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Americans are cutting back on home improvement projects due to rising costs

Americans are cutting back on home improvement projects due to rising costsAmericans are cutting back on home improvement projects due to rising costs

US inflation hit a record high back in June of last year, making everything from food to gas more expensive. Although things have slowed down since then, economists predict that high inflation could persist until the end of 2024 or 2025.

Despite rising costs, consumers are still carrying on with home improvement projects, according to a survey by Today’s Homeowners. That said, this year’s projects may look different compared to previous years, with many homeowners — particularly millennials and Gen Z — opting for DIY solutions to keep costs at bay.

Roughly 50% of Americans are spending less on home

Beautiful Antique Cupboard new look

Beautiful Antique Cupboard new lookBeautiful Antique Cupboard new look

Yesterday was a day inside out of the heat… and so, some restyling happened. I originally set out thinking I wanted to declutter some of the china in the 14.5′ long but it kind of took off in an unusual direction.

Antique Cupboard

You see, all those thrifting Thursdays have been adding bits of fabulous plates, pitchers, tchotchkes and the like to the cabinet. Which, is okay in small amounts- but sometimes, it just gets to be a bit too busy looking. And as much as I am a collector and love to have pretty things all around- I do

Lowe’s has some of the best competing Prime Day deals on home improvement items and more

Lowe’s has some of the best competing Prime Day deals on home improvement items and moreLowe’s has some of the best competing Prime Day deals on home improvement items and more

Snag competing Amazon Prime Day deals on home improvement items, appliances, outdoor tools and more at Lowe's.

Snag competing Amazon Prime Day deals on home improvement items, appliances, outdoor tools and more at Lowe’s.

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Amazon Prime Day deals are finally here and Lowe’s is coming in hot with an incredible lineup of competing deals on tools, appliances and all the home improvement essentials you need this summer. With prices that rival Prime Day deals, we’re taking full advantage of this limited-time Lowe’s sale. If you’re not sure where to start, we hunted down the

Shop tools, home improvement deals at Prime Day prices

Shop tools, home improvement deals at Prime Day pricesShop tools, home improvement deals at Prime Day prices

Snag competing Amazon Prime Day deals on home improvement items, appliances, outdoor tools and more at Lowe's.

— Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed’s editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us and our publishing partners a commission.

Amazon Prime Day deals are officially ending today, July 12, but Lowe’s is coming in hot with an incredible lineup of competing deals on tools, appliances and all the home improvement essentials you need this summer. With prices that rival Prime Day deals, we’re taking full advantage of this limited-time sale at Lowe’s. If you’re not sure where to start, we hunted down the best deals across all categories to help you shop smart.

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HGTV is making our homes boring and us sad, one study says

HGTV is making our homes boring and us sad, one study saysHGTV is making our homes boring and us sad, one study says

A pair of professors found that home renovation media leads homeowners to decorate for the masses, not for their own happiness

A large HGTV camera points at a woman who is covering a vibrant living room with beige paint.
(Masha Krasnova-Shabaeva for The Washington Post)

If you’ve ever watched a home makeover show on HGTV, you know the key “before” sequence. It’s when the camera critically pans over the house and the host points out everything that needs to be fixed. The décor? Cluttered. The paint? cringe. The overall takeaway is that the home is an utter embarrassment and needs a total overhaul before anyone of

People claiming to have been duped by ‘Home Improvement’ star’s crypto scam say it was a ‘gut punch’

People claiming to have been duped by ‘Home Improvement’ star’s crypto scam say it was a ‘gut punch’People claiming to have been duped by ‘Home Improvement’ star’s crypto scam say it was a ‘gut punch’

Actor Zachery Ty Bryan

Actor Zachery Ty Bryan attends PS ARTS and OneWest Bank’s Express Yourself 2016 at Barker Hangar on November 13, 2016 in Santa Monica, California.Joshua Blanchard/Getty Images for PS ARTS

  • Former actor Zachery Ty Bryan is accused of pocketing $50,000 as part of a crypto scam.

  • The four people told The Hollywood Reporter that Bryan promised to invest their money.

  • However, they say they have yet to see a return.

Former “Home Improvement” star Zachery Ty Bryan is accused of taking people’s money as part of a cryptocurrency scam, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Bryan’s profile has resurfaced years after

Beautiful Vintage Bistro Chairs – French Country Cottage

Beautiful Vintage Bistro Chairs – French Country CottageBeautiful Vintage Bistro Chairs – French Country Cottage

Do you love vintage chairs like I do? I might have a small vintage chair addiction.

I mean, chairs are versatile and easy to change. You can swap them and create a whole new look at the table easily. And there are so many charming ones out there. How can you resist?

Well, as you can see, I didn’t resist and brought home a set of 7 beautiful vintage bistro chairs recently. Each one has a bit of personality in their patina and style & a whole lot of charm! And you might not believe the price.

Vintage Bistro Bentwood

How to Increase the Value of Your Home

How to Increase the Value of Your HomeHow to Increase the Value of Your Home

Home improvement is practically an American pastime, with millions of homeowners completing projects each year. while renovations will generally improve your quality of life, many don’t actually provide a financial return.

“In most cases, only home projects that add additional functionality or livable square footage add to the home’s value,” says David Steckel, home expert at home services marketplace Thumbtack.

The exceptions are kitchen and bathroom upgrades, as well as extensive enhancements to the exterior such as a new roof, windows or landscaping because these projects can elevate the home’s feel.

To identify projects that can increase your property value