How to Build a DIY Skunk Trap Using a Form Tube

DIY skunk trap using tube form

An encounter with an angry or frightened skunk can be memorable, and not in a good way. Skunk’s smelly spray can be detected by humans up to a mile away. Skunks can ruin lawns and gardens by digging holes in search of food. If you have a skunk problem in your backyard, one of the ways to get rid of …

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The Best Location for a Thermostat in a Two-Story House?

Thermostat on the wall

You may have had the thought cross your mind wondering if your thermostat is in the right spot in your house. Some areas of your house might be cooler than other areas of your house. Maybe you are wondering if there is a right or wrong spot. Some places will benefit you and your energy bill. So, what is the best …

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How to Make a DIY Zipline in Your Backyard

diy backyard zipline

Kids love ziplines, now they can have it at their own backyard! It might take a day or two to build it, but can you imagine all that fun they’ll have for years! You’re not exactly flying through the air, but you can get a lot of airtime. And all those memories created for years to come. Since we have …

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How to Build a DIY Farmhouse Entryway Console Table

DIY farmhouse entryway table

If you have a bare wall in your entryway, a console table could be exactly what you are searching for. When visiting my sister in Iowa, she had a similar situation where her entryway had no furniture with a bare wall. After staying there for a few days, I’ve built her a DIY farmhouse entryway console table for her newly …

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Where Should I Put a Chicken Coop in My Backyard?

chicken coop in backyard

Finding a great place for your chicken coop takes some work, but for the most part, it is not as hard as you would think. Yes, choosing and building a house for your chicken is the key to their happiness, safety, and health, but with a little guidance, you will be enjoying your new chickens in no time. So, where …

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Does a Vanity Need a Backsplash in the Bathroom?

bathroom vanity backsplash

A question for anyone who is remodeling their bathroom, recently moved into a new house, or just got a new vanity: should you get a backsplash for it? According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a backsplash is a vertical surface of tiles that is designed to protect the wall behind a countertop. But is there really a need for it? Should every single …

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