Still looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift for your DIY Dad? Let’s agree that neckties are not it this weekend, ok? If the dads in your life are looking to up their DIY game and get some projects done I’ve got the perfect list of gifts for them. Don’t worry, the items I’m sharing
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We love any excuse to buy more plants, and you may have heard they can improve your home’s indoor air quality. But before you blow your paycheck in the name of a healthier home, let’s dive deeper into plants’ air purifying powers. We’ll share which plants we recommend and what benefits you can actually expect
When it comes to a small space you have to get creative. My friends asked me to update this space in their house that was formerly a mudroom/catch-all space at the entry of their home. They do a lot of entertaining and wanted to have a DIY wet bar and wine rack instead. I was
“TheSmartConsumer is an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from links on this page that you click on and make qualifying purchases, thanks for helping support us” Hands down, the solar investment is a long-term and big financial commitment that requires apt research and power consumption calculations. So, it is essential to consider the requirement
Since our travel guides to Charleston with kids and Palm Springs with kids have elicited requests for more travel ideas with kids, we’re back with an overdue recap of our 3-night trip to New Orleans. We’d never been to The Big Easy before and were impressed by how family-friendly the city is. It’s not all
I used to think every houseplant needed a sunny corner or bright windowsill to thrive. But it turns out many of our favorite go-to houseplants do just fine in shady corners and low-light locations. So before you write off your house as too dark to sustain plant life, check out this list of the best
Method #3: Stripping Solution You can also use a homemade or store-bought stripping solution to loosen the wallpaper glue. The homemade recipes aren’t complicated and use ingredients you likely already own. Here are a few options: Fabric softener + hot water Laundry detergent + hot water White vinegar + hot water Dish soap + hot
Aglaonema, also called the Chinese Evergreen Plant, is an easy-care houseplant that lives happily in many lighting conditions – even a dark corner of our daughter’s room. There are dozens of different Aglaonema varieties, most with large tropical foliage and colors ranging from silvery-green, red, and even vibrant pink. They’re also tough to kill, so
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“TheSmartConsumer is an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from links on this page that you click on and make qualifying purchases, thanks for helping support us” Homeownership is one of the biggest investments most people will make in their lifetime. However, like any significant investment, a home requires regular maintenance to keep it running
Today’s project is super easy and great for beginners! I built this DIY purse rack and I’m excited to share all the details with you. Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Kreg. All opinions are my own. I usually stash all of my purses at the top of my closet, but I wanted easier access
In all of our years of DIYing, I don’t think we’ve ever used a solid stain before. But we recently had a project that was *perfectly* suited for it and, well, solid stain quickly won us over. It was recommended by a professional house painter to us, specifically because he thought it would be great
“TheSmartConsumer is an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from links on this page that you click on and make qualifying purchases, thanks for helping support us” Certainly, constructing a home is a huge choice! It’s comparable to adopting a new puppy – it is important to ensure that it suits your needs, budget, and
“TheSmartConsumer is an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from links on this page that you click on and make qualifying purchases, thanks for helping support us” If you’re considering upgrading your windows, Milgard Windows offers an array of advantages that can enhance both the comfort and value of your home. Renowned for their quality,
One of my favorite projects in our house is the custom fireplace that I built for our living room, and I really, really love it. But after year of growing into this space it was time to add some custom storage solutions to it. Since the living room is so close to the kitchen I
I am really excited about today’s project, as it’s something I had been looking forward to designing and building for quite some time. Today I’m sharing my DIY record player table with you! Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Kreg. All opinions are my own. I teamed up with Kreg for this build, and you
“TheSmartConsumer is an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from links on this page that you click on and make qualifying purchases, thanks for helping support us” A circuit breaker serves as a crucial safety mechanism within electrical systems, acting as a guardian against potential hazards like electrical fires and equipment damage. Essentially, it’s a
We are coming up on the 2 year anniversary of living in our house and it has been nonstop with big renovation projects. I really just needed a small weekend project to fuel my soul. I also needed to make something that was multi-purpose for a small space. So not only did I want a