Home & Garden
From manageable home improvement projects and cleaning, to gardening and pet care, here's everything you need to know about buying, selling, and maintaining your home.
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The Best Items to Own for a More Organized House
I've been on a whirlwind mission to organize my apartment for a while now. Here are the things that have helped the most.
The Best Ways to Soundproof Your Home on a Budget
You can deal with thin walls and windows without a big renovation.
You Should Try a 'Before and After' Approach to Decluttering
If you are a visual person and need a little cleaning motivation, this can help.
Ask Yourself These Two Questions Before You Keep Something ‘Just in Case’
Use the 20/20 rule to figure out what you really need to keep.
You Can Get a Sam’s Club Memberships on Sale for $14 Right Now
The one-year membership comes with additional perks, too.
The First Three Things You Should Do When Your Roof Starts Leaking
You’re relaxing at home when suddenly water starts pouring from the ceiling. Don't panic—but don't just wait for your roofer, either.
Why You Shouldn’t Bother Adding Tea Leaves to Your Garden
Tea is just plant matter, which will compost and provide nitrogen back to the soil. But it won't do anything special for your garden.
How to Grow Vines on Your Pergola or Trellis (and What to Grow)
Create a shaded sanctuary in your garden.
The Difference Between Peter Walsh and Marie Kondo's Decluttering Methods
These two organizational gurus have similar (but different!) approaches, so choose wisely.
Try 'Decluttering at the Speed of Life' When Cleaning Is Overwhelming
Cleaning in shorter spans with a simple set of steps can make this whole thing easier.
Three Ways to Double Your Bookshelf Capacity
You’ve got more books than bookshelf space—and more coming all the time.
My Favorite Storage Boxes for Decluttering and Organizing Your Home
Sometimes all you need is the right tool to get you started.
The Best Free Plans for Your DIY Backyard Projects
Tackle your next backyard build with these free plans.
My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra
A premium robot vacuum that blows any Roomba away, and it's at its lowest price ever.
Use the 'FlyLady' Method to Make Routine Cleaning Less Overwhelming
If cleaning your home feels like too much, this 15-minutes-at-a-time strategy can reduce your stress level.
Throw a 'Packing Party' to Declutter Your Home
Pack up like you're moving—with a little help from your friends.
My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: iRobot Roomba Combo j5
The vacuum and mop Roomba combo machine is 50% off right now.
Use the '365 Less Things' Method to Declutter Your Home
Your home could look totally different in a year, depending on what you do right now.
Understand Your 'Clutterbug' Style Before Organizing Your Home
Cleaning your home depends a lot on what your home is like—but also on what you're like.