5 Ways to Clean Your Home with Salt Salt is a common ingredient in cooking, but it’s also a handy cleaner. Here are five ways you can use salt to clean your home: Clean your iron. Heat up your iron, sprinkle salt onto parchment paper and wipe it up. Sterilize your sponges. Soak your sponges…
Read More5 Uses for Lemons
5 Ways Lemons Can Be Used in the Home: Lemons are a powerful, all-natural cleaner. Here are five ways you can include lemons in your cleaning routine: All-purpose cleaning. Mix one-half cup of white vinegar, lemon juice and two cups of water. Spray and wipe clean. Copper polish. Pour salt on a lemon and…
Read More3 Simple Carpet Cleaning Tips
If you’re like most homeowners, your carpets could use a little love. And, if you’re also like most homeowners, you know that having your carpets professionally cleaned can be a little pricey. The good new is, lifestyle blogger and HomeAdvisor contributor, Michelle Hinckley has a few wallet-friendly tips to give your carpets a new lease…
Read MoreThe 3 Easiest Ways to Cut Energy Costs
Are your utility costs getting out of hand? If so, don’t rush into an expensive energy efficiency remodel. Instead, check out these energy-saving home hacks from lifestyle blogger and HomedAdvisor contributor, Michelle Hinckley.
Read More5 Home Improvement Upgrades that Cost Less Than a TV
When homeowners think of home upgrades, they usually picture big projects like roof repair, new flooring or a kitchen remodel. But what if you could give your home a helping hand for less than the cost of a new TV? It turns out you can. Here’s how:
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between Caulking and Weather Stripping?
Upgrading your home’s energy efficiency is always a good idea. But before you jump into pricey energy audits or new HVAC systems, it’s also a good idea to spend some time caulking and weatherstripping your home. Here’s how to use both energy-boosting (and money-saving) solutions:
Read MoreHow to Hang the Perfect Gallery Wall
Nothing makes a house a home like a beautiful arrangement of paintings and photographs. But, hanging frames can be a little challenging — especially when it comes to correct spacing. Use these seven frame-hanging hacks to upgrade your walls in no time.
Read MoreDIY Cabinet Refinishing – 4 Basic Steps
Worn cabinets make even new kitchens look a little sad. Fortunately, a simple refinish will liven them up without costing you thousands of dollars. Give your kitchen the awe-inspiring look it deserves with these four simple steps:
Read More7 Simple Steps to Paint Chevron Stripes
A chevron accent in your kitchen or living room will give your home the perfect dose of lighthearted pizzazz. While painting a chevron accent looks like a tricky DIY job, Lifestyle blogger and HomeAdvisor contributor, Michelle Hinkley, breaks it down in seven easy steps:
Read MoreHow to Hang a Wreath Without Putting a Hole in Your Door
An unsightly hole in your front door will detract from its charm. Use this wreath-hanging hack to decorate your front door without creating an unattractive hole.
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