If you're a cat lover, the joys outweigh any other issue. If you haven't lived with one yet, here are a few things to know

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Spend less time weeding, less money watering and more moments just sitting back and enjoying your healthy garden

Countertops and cutting boards will likely take a beating over the holidays. These butcher blocks have the chops to perform under pressure

Low ceilings or odd-size doorways are no problem when you fashion a barn door from exterior siding and a closet track

Free up your room's design and lighten the load on your budget with a freestanding fireplace in a style to suit your taste

The Hardworking Home: Murphy beds, bunk compartments and more can provide sleeping quarters for visitors in rooms you use every day

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