Home & Garden

There’s no place like home—especially when it’s in tip-top shape. We’ve rounded up the best cleaning and organizing tricks, affordable decor ideas, DIY hacks, and more. Warning: Once you’ve got everything just the way you want it, you may never want to leave!

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What to Know About Signal, the Private Messaging App Even Cybersecurity Experts Use

Signal private messenger app is a favourite of government officials, tech giants, and cyber experts. Find out why.


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40 iPhone Tricks That Will Make Things So Much Easier

Want to help a friend find her missing phone? Need an activity tracker, tape measure, or magnifying glass? Look no...


23 PC Keyboard Shortcuts: A Cheat Sheet

Once you know these Windows keyboard shortcuts, you'll be able to get all of your tasks done in a snap.


How to Get Rid of Indoor Plant Bugs

Learn how to eliminate and prevent bugs on indoor plants, including aphids, mites, mealy bugs, scale, fungus gnats and more.


14 Zoom Etiquette Rules You Need to Follow

Making eye contact is important—so look directly into the camera, not at the person you're talking to. (Oops.)


The Average Life Span of the Appliances in Your Home

Learn how long you can expect your major household appliances to last.


How to Delete Everything on Your iPhone

Ready to upgrade your iPhone? Before selling or recycling your old one, take these steps to protect your personal data.


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6 Things Professional Plumbers Never Do in Their Own Homes

Avoid a disaster in your kitchen or bathroom with these tips from professional plumbers.

How to Host a Virtual New Year’s Party

It's time to bid farewell to 2020, but the usual NYE bash is bound to change this year. Here's how...


How to Protect Your Food from Freezer Burn

Learn how to stop freezer burn in its tracks.


What Is Smishing?

Don't let the funny name confuse you. Smishing is a major scam.


How to Spot Apple ID Phishing Scams

Once you know what to look for, you won't take the bait of a fake Apple email.


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The Reader’s Digest Home Tech Buying Guide

On the market for a new TV, security system or smart home assistant? Here’s a handy guide to the key...


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Canada’s Most Popular Dog Names

Move over, “Fido”! When choosing names for their new furry friends, Canadian dog owners took inspiration from some truly original...


8 Signs Your Dog Needs Affection

Does your pooch need another smooch? Here’s how to tell—and how to demonstrate your love and devotion.


The Best Tips for Putting Up Outdoor Christmas Lights

This year, elevate your house to "oooh and ahhh" status with the best outdoor Christmas lights.


What Is the Best House Temperature for Pets?

Do you and your pet fight over the thermostat setting? Find out the best house temperatures for your dogs, cats...

13 Things You Should Know About Pet Adoption

Thinking of adding a pet to your family? Separate fact from fiction with our handy checklist.


9 Sneaky Ways Online Retailers Get You to Spend More Money

Buyers, beware: From one-day-only sales and countdown clocks to free shipping and returns, online retailers have a variety of ways...


21 Brilliant Hacks for Dental Floss You’ll Start Using All the Time

The strength and stretchiness of dental floss make it a great tool around the home.


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100+ Brilliant Uses for Vinegar You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Think vinegar is just for salad dressing? Think again! Here are dozens of brilliant new uses for vinegar all around...


8 Signs It’s Time to Take Your Cat to the Vet

You may just think a hairball is normal—but if it starts happening regularly, it could signal a bigger problem.


80+ Absolutely Brilliant Uses for Old Socks

These uses for old socks will finally give those lonely orphan socks that you've been accumulating for years a purpose.

11 Times You Should Always Haggle for a Better Price

Haggling can get you a great deal on some items you may have paid full price for. Just remember to...


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9 Clever Uses for Plastic Produce Bags

Don't throw away those plastic produce bags from the grocery store! You can prevent extra plastic waste by reusing the...


How to Clean Your Bathroom in 5 Minutes or Less

Unexpected guests arriving at any moment? Use these pro strategies to make your bathroom look clean (and still have time...


13 Silly Wastes of Money You Don’t Even Think About

Financial experts reveal the simple—and often surprising—ways you're blowing your budget on a daily basis.


10 Colours You Shouldn’t Have in Your Home

You'll regret adding these colours at home.


This Nifty Trick Will Humidify Your Home—Without a Humidifier

No humidifier? No problem! Here's an easy fix.