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8 Common Items To Avoid Buying From Home Depot (And 4 That Are Worth It)

6 days ago | hunker.com | Kristeen Cherney

Home Improvement Colleen Michaels/Shutterstock In the world of home improvement stores, Home Depot continues to be a fan-favorite for DIYers and contractors alike. Since its founding in 1978, the big box retailer has built a name for itself as a one-stop shop for a variety of home improvement and gardening needs, as well as lower prices compared to specialty stores.
Ever Noticed A Horseshoe Hanging On Someone's Front Door? Here's Why It's There - Hunker

1 week ago | hunker.com | Madisen Swenson

Design PhotoChur/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Have you ever noticed a horseshoe hanging outside of someone's front door and wondered what the meaning is? Perhaps surprisingly, this piece of decor doesn't mean the dweller is the equestrian type, because the horseshoe is actually a symbol of good luck and is hung to provide protection and good fortune to those who enter.
Keep Pesky Mosquitoes Away With A Little-Known Essential Oil Trick - Hunker

1 week ago | hunker.com | Madisen Swenson

Garden Pests, Weeds & Problems Jaromir/Getty Images When the weather warms up, you know it's time to get outdoors. Sun-soaked hikes and warm evenings spent outside with friends, what could beat it? Well, there's at least one pest that can ruin these sweet, sunny memories, and that's the mosquito.
Why People Are Putting Cinnamon In Their Mop Water (And If You Should Too)

1 week ago | hunker.com | Madisen Swenson

Cleaning Cleaning Hacks Weiquan Lin/Getty Images As people try to minimize the use of synthetic chemicals in their cleaning routines, many are turning to their pantry for some unconventional ingredients. So, you may have seen folks suggesting surprising uses for cinnamon, such as adding a dash to your mop water as a natural fragrance, and even as a pest deterrent against ants.
The Outdated Furniture Style That's Making An Unexpected Trendy Comeback

1 week ago | hunker.com | Madisen Swenson

Design Furniture Katarzynabialasiewicz/Getty Images For some time now, right angles, clean lines, and modern minimalism have reigned supreme in interior design, but you may have noticed an uptick in curved furniture lately. Dreamy boucle-covered curved couches and armchairs have suddenly flooded our Pinterest feeds, and the curves don't stop there. Rounded coffee tables, mirrors, archways, and even beds have suddenly become popular.
The Sleek Front Door Color That's Always A Great Choice For Curb Appeal

1 week ago | hunker.com | Sharon Kong-Perring

Design Painting Benedek/Getty Images The front door of the home often gives a big first impression, communicating many different aspects of the house like design style or even construction date. It is the (literal) entry point to your home's design, and as it turns out, there are certain ways to make it more appealing.
The Stunning Flooring Nate Berkus & Jeremiah Brent Will Never Stop Using In Homes - Hunker

1 week ago | hunker.com | Sharon Kong-Perring

Design Decor Eric Charbonneau/Getty Images In season two of HGTV's "Rock the Block," famed designers Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent transformed their space into a European-style farmhouse, embracing Old World-aesthetics with gray brick, Venetian plaster, and lots of olive tree decor.
The Plant You'll Want To Grow To Keep Snakes And Other Pests Out Of Your Yard - Hunker

1 week ago | hunker.com | Sharon Kong-Perring

Garden Pests, Weeds & Problems Kativ/Getty Images The beauty of home gardens is that they attract all sort of wildlife to the yard that we love to see. Whether it be flowers that attract hummingbirds or blossoms that invite bees (we don't even mind the occasional rabbit munching on our veggies), there's something simply fairy tale-like when it comes to critters in the garden.
The Stunning IKEA Cabinet Hack That Keeps Shoes Organized In Style

1 week ago | hunker.com | Erika Dale

Design DIY candy candy/Shutterstock What is it about shoe clutter that spirals so quickly out of control? No matter how large the entryway or mudroom is, without an efficient organizational system in place, the rogue pairs of sneakers, boots, and sandals take over in no time flat. Keeping this untidy eyesore of a mess under control is no small feat (... or dare I say "feet"? Sorry, I couldn't help myself!).
Add Extra Storage To Your Kitchen Cabinets With A Genius Tension Rod Hack - Hunker

1 week ago | hunker.com | Erika Dale

Cleaning Organization & Storage Bargain Bethany/YouTube Maximizing storage space in a kitchen is absolutely essential, especially when space is at a premium. However, the costs to implement custom storage systems inside your cabinets and drawers can add up quickly, and not everyone wants or is able to damage their tile or drywall to install a wall-mounted rail storage system to capitalize on under-cabinet storage potential.