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There’s no place like home—especially when it’s in tip-top shape. We’ve rounded up the best cleaning and organizing tricks, affordable decor ideas, DIY hacks, and more. Warning: Once you’ve got everything just the way you want it, you may never want to leave!

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15 Types of Succulents for Your Home or Office

No green thumb? No problem. For low-maintenance indoor plants, choose from these types of succulents to liven up your space.

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12 Plant Watering Tips: How Often and How Much to Water Houseplants

Be flexible, and let the soil guide when your plants need a drink


How to Care for Aloe Plants

This beautiful, easy-to-care-for plant doubles as a first-aid kit


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Your Complete Guide to Indoor Plants: How to Keep Them Happy, Healthy and Green

Whether you’re a doting plant parent or a newbie with a brown thumb, this guide to indoor plants will help...


How to Care for a Jade Plant

Jade plant care is super simple, making this beauty the ideal beginner plant

How to Use Rice Water on Plants to Make Your Garden Thrive

Reduce kitchen waste and grow a healthier garden—both indoors and out!—by making your own rice water for plants


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19 Plants That Are Poisonous to Dogs

Listen up, pet parents! Your home may have poisonous plants for dogs, and it's time you made some smart plant...


11 Things You Shouldn’t Store on Top of Your Fridge

All that real estate looks pretty tempting. But a safety expert and a firefighter explain why you shouldn't store stuff...


How to Get Paint Out of Clothes: 3 Methods That Actually Work

Whether you're dealing with acrylic, latex, oil-based or dried paint stains, here's how to get paint out of clothes, according...


What Is Ammonia Used For? 11 Surprising Ways to Use It Around the Home

One of the most powerful and inexpensive household cleaners, ammonia often gets overlooked. We asked experts how to use it...


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Which Household Appliances Are Running Up Your Electric Bill?

Hitting the power button doesn't always mean an appliance is completely off. Appliances drain electricity in standby mode, and the...


How to Clean a Bathroom from Top to Bottom

Nobody loves scrubbing the bathroom, but with cleaning expert Melissa Maker's step-by-step guide, you can simplify the process and save...


How to Clean Your Jewelry—and Keep It Sparkling

Good news! You can easily clean your jewelry using common household items to keep it shiny and eye-catching.

How to Clean a Faucet Head to Get Rid of Buildup, According to the Pros

These tips from the experts make it easy to clean your faucet head so it looks brand new—and works better...


How to Use a Self-Cleaning Oven Feature Safely and Effectively

Don't put off this cleaning project any longer! Luckily, self-cleaning ovens do most of the work for you.


How to Remove Water Stains from Wood with Common Household Products

With a little elbow grease and the right ingredients, you can remove water stains from wood and bring your furniture...


If You See a Gold Porch Light, This Is What It Means

Like red, green and purple porch lights, gold porch lights also have a meaning behind them


9 Healing Plants You Should Have in Your Home, According to Experts

Registered clinical herbalists list the health benefits of some plants you love, plus a few worth adding to a sunny...


2 Things to Do with Cucumber Peels for Healthy Plants

This plant-care DIY is the perfect way to use cucumber peels


Here’s What It Means If You See Powdery Mildew on Your Plants

Getting rid of powdery mildew on plants is easier than you may think.


Discover Furniture That’s Functional and Feel-Good

Get the secret to affordable home furnishings!


How to Keep Dogs Out of Your Yard

Struggling with unwanted canine visitors? We have 16 expert-recommended strategies for keeping dogs out of your yard.

If You See Purple Dots on Your Tomato Leaves, This Is What It Means

Purple leaves on your tomatoes could be a sign something isn't right. Luckily, there are ways to purge the purple...


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BedJet 3 Review: I Tested This Bed Cooling System and I Finally Kissed Sweaty Nights Goodbye

Hot sleepers, listen up: The BedJet 3 Cooling Sleep System is the solution to sweaty nights. I know because I...


7 Best Cooling Bed Sheets for Better Sleep, Tested and Reviewed

Our team of shopping editors tested the best cooling bed sheets to help you drift off to dreamland without overheating.


Revive Your Garden for Spring with This Sustainable and Organic Plant Food

Help your garden go organic with Arber plant food.


How to Identify Plants with an iPhone in 4 Simple Steps

The iPhone's built-in plant identifier allows you to visually look up a wide range of mystery flora


6 Eye-Catching Vertical Gardens Designed to Grow Up in Small Spaces

Vertical gardens aren't just for urban spaces anymore. With so many options for creating green walls, flower towers and food...