Paint Roller

How to Choose the Right Paint Roller for Your Project

Paint rollers may all look similar, but even just a quarter-inch of thickness can make a big difference in the finished surface. The handle and base of the painting tool are known as the roller cage. Your roller needs to fit on the cage you choose, and it also needs to match the surface you’re painting…

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TV Mounted In Living Room

8 Steps to Mounting a TV on the Wall

Whether you just bought a new TV, are setting up the perfect home theater, or just rearranging the living room, mounting a television on the wall comes with many benefits. It can free up space on the floor, reduce potential damage from children and pets, create a cleaner look for your living space, and have better…

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Snow on roof

How to Remove Snow From Your Roof

A thick layer of sparkling white snow covering your roof might look pretty, but it puts a lot of strain on the structure due to its weight. There’s also a good chance that melting water trapped by the snow above will leak into your roof rather than dripping off. If you live in a cold…

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Boots walking through the snow

Ice Melt 101: Everything You Need to Know

Ice and freezing temperatures can be a problem during the winter months. Potentially dangerous when accumulated on driveways, steps, and walkways, ice can cause slips, falls, and accidents that can put a real dent in your winter. Aside from shoveling, scraping, and sanding, ice melt is one of the most common ways to deal with slippery and icy…

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Man setting up lights

How to Install an Outdoor Security Light

Security lights are ideal for brightening up the exterior of your home and illuminating obstacles and pathways that could pose trip hazards. They’re also recommended to help you see any potential intruders or wild animals that might be roaming around in the dark. Security lights come on automatically when there’s movement outside, but that very feature can…

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How to Cover & Protect Young Trees in Winter

While you’re making that checklist for the holidays, better add something else. It’s time to prepare your home and yard for winter. We’re not just talking about hauling away the last of the leaves and moving plants indoors. Winter-prep also includes protecting your trees from the cold and sunburn. Yes, trees can get a sunburn. Fortunately,…

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15 Holiday & Christmas Gifts for Grillers

Grilling enthusiasts are always looking for new tools and accessories to enhance their grilling area, and with so many products available, finding the perfect gift for the grill master in your life has never been easier. Whether they love the smoky flavor of charcoal or the convenience of propane, the right gear can elevate their skills…

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Snow covering a home

How to Prepare for a Blizzard or Winter Storm at Home

When it’s still warm and sunny out, it is all too easy to forget about the harsh cold of winter. Yet spending a little extra time preparing for winter, especially winter storms and blizzards, can make life a lot easier during the season. Aside from preparing for routine chores like shoveling snow or keeping ice dams from…

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Boots Walking Through Snow

Ice Melt 101: Everything You Need to Know

Ice and freezing temperatures can be a problem during the winter months. Potentially dangerous when accumulated on driveways, steps, and walkways, ice can cause slips, falls, and accidents that can put a real dent in your winter. Aside from shoveling, scraping, and sanding, ice melt is one of the most common ways to deal with slippery and icy…

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Snow covering a home in the winter

How to Avoid Blown Fuses from Christmas Lights

Are you ready to get in the holiday spirit? Before you start throwing up those Christmas lights, it’s important to understand how they work. Have you ever used too many lights and overloaded the circuit? It’s okay, we’ve all been there. Before you start hanging those outdoor Christmas lights up, check out these tips below for…

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