Category: Home & Garden

Last week I saw on social media a way to make your house smell nice, but it was pretty bad. This included adding essential oils […]

Most people who have ever purchased anything from an online or meal kit store have probably experienced, or at least feared, package theft. Even if […]

While the buzzing of a light bulb is usually not dangerous, it is definitely annoying. There are a few reasons why a light might make […]

As annoying as a slow-draining sink or bathtub might be, it could be worse: the water, along with sediment or other debris, could be coming […]

When home improvement projects require tools or equipment that even avid DIYers don’t have in well-stocked garages, basements, or sheds, renting the items you need […]

This year’s newest holiday decorating hack is so simple you’ll be surprised you haven’t done it your entire life: use a shower curtain rod to […]

Although dryers typically last between 10 and 13 years, they don’t always last that long. If your device stops working, you’ll have to choose between […]

You know your home needs at least one fire extinguisher, but did you know there are different types? I didn’t do this two days ago, […]

If you celebrate Christmas, you probably have a decorated tree somewhere in your home. As a child, the tree in my house was an old, […]

Sitting in a rocking chair is relaxing and soothing, but sitting on a rocking toilet has the opposite effect. It turns out that contact with […]

Keeping your refrigerator running normally requires minimal effort. If you clean up any food spills or dirt and periodically check the seal to make sure […]

When some rooms in your home are consistently warmer or cooler than others, there may be an obvious cause, such as an uninsulated exterior wall […]

For those just starting out on their DIY journey, or for those who already seem to have just about every tool you could think of, […]

The holidays are approaching, which means you have a lot to do. You need to make travel plans to visit loved ones, reception plans to […]

If you have someone on your list who likes to get their hands dirty in the yard with construction and landscaping projects, you might be […]

Whether you’re looking to tackle a home renovation yourself or maybe just spruce up a room with a new coat of paint, you’ve probably heard […]

Hanukkah begins on Thursday evening. If you’re alone for the first time this year and don’t have a menorah yet, or if you want to […]

Buying tools for a DIY or woodworking person can be a daunting task. Since these crafty people in our lives often already have a ton […]

Water is the enemy of humanity. Of course, things are necessary for life and swimming in them is fun, but water also relentlessly strives to […]

The Environmental Protection Agency has released a new set of rules that will, in most cases, require the decommissioning of lead pipes that carry drinking […]

Sweeping away leaves, dirt, and debris from a wood deck may be enough to keep it relatively clean, unless it’s covered in a layer of […]

When you close the refrigerator door, does it form a suction cup-like seal, or does it barely stay closed? If the rubber seal around the […]

Living conditions change, and sometimes we need to prevent someone who once had or may have a key to our house from being able to […]

Ceiling fans, which make our homes more energy efficient and provide a cool breeze, are a popular choice here at Lifehacker. We’ve praised the new […]

Cold weather poses a problem for lithium batteries: they can lose charge more quickly and also stop charging when the temperature drops. This is because […]

In the ten years I spent outside the United States, none of the homes I lived in had hot water available 24 hours a day. […]

Surf the Internet long enough and you’ll see life hacks that will supposedly change your life. Everything in your pantry has a secret and surprising […]

With winter storms upon us, it’s time to get out the snow removal equipment. Snow blowers are great, but if you have a battery-powered tool, […]

Most people probably have at least one place in their home that could use additional lighting. Not trendy geometric lights or classic vintage lamps, but […]

Finishing the basement is one of the most popular home renovation projects for several very good reasons. First of all, it is one of the […]

The kitchen sets the tone for the entire home. If you have tired old construction cabinets, your kitchen will look cheap and boring, but it’s […]

Having a laundry room in your home is one of the great little luxuries of modern times. The ability to simply throw dirty clothes and […]

After installing weather stripping around your windows and doors and sealing any cracks in the walls you could find, you probably thought your home was […]

Hesitant to pull the trigger on your deep fryer? Today is the day when these dreams will become reality. Black Friday brings with it a […]

Controlling your home’s temperature is one of the few categories in the home where smart technology can truly make a big, measurable difference. Once you […]

If you vacuum regularly and mysterious little crunchy bits still stick to your feet, it might be time to upgrade your vacuum cleaner. A good […]

If you’ve been putting off buying a new appliance in hopes of getting a good deal, now may be the time to strike. There are […]

Whether you want to put on a big, spectacular light show or a low-key display for the holidays, putting up Christmas decorations can be stressful. […]

Ignoring clogged plumbing is never a good idea. But what if you’ve tried sneaking around and submerging a slow-draining sink—and maybe even enlisting the help […]

Look around any home with forced air heating or cooling systems and you will see vents everywhere. Most are “supply” vents that send heated or […]