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Walls with flat paint can be challenging to clean because the paint finish is easily damaged. Here's how to do it the right way. Cleaning grimy floors and table surfaces is a no-brainer — but don't forget, walls get dirty too! Dust, scuff marks in high-traffic areas, and grease splatters in the kitchen are just a few of the issues lurking on walls. The paint finish will determine how easy or difficult cleaning your walls will be, and flat paint is by far the trickiest.

How to Clean Walls With Flat Paint

Here's how to get great results with minimum hassle!. Ken Collier, an editor at The Family Handyman, will demonstrate one technique for edge gluing boards. This basic woodworking skill will help you in many different woodworking projects. All you need are the boards you want to join, clamps, glue and wax paper. Read on to learn nine additional tips that will help you perfect the process of edge gluing boards.

9 Tips for Edge Gluing Boards Perfectly

Here are nine of our favorite simple tricks and tips to save you plumbing headaches around the house. We’re starting off this list of plumbing tips with an easy one. If you have to jiggle the hose as you pull out your kitchen sink sprayer, chances are the hose is catching on the shutoff valves. For smooth operation, slip 1/2-in. foam pipe insulation over the pipes and shutoff handles. Tape it if it won’t stay put.

9 Handy Plumbing Tips and Tricks

Which pocket-hole jig is right for your project? From luxury to beginner options, this DIYer tested them all—here are the best of the best. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Learn more. Pocket holes have been used in...

6 Best Pocket-Hole Jigs, Tested and Reviewed by a DIYer

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. A good—no, an excellent—camp stove is a must-have item for every type of camper. Whether you’re a car camper staying in established campgrounds, a campervan traveler scooping up dry camping spots in National Forests, or a backpacker sleeping in primitive wilderness sites, you need a way to prepare food. Cold-soaked oatmeal and jerky just doesn’t cut it all the time.

Coleman Camp Stove Review: From a Vanlifer’s Perspective

Steve B Howard

Okay, here are the final four most reliable cars ever built (according to what I was able to find). If you read the first two articles I wrote you already know Japanese cars rank high on this list. If you haven't read those articles yet, well here is your chance.

Most Reliable Cars: The Final Four

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Florida State

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Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Transitional style is a blend of traditional and modern elements to create a warm, inviting, and timeless feel. Transitional-style living rooms are comfortable, cohesive, and stylish in an understated way, making them a popular design choice. From furniture to wall paint, rugs, neutral colors, statement lighting, and layered textures, designing...

22 Transitional Living Room Ideas to Mix Modern and Traditional Style Perfectly

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. If you’re a weird leaf blower fanatic like I am, chances are super high that you have heard of the Ego 765 CFM leaf blower. This blower has received rave reviews from everyone under the sun who has had the privilege of laying hands on it. And I am one of those people. I first tested this blower in 2022, and it has not left my side since. This Ego leaf blower is the Taylor Swift of leaf blowers right now—a popular star everyone wants to see in person.

Ego Leaf Blower Review: I Tried It, and Here’s What You Need to Know

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

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Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Long Grove, IL

Chicago Food King

I went out with some friends over the weekend. A friend of ours was in charge of picking where we were going to eat. They live in the northern suburbs, so this place would be a surprise and a possible fun new experience. The restaurant that was chosen was Enzo and Lucia Ristorante in Long Grove.

Bad Food - Horrible Service- My Personal Experience at this Popular Long Grove Restaurant

To thin or not to thin, that is the question. The answer? Thin latex paint if the manufacturer provides directions and it benefits your project. Paint formulas are carefully calculated to provide specific results, so changing paint’s physical makeup by thinning can void warranties and alter product performance if not recommended by the manufacturer.

How to Thin Latex Paint for Spraying, Brushing, and Rolling

Window treatments provide the ultimate finishing touch that pulls a space together. They're an often overlooked room element, but interior designer Mimi Meacham stresses the importance of choosing the right option. "Window treatments are important for shade and privacy, but they're also a key element of your overall design and should be treated as such," she says. To help you pick new window treatments or update your existing coverings, interior designers and window experts are sharing the most popular window treatment trends they're seeing this year.

8 Window Treatment Trends That Are Everywhere in 2024

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This article contains content summarized with GPT-4. Learn more.. Looking to upgrade your home decor? Don't miss out on the incredible discounts at IKEA! Score amazing deals on furniture like the BAGGEBO Cabinet with glass doors for just $39.99, the TROFAST Storage combination for only $79.99 (originally $90.99), and the VESKEN Cart for just $9.99. Plus, IKEA family members can enjoy free shipping on orders over $299 until 2/3/2024. Hurry, these prices won't last long!

Get Amazing Deals on IKEA Furniture with Prices as Low as $0.29!

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10 Tips for Hanging Drywall Using a Lift

Hang drywall alone with the right tools and techniques. A drywall lift is an invaluable tool for construction projects, offering significant benefits. It enhances safety by...

10 Tips for Hanging Drywall Using a Lift

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