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Your October Home Checklist
The leaves are falling, pumpkins are showing up at market, and the cozy comforts of home beckon — it must be October. Make the most of this month’s bountiful harvest, get some exercise raking leaves in the brisk air, and button down your ho...
10 Outside Holiday Entertaining Concepts
If you’re entertaining family and friends during the holidays and could use a bit more space, we've got easy, festive ideas on getting everyone outdoors and into the spirit of the season. You don't have to keep the party inside! Turn...
How To Build A High Tunnel Greenhouse
 In this video, Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner build a simple, affordable backyard greenhouse to have veggies all year round!
Steps:
1. Fasten together the 2x4 base with 3-inch screws.
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10 Smart Design Ideas For Small Spaces
While regular kitchen cupboards serve a useful purpose, there's something eye-catching and appealing about these open (and organized) storage shelves. Designer John Gidding wanted to separate the kitchen from the dining area but still keep th...
Autumn Prep Home Maintenance Tips
It’s almost time. Sigh. Summer is drawing to a close, like it or not.
Before the leaves fall and the wind turns chilly, it’s a good idea to do some seasonal maintenance on your home. Here are some things to add to your fall “honey-doâ€...
Create A Timeless Treasure Garden
Salvaged materials, lavish plantings, vintage collectibles—and some sleight of hand—create a new garden with old-world character.
15 Tips For Picking The Perfect Paint Color
If you've got patterned upholstery, a colorful rug or large piece of artwork, pluck colors you like from the pattern. For a neutral wall paint color, look to the pattern's whites and beiges.
If only choosing a color palette for your interiors ...
Could a Mission Statement Help Your House?
Identify your home’s purpose and style to make everything from choosing paint colors to buying a new home easier.
You’ve undoubtedly heard of the benefits of creating mission statements for businesses, or even for yourself — but what abo...