The Best Ways to (Safely) Hide Power Outlets
It might be hard to imagine, but there was a time when electricity was a novelty, and no one had power buzzing through their walls. Everyone alive today was born…
The Pros and Cons of Granite, Quartz, and Marble Countertops
Photo: StudioDin (Shutterstock) Whether you’re building a new home or renovating your kitchen, you’ll have to make a decision about your countertops. If you’d like to go with a natural…
Prevention Is the Key to a Clean House
Coming home to a clean space is a great feeling. Even those who aren’t bothered by a bit of clutter, dust, and grime can probably appreciate being able to sit…
How to Choose and Care for a Cutting Board (so It Doesn’t Mess up Your Knife)
Having a quality knife you can depend on is only half of the cutting equation. A knife needs to be maintained with honing and sharpening, but knife care extends to…
Six Sinks, Ranked by How Easy They Are to Install Yourself
If you need to upgrade a sink, choosing the right one can seem daunting. If you plan to do the work yourself, considerations like mounting style, depth, and the type…
The Three Best Kitchen Countertops to Install Yourself
If you’re considering a kitchen remodel, or you just need to replace your worn-out countertops, finding the right type of countertop might seem daunting. With costs for materials seemingly ever-increasing,…
DIY the Ultimate Countertop-Saving Dish Rack
I live in a city, but not the city, so my inexplicably teeny tiny kitchen tends to amuse my friends. It barely qualifies as a “room;” it’s more a small…
You Can Fix a Chipped Granite Countertop in Five Minutes
Photo: Artazum (Shutterstock) Design trends come and go, but certain materials persist. Granite and other natural stones are always popular countertop choices in kitchens and bathrooms because of their natural…
The Difference Between Contact Cement and Rubber Cement
Photo: Joni Hanebutt (Shutterstock) Walk into any hardware, big-box, or craft store, and you’ll find an aisle (or at least part of an aisle) full of different types of adhesives.…
All the Ways You Can Clean With a Squeegee (but Aren’t)
Photo: Davizro Photography (Shutterstock) Squeegees are so much cooler than we give them credit for. If you don’t have a little one for cleaning your mirrors and windows, go get…