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Maximize Space

Take shelving all the way to the ceiling, storing infrequently used appliances, tools and ingredients up top, just as designer Kate Markerdoes here. Just don’t forget to keep a stepping stool handy.

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Craft For The Everyday Moments

You don’t need a special occasion as an excuse to make something beautiful. Crafting is an easy way to slow down and add a little creativity to your daily life.

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Bathroom Caulking

Is the caulk around your sink and tub discolored? It’s likely mold and mildew. To get rid of it, take an X-ACTO knife and cut out the old caulk. “Don’t go over dirty caulk,” warns Rea. “And don’t use too … Continue reading

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Picture Hanging

You’re supposed to find a stud to hang something. Many locations we choose on walls, however, don’t line up with one. In these instances, you’ll need a drywall anchor. (Not the flimsy ones that come with a frame. Get ones … Continue reading

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Toilet repairs

A fill valve and flapper inside the tank let water in and out. Most toilet issues begin there. “If you hear water constantly running, you want to check your fill valve and flapper,” says David Rea, owner of Queen Anne Handyman. … Continue reading

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