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These are deeply researched articles, guides, reviews, and explainers by experts whose goal is to provide clear, reasonable, and actionable advise in order to help you make your home improvement decisions easier. We are real home owners and apartment dwellers who have faced the same challenges as our readers and are committed to sharing our research and expertise.

Peugeot Paris Pepper Mill Review

04/21/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

The Peugeot Paris is the quintessential pepper mill. But is this classic still worth your money? …

Where To Buy Really Nice Rice Online

04/20/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

You might not think that buying rice online makes any sense, but I've been able to find some great farmers and heirloom makers that sell their rice for really reasonable prices. Since you are buying direct you can save money while benefiting the …

Leatherman Skeletool CX Multi-Tool Review

04/19/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

If you are are looking for a lightweight multi-tool without any extra stuff then the Leatherman Skeletool CX is going to be in the running. Having had one of these for some time now, here are our thoughts. …

Simplehuman Rectangular Step 55-Liter Trash Can Review

04/18/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

When outfitting a kitchen, one of the best uses of money is a good garbage can. A trash can is something we all use all the time, so a high-quality unit is essential to a functioning kitchen. After some months with the Simplehuman Rectangular …

Types of Hand Saws (And What They Do)

04/11/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Can you remember a time when you were trying to describe a tool, you could see it in your mind, you could draw it, but you were blanking on the name? Happens to the best of us. If you are looking for the names of types of saws, this article …

Cheap Mortar And Pestle: Sur La Table White Marble Review

04/11/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

If you are looking for a reliable mortar and pestle but you don't want to spend a fortune, you might be having a hard time finding something. Sur La Table has a $18 white marble mortar and pestle that caught my eye. Having the need for just such a …

Who Sells The Best Bathroom Hardware?

04/11/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Having redone a number of bathrooms over the years and having re-fixtured, remodeled, and updated a number of bathrooms lately, I have a lot of thoughts about bathroom hardware. The quality of the hardware and the installation can vary wildly …

What’s The Best Thickness Planer For Home Shops?

04/11/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

If you are working on your first advanced woodworking project, you might have seen the instructions call for a thickness planer. Your first inclination might be that you don't need one and you can get away with a belt sander, jack plane, or something …

How To Install A Plastic Toggle Anchor

04/11/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Drywall anchors have always been more confusing than they have needed to be. The simple practice of hanging something from a wall when no stud is present behind that section of the wall turns out to be quite a challenge. There are so many …

Finding The Best Retractable Awnings For Your Backyard

04/03/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Retractable awnings are a backyard game-changer. They offer excellent shade and rain protection when you need it and they disappear out of sight when you don't. Despite how great of an addition they are to almost any patio, balcony, or porch …