DIY Projects
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Home Canning 101: Crisp Pickle Slices
Preserve your garden produce at it's finest and explore the growing popularity of home canning. People everywhere are rediscovering home canning as a practical and enjoyable way to savor their garden goodness and flavor throughout the year. Below is just one canning recipe to create delicious pickles from cucumbers. Explore a new pickle canning recipe every year that you alter to your tastes.
Home Maintenance:
- Cleaning Hard Water Build-Up
You’ve tried scrubing with all the best cleaners. You’ve even considered replacing your whole bathroom faucet because of unsightly hard water build-up. Do not worry. There’s a quick fix that will have your faucet looking like new. - 10 Spring Cleaning Tips
Once again it’s time to flip your house upside down! Yes, it is time for spring cleaning. Don’t dread this inevitable chore. See our 10 Spring Cleaning Tips for an easy to follow spring cleaning checklist to make this task feasible and gratifying. - 10 Tips for Going Green
Whether your home is heated by gas, oil, or electricity, your hard-earned money, and the earth’s precious natural resources, could literally be going out the window, chimney or even under doors. Follow these 10 easy steps to cut your heating bill AND reduce your carbon footprint on the environment. - Buying a Ladder
There are several options in the market when it comes to buying a ladder. See the many different options available for ladders along with the different features you may want. - Dehumidifier Features and Proper Care
Dehumidifiers are a great addition to any home that suffers from excess humidity. They can help prevent mold, keep electronics safe from moisture and add to your personal comfort during those warm, sticky months. See more on buying a dehumidifier here. - Fall Maintenance Tips for Your Home
If the dropping temperatures have you in a panic about your home this winter, take a few minutes to make sure your home is ready for another Midwest winter with our Home Maintenance Tips. - How to Install a Programmable Thermostat
Tired of heating or cooling an empty house while you're away? Installing a programmable thermostat is not only smart for your home, it's pure genius for your pocket book! In about an hour, you can be on your way to a more comfortable home and heating bill. - Installing a Mailbox
Has the Winter months left your mailbox in need of a little TLC? You may think installing a new mailbox and post is a daunting task, but don’t be fooled. After following these simple instructions, you’ll be able to add a mailbox to your home that really delivers both style and function. - Installing a New Faucet
Sometimes the littlest changes to an area can make a dramatic difference in the way you see the space. Installing a new faucet in your kitchen or bathroom can give the entire room a makeover. And it's not as hard as you'd think. - Tool School: Tool Box Basics and Beyond
It doesn't matter where you live, or whether you rent or own your residence. "As long as you have four walls and a roof to call home, sooner or later there's going to be something to repair, install or update," says Paul Holstein, COO of CableOrganizer.com. Here are some essentials for every tool box.