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Jul 23, 2021
If you bought a propane-tank-mounted heater from Harbor Freight Tools in the past five years, you may be affected by a just-announced federal safety recall due to a burn hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 21 reported that it is recalling some 350,000 of the devices sold by the Calabasas, Calif.-based equipment retailer, including One Stop Gardens 15,000 BTU and 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heaters.
Jul 23, 2021
Rite Aid has recalled about 9,780 rechargeable handheld fans because the lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire risk. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has warned consumers to stop using these fans immediately.
Jul 22, 2021
While a mudroom can go a long way toward increasing the functionality and value of your home, adding one yourself doesn't have to be excessively expensive or complicated. With some intermediate construction knowledge, you can get the job done on your own. Here's how.
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Jul 20, 2021
Homeowners need homeowners insurance, and renters need renters insurance. There are several differences you’ll find between a homeowners insurance policy and a renters insurance policy. Here are a few of the most important ones.
Jul 20, 2021
Concrete is a relatively easy product for even beginner DIYers to work with — especially the ready-mix variety. Here, we'll go through some of the basics of this wonder material and give you what you need to know to use it in any project you set your mind to.
Jul 19, 2021
The average person gets a new smartphone every two to three years — or even more often, depending on the length of their contract. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to trade in your TV for a new one every few years? Samsung has a TV upgrade program that allows people to finance their TVs for 36 months and purchase the latest TV on the market for a discount every 24 months. So is it worth it to replace your TV every two years? Maybe. The program is a little more complicated than it appears on the surface. Here’s what you need to know.
Jul 16, 2021
Did you purchase an Arroyo or Hideaway fire pit from Crate and Barrel between December 2020 and May 2021? You should know that the manufacturer is recalling 700 of these fire pits due to a fire hazard. The wood stored under the unit may catch fire.
Jul 16, 2021
You can't simply install window wells and then forget about them. Proper window well maintenance is essential to keep them looking and functioning at their best. Here are some window well maintenance tips: waterproofing, drainage and more.
Jul 15, 2021
Hardwood floor installation is actually an achievable project — as long as you have the right tools and you follow an installation guide. Here are the step-by-step instructions for how to install hardwood floors, along with answers to some questions you may have during the process.
Jul 15, 2021
Canyon Furniture is recalling about 1,200 Creekside Kids chests of drawers. If you purchased one of these chests between April 2020 and March 2021, it might fall under this recall. According to a Consumer Product Safety Commission recall alert, the chests may be unstable if they’re not anchored to a wall, posing a tipping hazard.
Jul 15, 2021
Read this before you make your next cup of coffee: LoHi Tech has recalled almost 25,000 SOWTECH espresso machines due to a burn risk. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that the espresso machines’ glass carafe can break while in use.