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Plumbing supply lines and shutoff valves under a bathroom sink cabinet

Interiors

How to Prevent Water Damage by Checking Under Sink Supply Lines

A small leak under your sink can lead to expensive cabinet and floor damage. Learn how to inspect your supply lines and catch problems early.

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A clean and fresh-smelling carpet in a nicely decorated living room.

Interiors

How to Get Rid of Carpet Smells A Complete DIY Guide

A smelly carpet can make an entire room feel unclean. This guide will help you diagnose the source of the odor—whether it's from moisture, pets, or general grime—and provide step-by-step instructions to eliminate it for good.

A person blotting a fresh red wine stain on a beige carpet.

Interiors

How to Remove Almost Any Carpet Stain

Don't panic over that spilled wine or muddy footprint. This comprehensive guide walks you through identifying your carpet type and stain, then provides step-by-step instructions for removing oil, ink, and water-based stains from both natural and synthetic fibers.

A fabric sofa with pet hair on it.

Interiors

How to Remove Pet Hair from Furniture Like a Pro

We love our furry friends, but not the hair they leave behind. This guide walks you through the best methods for removing pet hair from any type of furniture, whether it's fabric, microfiber, or leather. Say goodbye to fur-covered couches for good!

Soot stains on a brick fireplace

Interiors

How to Remove Soot Stains From Your Fireplace

Soot stains can make your beautiful fireplace look old and dirty. This comprehensive guide walks you through how to safely and effectively clean soot from wood, gas, and electric fireplaces, as well as from brick, stone, and painted surrounds.

Close-up of stubborn weeds growing in the cracks of a concrete sidewalk.

Interiors

How To Get Rid Of Weeds In Cracks For Good

Tired of stubborn weeds taking over your driveway, patio, or sidewalks? This guide walks you through how to identify the right removal method for your specific situation, from manual pulling to natural herbicides, and provides expert tips on how to prevent them from ever coming back.

A glass of clear cold water next to a glass of discolored hot water

Interiors

Why Is My Hot Water Smelly or Discolored A DIY Fix Guide

Discover the causes of smelly, discolored hot water and learn how to fix it yourself. Our step-by-step guide covers flushing your tank, descaling a tankless unit, and replacing the anode rod to restore clean, fresh hot water.

A before and after comparison of stained tile grout and clean tile grout

Interiors

How To Clean Stained Grout And Make Your Tiles Look New Again

Stained or crumbling grout can make even the most beautiful tiles look tired and dirty. This guide will help you identify the type of stain, from mildew to food spills, and walk you through the steps to clean, repair, and seal your grout for a lasting, fresh look.

A person inspecting for mold under a carpet.

Interiors

How to Get Rid of Mold Under Your Carpet A DIY Guide

Discovering a musty smell or visible stains? You might have mold under your carpet. This guide walks you through how to safely inspect, clean, and treat moldy carpet and subfloors, and when it's time to call a professional.

A small patch of mold growing on the grout lines of a bathroom shower tile.

Interiors

How To Safely Remove Bathroom Mold

Discovering mold in your bathroom can be alarming. This comprehensive guide walks you through how to safely assess the situation, remove small patches of mold yourself, and most importantly, prevent it from ever coming back.