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Tis the season for pollen and pesticides, not to mention pet dander and disease-carrying creepy-crawlies. The editors at ThisOldHouse.com checked in with health and environment experts across the country for easy, inexpensive tips to help keep your home healthy. Here are 10 tips to keep in mind: Add mats on both sides of the door.Up…

These six types of striking ceilings will set your home apart! Beamed Ceiling Exposed beams provide a distinguished look while also making the space feel larger. Cathedral Ceiling These ceilings soar high above and allow more natural light to pour into the home. Barrel Vaulted Ceiling Rather than meeting at a fixed point, barrel vaulted…

When you were a kid, adults probably told you to drink lots of milk in order to grow up big and strong. Granted, it might not make you Superman or Wonder Woman, but the calcium found in milk and other products does help make your body stronger, specifically your bones. No matter how old a…

Here are a few things to know about wet rooms.   With no curtains, doors or shower trays, the clean aesthetic provides a spa-like bathing experience, and whats not to love about that?   From easier access to efficient cleaning, an open-concept shower and bath area has numerous functional advantages.   If you dont have…

Kids need constant attention, which can put a damper on your overall productivity when working from home. And while putting your children in front of the TV may seem like the easiest way to keep them occupied during work hours, there are other ways to carve out quiet time so that you can focus on…

Youve probably seen thousands of ads for Geico or Aflac on television talking about the latest savings you can get for car insurance. But how often do you see companies talking about lowering your home insurance? Probably not regularly. Obviously, people know they need home insurance. But typically, those who own homes dont understand the…