We’re in the heat of a pandemic and designing a cozy home office has never been of this importance. Most of us are now relegated to working from home. Designing a space where you can brainstorm and feel at ease is more of an art than science. There is a good chance you—like many of…
Working from home is becoming the new norm for many, and with this lifestyle shift comes a variety of perks. From ditching long commute times to rocking sweatpants 24/7, there is a lot to be said for the flexibility of staying at home for work. While work-from-home life brings many benefits, it also brings a…
You spend hours washing and folding clothes in your laundry room, so it should be a place that sparks some level of joy. There are loads of opportunities to freshen it up, but before you call in the contractor and spend thousands on a renovation, consider making some of the below DIY changes. They’re quick,…
Have you ever noticed your dishes aren’t getting clean after running them through the dishwasher? Maybe you’ve noticed your dishwasher is leaking, or just not working properly. It’s frustrating – we get it. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do yourself before calling a professional out to have a look. Here’s a list…
A jar full of sour, salty, crisp pickles is one of the greatest joys of summertime for many people. If you’re among the pickle lovers, here’s what you need to know to turn that backyard garden bounty or farmer’s market haul into rows of colorful jars. You’ve likely already dreamed of creating your very own…
Nothing captures the essence of summer quite like a day of casting a fishing line into a calm lake or river. If you think fishing is something you would enjoy (or if you’ve taken a break from your glory days as an angler and would like to try again), you’re probably wondering what you need…
Is your garden needing a bit of sprucing up after the long winter? If you’re happy with your plants and don’t necessarily want to change any of them, choosing to upgrade your containers is a great way to add life to a well-established garden. You can also bring your garden indoors for the winter with…
Many of us are planting our summer vegetable gardens with dreams of the bounties our gardens will bring. As we are just getting our seeds and plants in the ground, we are also carefully calculating the outcome of our harvest. You may be planting just enough towers of pole beans or rows of tomatoes to feed you through the…
Sink drains might not be the most glamorous part of your bathroom sink, but they’re definitely one of the essential components. Installing a new faucet with a matching sink drain is a minor update that gives your bathroom or kitchen a nice boost. Moreover, learning how to install a sink drain is an easy, money-saving DIY…
Common Pipe Sizes and What Each Size is Typically Used For Using the wrong size can lead to reduced water pressure, drainage issues, or even system failures. Whether you’re replacing a drain line or installing new water supply lines, here’s a breakdown of the most common plastic pipe sizes and what they’re typically used for in residential…