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7 ways to upgrade your home without replacing anything
By Annie Midori Atherton
Fancy, ‘human-grade’ dog foods are all the rage. Are they healthier?
By Kelly Conaboy
When the starter home becomes the forever home
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Rachel Kurzius
(Subin Yang For The Washington Post)
Should you change clothes when you get home? These people say yes.
For a certain contingent, “outside clothes” must immediately be swapped for “inside clothes” upon walking through the door. Here’s why.
By
Rachel Kurzius
How to pick a houseplant that will live for decades
With the right care, many houseplants can live a long time, even for generations. If you want a plant that can be passed down, here are some good bets.
By Lauren David
7 ways to make your guest room feel like a luxury hotel
You can give company the five-star treatment with these easy touches in your guest room. But a warning: your guests may never want to leave.
By Kathryn O'Shea-Evans
8 easy ways to get a cleaner house
By Jennifer Barger
How to store holiday decorations like a professional organizer
By Jamie Killin
How to harvest rainwater — and why you want to
By Annie Midori Atherton
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You can take your dog to movies and bars. But does he want to go?
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