How to Prepare for an Emergency

Take steps to prevent and act fast should disaster―big or small―strike. Power outlet 1 of 9 Frances Janisch Power Outage Don’t overload the circuit. Limit the number of appliances plugged into any outlet. When you lose power in one part of the house, it’s probably because your food processor, toaster, and microwave are sharing the […]

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24 Essentials Every Toolbox Should Have

Don’t forget the safety glasses! No matter if you just bought your first home or are retired and looking to downsize to a smaller place, no home is complete without a well-stocked tool kit. Even if you don’t like to tackle home repairs, or power tools seem a little bit scary (no judgment here), you’ll […]

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Must-Have Kitchen Features

  Double Ovens Double ovens not only look cool in your kitchen, they provide a main oven you can use without bending over and a secondary oven for plate warming and additional baking. Separating the ovens from the burners also lets you install a cool cooktop in a kitchen island or elsewhere, opening up new floor-plan possibilities. […]

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How to clean your gas grill

When the weather is sunny and warm outside, there are few things more enjoyable than firing up your gas grill to cook dinner. In order to keep this essential appliance working at maximum efficiency, you’ll need to clean it regularly. Not only will investing a little time and elbow grease make your grill look better, it will […]

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How to Clean Stainless Steel Appliances

Black stainless is the next big thing, or so appliance manufacturers say. It adds warmth to a kitchen, and smudges and fingerprints aren’t supposed to be a problem. That might not sound like a big deal, but it is if you’ve lived with a kitchen full of stainless appliances. Over the past five years, stainless steel […]

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