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Moving is stressful for pets. Here’s how to help.
By Colleen Grablick
The cardboard Olympic beds aren’t ‘anti-sex.’ But are they comfy?
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Rachel Kurzius
These people hated their mattresses — so they built their own
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Rachel Kurzius
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How to make a more meaningful furniture donation
It takes more effort than dumping your old stuff at the nearest donation center. But smaller, lesser known organizations can have a more immediate impact.
By Natalie Delgadillo
10 ways to upgrade your bathroom in an hour or less
Designers swear by these simple fixes.
By Kathryn O'Shea-Evans
Do landlords have to provide AC? Here’s what renters should know.
If you’re sweating it out sans air conditioning, your landlord may be required to help.
By
Rachel Kurzius
What to do if you find mold in your apartment
By Annie Midori Atherton
She manages the opera’s costumes — and has excellent laundry tips
By
Rachel Kurzius
How to (gently) talk to aging parents about downsizing and decluttering
By Kristin Luna
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Remember the glass blocks of ’80s bathrooms? They’re back.
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5 easy ways to get a more organized kitchen
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8 tasks for your August home maintenance checklist
Moving is stressful for pets. Here’s how to help.
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How do I clean a flat-screen TV covered with fingerprints?
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