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5 great dishwashers for $500 or less
5 great dishwashers for $500 or less The two top-scoring dishwashers in Consumer Reports’ tests—the KitchenAid KDTM354DSS and the Kenmore Elite 12793—each earned 85 out of a possible 100 points and...
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Make your microwave last with tips from the pros
Make your microwave last with tips from the pros Today’s microwaves do everything from defrosting to grilling. Sure, they’ll reheat yesterday’s dinner or pop a bag of popcorn. But many of the latest...
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Is there glyphosate in your diet?
Is there glyphosate in your diet? The herbicide glyphosate, known by the commercial name Roundup, is the most commonly used agricultural pesticide in the U.S. on farms. (Home gardeners use it too.)...
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7 best mattresses for couples
7 best mattresses for couples You may have the best mattress money can buy but if you’re being kept awake at night when your partner is tossing and turning, then you may want to reconsider. Some...
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The best washers for $800 or less
The best washers for $800 or less How much should you spend on a washer? You don’t have to pay $1,500 to get a washer that cleans well. Expensive washers offer a jumbo capacity and extra features, but...
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Hottest trends from the Architectural Digest show
Hottest trends from the Architectural Digest show The Architectural Digest Home Design Show, taking place March 19-22 in New York City, is where trends are born. Now in its fourteenth year, the show...
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Some pro-style ranges look better than they cook
Some pro-style ranges look better than they cook There’s nothing subtle about the look of a pro-style range and that’s the point. But when you’re thinking of spending $6,000 for a range, there are a...
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Find a kitchen remodeling plan that fits your budget
Find a kitchen remodeling plan that fits your budget Kitchen remodels come in all shapes and sizes, from the mostly DIY cosmetic update to a full-scale multi-month renovation, with price tags ranging...
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5 top vacuum cleaners for allergy sufferers
5 top vacuum cleaners for allergy sufferers With the spring comes tough times for anyone who suffers from allergies. Vacuuming is one of the best ways to clear the air in your home, right up there...
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Get money back for energy-efficient upgrades
Get money back for energy-efficient upgrades Typically, energy-efficient home improvements involve spending money now so you can save on your energy bills later. And for some upgrades such as solar...
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8 tips to help you sell your own home
8 tips to help you sell your own home With real estate agents’ commissions often as high as 6 percent of a home’s sale price, it’s tempting to hang out a “For Sale by Owner” sign and save the...
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10 great gas grills for $300 or less
10 great gas grills for $300 or less Most gas grills sold cost less than $300. If that’s what you’re planning to spend then consider these 10 grills from Consumer Reports’ latest tests. They’re...
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12 ways to save even more at Costco
12 ways to save even more at Costco If you’re a Costco member, you probably know a thing or two about saving a buck. But there are ways to cut costs even further at the ubiquitous warehouse club, with...
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Some halogen lightbulbs are brighter than others
Some halogen lightbulbs are brighter than others When it comes to energy-saving lightbulbs, LEDs and CFLs spring to mind. But what about halogen bulbs? They don’t get much attention, partly because...
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New mowers offer easier starting and maintenance
New mowers offer easier starting and maintenance Starting difficulties are a chief gripe with gasoline-powered lawn mowers, and the need to maintain the machines also a common complaint. One engine...
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Remodelers spare no expense on master bathrooms
Remodelers spare no expense on master bathrooms Showers and tubs for two, chandeliers, bidets, and televisions are just a few of the upscale renovations that some homeowners are adding to their master...
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Sugru silicone-rubber adhesive sticks to its claims
Sugru silicone-rubber adhesive sticks to its claims Who hasn’t wished to strengthen the charging cord of a cellphone, tablet, or laptop that’s begun to fray? Sugru is a moldable putty made of silicone...
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Spring all-stars from Consumer Reports' tests
Spring all-stars from Consumer Reports' tests After a rough winter, it’s time to reclaim your yard. At Consumer Reports we just finished testing a new crop of mowers and a new batch of grills and...
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Chia seeds deliver a nutritional boost, but they're not for everybody
Chia seeds deliver a nutritional boost, but they're not for everybody Tiny “superfood” chia seeds are being mixed into dozens of food products—cereals, snack bars, yogurt, and drinks—just to name a...
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With new finishes, upright freezers get a facelift
With new finishes, upright freezers get a facelift You often hear stand-alone freezers described as big white boxes because, well, that's what they usually are. And why not, given their location in...
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