7 Simple Steps That Make Cleaning Ceiling Fans a Breeze
Dust shouldn’t rain on your head when you want to cool down a room. Learn how easy it is to keep a fan’s blades, lights, and motor clean.
Solved! What to Do About Frost in Your Freezer
Finding frost in the freezer is never a good sign—it compromises your food’s taste and your appliance’s efficiency. Troubleshoot those pesky ice crystals with these six tips.
10 Unexpected Things to Put in Your Freezer—And Why
While many of us think of the freezer as the home of our favorite cool treats and last-minute meals, we don’t often realize the range of possibilities this underappreciated appliance has to offer. Here are a few surprising freezer feats, from prolonging the life of your batteries to cleaning your favorite pair of jeans, that prove that this workhorse’s frigid temps are good for a lot more than storing ice cream.
9 Ways to Make Your Old Bathroom New Again
If a trip to the bath feels more like a trip in time to the 1960s—complete with nostalgic but now dated design choices like pastel bathtubs, plate mirrors, and garish, textured wallpaper—your bathroom could do with an update. But you don’t have to take the plunge on a more costly or time-consuming renovation when there are a number of thrifty and simple alterations you can make to refresh your bathroom. Read on for nine easy ways to bring your bathroom out of the dark ages and into modernity.
The 13 Telltale Signs of a Well-Preserved Old Home
Not all vintage homes are money pits—in fact, those that are well maintained may have higher-quality materials than newer homes on the market. Here’s how to know whether the property you’re looking at is both an oldie and a goodie.
Is Your Basement Tornado-Ready? How to Prep the Space—And What to Keep on Hand
Which part of the basement offers the best shelter from a tornado? What emergency supplies should you keep in the basement? An American Red Cross expert explains how to prep your home’s lowest level.
All You Need to Know About Whole House Humidifiers
You’re likely familiar with the portable humidifiers families set up in the nursery, or perhaps to help a tropical houseplant thrive. Whole house humidifiers take the same essential technology a step further, ensuring that indoor air quality remains high year-round.
The 12 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make With Your Smart Home Devices
Are some of the actions you’re taking with your smart home system actually making your life more difficult and less convenient?
Solved! Who Fixes Water Heaters?
Your water heater’s giving you grief, but who do you call to make repairs? It’s time to figure out who fixes water heaters.
How to Stop a Washing Machine From Shaking
Prevent excessive noise and potential damage by taking these steps to stop a shaking washing machine.