Home Improvement
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Hotel decorators spill their bedroom secrets
Mar 17, 2026 11:54 am - The best-designed hotel rooms often come down to the details. Blackout shades, well-placed light switches and other thoughtful features can make all the difference.
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Do you really need a water filter? Here's what experts say
Mar 17, 2026 11:39 am - U.S. tap water is generally safe and high quality. But that doesn’t mean every glass tastes the same, or that every building’s plumbing delivers identical water to the faucet.
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The home trend that can help you get more mileage out of your dining room
Mar 17, 2026 11:24 am - A hot new trend in repurposing living space is the dining library, which is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: a hybrid of an elegant formal dining room and a cozy reading space.
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No one disclosed old wiringMar 17, 2026 10:55 am - Our home was built in 1946 and has a serious electrical problem. The previous owner left the old knob-and-tube wiring as-is, and this was never disclosed by our home inspector or the seller.
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Tips on preventing pest problemsMar 10, 2026 11:14 pm - Pests can be problematic for homeowners. Pests can be frightening, and an infestation can result in property damage if it is not discovered or treated promptly.
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The secret to home design that sings? Geometry.
Mar 10, 2026 4:14 pm - Math might seem far removed from interior design, but geometry is often the secret behind homes that sing.
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Agent said home had no problemsMar 10, 2026 12:57 pm - When my sister purchased a newly remodeled house, the agent said it had been inspected and there were no problems. However, since moving in she’s discovered plumbing and electrical issues.
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A sunroom could add space and with heating billsMar 09, 2026 6:00 am - We could use some extra space, so I am considering adding a sunroom. It will help heat my house and is cheaper than a typical room addition. What design features should I consider?
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The 411 on whole-house generatorsMar 08, 2026 8:58 pm - A power outage can be a minor disruption or downright dangerous, unless a whole-house generator can take over when needed.
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8 areas of your home where you shouldn’t skimp on maintenance
Mar 08, 2026 8:06 pm - Homeownership comes with plenty of surprises. While skipping small chores may not hurt, ignoring key home maintenance tasks can lead to costly repairs. Home experts share the essential upkeep every homeowner should know.