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    Tips for Keeping Your Car Clean with Kids [Slideshow]

    Growing Your Family September 9, 2019

    Whether they’re young enough to still be in a car sear or old enough to be going to soccer practice, kids are messy – but that doesn’t mean your car has to be. You can prevent messes and treat common stains with just a little know-how. Here are tips on how to keep your car...

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  • Home Garage

    5 Tips for Converting a Garage to a Room

    Maintenance February 15, 2019

    When you’re looking for extra space in your home, garages are logical places to turn. Whether you need an extra room, a bit of rental income, or just want to spread out, chances are, with some modifications, your home has the space you need. Before you convert your garage to livable space, you must attend...

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    Hot Rod Repair & Preventative Maintenance Tips

    Classic Cars February 1, 2018

    Vintage car maintenance differs from contemporary car maintenance in a couple of ways. First, a vintage car has different parts that can’t be hooked up to a computer for diagnostics. Second, you probably aren’t driving it every day, so some of the benchmarks typically used to calculate when maintenance is due may not apply while...

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  • Easy DIY Ways to Clean Your Garbage Disposal

    Maintenance July 21, 2015

    Garbage disposals can save time and effort when doing the dishes, but they still need periodic maintenance to stay in tip top shape. If you’ve noticed a funky smell, a weird noise or a drop in performance, it may be time to freshen things up. We rounded up a few of the best garbage disposal...

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    5 Tips for Buying Furniture on a Budget

    Maintenance August 19, 2014

    After moving into a new home, it’s going to hit you: The rooms won’t decorate themselves. While the idea of spending more money makes your stomach churn, it is possible to furnish on a budget. Here are some less expensive ideas from Better Home and Gardens to get your ideal interior. Garage sales galore One...

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    How to Dispose of Motor Oil

    Maintenance August 24, 2023

    If you prefer to do your own oil changes, you might need to know how to responsibly dispose of the oil you’ve replaced. Here on some tips on disposing and recycling motor oil. [1] Why recycle motor oil Because oil sticks to everything it touches, pouring used oil into a gutter or down a storm...

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    How to Paint an Aluminum Boat

    Family & Life December 7, 2022

    Does your aluminum boat need a fresh new coat of paint? We have tips to make the process easier.

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  • Checklist of 10 Things to Clean in Your House

    Maintenance June 1, 2022

    The dirtiest items in your home might not be what you think. Beyond just dirt and grime, germs can also build up in out-of-the-way areas in your kitchen, bathroom and even your office. Check out the slideshow below for the top 10 places in your home that you might not clean, and get house cleaning...

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  • 4 Steps to Clean Out Your Closet

    Home December 10, 2021

    It’s dark. It’s largely uncharted. Many of the inhabitants of its vast depths are unknown. That’s right, we’re talking about your closet. It’s easy to let closets get away from you. A stray clothing article thrown in there one day, a stack of papers the next, over time you can find yourself staring at a...

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    How to Go Backyard Camping

    Travel & Outdoors January 12, 2021

    There’s nothing like the great outdoors, and camping is a great way to enjoy the fresh air. If you don’t want to pay campsite fees and travel costs, you can set up camp in your own backyard. Check out these tips on how to go camping in your own backyard. 1. Set up camp Just...

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    How to Build a Fence in 8 Steps

    Home November 23, 2020

    Even though the fence is an often-overlooked aspect of a home, it serves a variety of useful purposes. From protecting your yard from animals and potential intruders to providing an extra barrier against inclement weather and loud neighbors, a privacy fence is a great way to ensure your property truly stays private. Putting up a...

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    How to Clean an Oven in 3 Different Ways

    Home September 10, 2020

    Right now, your oven probably has trace amounts of your last several meals baked onto its interior. It happens — your food is bound to bubble up and splatter every once in a while. But if you let those spills go for too long without cleaning them up, they will start to negatively impact the...

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    How to Change Car Headlights in 5 Steps

    Family & Life July 16, 2020

    Working headlights are essential for driving any car safely, but they occasionally go out. Knowing how to change a headlight and what to look for when the front of your car goes dark can help you quickly remedy the problem. Check if the headlight bulb is out Determining the cause of a headlight issue begins...

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  • Father and son dressed up in costumes

    15 Fun Family Game Night Ideas

    Family & Life June 25, 2020

    For many families, game night is a big tradition. That’s because it can be a great way to make memories in a manner that’s largely inexpensive, easy — and most importantly — fun. Whether you’re looking to start your own game night or need a fresh idea for your regular meetup, we’ve rounded up a...

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  • icy road with a red stop sign

    How to Protect Your Car from Road Salt Damage This Winter

    Maintenance December 18, 2019

    When it comes to winter, we tend to obsess about snow, ice and cold. But what about all the road salt and sand that come with these often nasty elements? Yes, we appreciate that they serve in the interest of public safety—the rock salt helps melt ice even if it’s freezing, and the sand keeps...

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