Entertaining, The Bar, Bring It On, Bar, Canning
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6 Best Outdoor Beer Kegerators
When you can't meet up with friends at the bar, bring the bar to your backyard with an outdoor kegerator.
Want all the perks of a hot tub without the cost or hassle? Try the Coleman Saluspa inflatable hot tub for soothing, bubbly relaxation at a fraction of the price. Hot Tub Lights, Hot Tub Ideas, Tub Lighting, Comfortable Patio Furniture, Large Hot Tub, Inflatable Hot Tub, Hot Tub Backyard, Inflatable Hot Tubs, Outdoor Spa
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I Tried the Coleman SaluSpa Inflatable Hot Tub—Here’s My Review
Want all the perks of a hot tub without the cost or hassle? Try the Coleman Saluspa inflatable hot tub for soothing, bubbly relaxation at a fraction of the price.
We're currently in the thick of testing pool products. Here's a selection of standout above-ground pools for every taste and budget—with a few we tested in our own backyards. Small Above Ground Pool, Easy Set Pools, Best Above Ground Pool, Above Ground Pools, Rectangular Pool, Ground Pools, Above Ground Swimming Pools, Gallon Of Water, Inflatable Pool
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The 8 Best Above-Ground Pools
We're currently in the thick of testing pool products. Here's a selection of standout above-ground pools for every taste and budget—with a few we tested in our own backyards.
Discover the efficiency and eco-friendliness of weed torches for garden maintenance and weed control. Garden Maintenance, Home Repairs, After Rain, Hardy Perennials, Landscaping Tips, Propane Tank, New Homeowner, Home Maintenance, Propane
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Can You Get Rid of Weeds with Weed Burners?
Discover the efficiency and eco-friendliness of weed torches for garden maintenance and weed control.
Confused by the latest USB cables and charging technology? You're not alone. We break down the latest specs so you can get the most out of your tech. Technology, Usb Type A, Old Boxes, You're Not Alone, Weird Shapes, Looking Up
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What’s The Difference Between USB-C and USB-C PD?
Confused by the latest USB cables and charging technology? You're not alone. We break down the latest specs so you can get the most out of your tech.
With record home equity levels, you might qualify for a loan to remodel the kitchen or build a garage — but is it worth it? Here's how to know. Build A Garage, Strategic Leadership, Building A Garage, Home Equity Loan, Is It Worth It, Borrow Money, Home Equity, Buying A New Home, Family Handyman
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With Home Equity Levels Near Record High, Should You Remodel?
With record home equity levels, you might qualify for a loan to remodel the kitchen or build a garage — but is it worth it? Here's how to know.
You probably haven’t done these cleaning and home maintenance tasks lately (if ever!), but it’s imperative that you do. The good news is they’re easy, and we’ll show you how. Moving 101, Home Maintenance Checklist, Diy Home Repair, Stained Concrete, Roof Repair, Diy Household, Diy Molding
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51 Things Most Homeowners Aren’t Doing But Need To
You probably haven’t done these cleaning and home maintenance tasks lately (if ever!), but it’s imperative that you do. The good news is they’re easy, and we’ll show you how.
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10 Tricks Sellers Use to Pass Home Inspections
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You probably already have a home maintenance checklist: Replace the furnace filter each season, shut off water spigots before winter, clean the gutters, etc. That's a good start, but there are jobs that homeowners often forget about, or don't even know about. Here are some important home maintenance items that may not be on your list-items that may cause a big headache, or worse, cost you big money if you neglect them. Cleaning A House Before Moving In, Deep Clean Before Moving In, How To Clean New House Before Move In, Clean New House Before Moving In, Cleaning Before Moving In, Just Bought A House Now What, Cleaning A New House Before Moving In, Setting Up New House, What To Wear To House Closing
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10 Vital Home Maintenance Tasks You’ll Regret If You Forget
You probably already have a home maintenance checklist: Replace the furnace filter each season, shut off water spigots before winter, clean the gutters, etc. That's a good start, but there are jobs that homeowners often forget about, or don't even know about. Here are some important home maintenance items that may not be on your list-items that may cause a big headache, or worse, cost you big money if you neglect them.