Homeownership

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  The smart fridge syndrome: Revolutionary features in new refrigerators

  Are the additional — and admittedly cool — features worth these ice boxes’ extra cost?

  3 min read Jun 27, 2022
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  Are cabinets cliché? New kitchen storage trends and ideas

  These storage options can be lower-cost, better-looking, more practical — or all of the above.

  5 min read Jun 27, 2022
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  All-in-one washer-dryers

  These space-saving appliances do it all. Just not very well.

  2 min read Jun 22, 2022
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  Little things, big problems: warning signs of structural damage in your home

  These easily overlooked issues could suggest trouble. Ignore them at your peril.

  4 min read Jun 22, 2022
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  Should you ditch natural gas?

  Making a switch to other energy sources has plenty of practical pros and cons.

  5 min read Jun 22, 2022
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  What’s the best type of roof material?

  Not all shingles are the same. Here’s how to choose the right cover for your home.

  4 min read Jun 21, 2022
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  What are the different types of window treatments? A beginner’s guide

  Hard or soft? Drapes, blinds or shades? how to decide what suits your home’s style.

  4 min read Jun 17, 2022
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  How do smart faucets work? A guide to touchless and other trends

  Should you go with the flow? The pros and cons of automatic water taps.

  4 min read Jun 16, 2022
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  What’s the lifespan of a house?

  Find out which items in your house could last a century, and which will need to be replaced.

  3 min read Jun 15, 2022
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  What’s the latest in outdoor lighting?

  Lighting has come a long way since those old floodlights over the garage doors. Here’s what’s new.

  4 min read Jun 15, 2022