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Elizabeth Heath

http://www.elizabethfheath.com
Elizabeth Heath is a travel, lifestyle and home improvement writer based in rural Umbria, Italy. Her work appears in The Washington Post, Travel + Leisure, Reader's Digest, TripSavvy and many other publications, and she is the author of several guidebooks. Liz's husband is a stonemason and together, they are passionate about the great outdoors, endless home improvement projects, their tween daughter and their dogs. She covers a variety of topics for Family Handyman and is always ready to test out a new pizza oven or fire pit.
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How To Drain an Above-Ground Pool

If you disassemble your above-ground swimming pool, you'll need to drain it first. Here are the DIY steps and necessary tools for this task.
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Travertine Tile: What To Know

Travertine tile is a perennially popular choice for homeowners. Here's what you need to know...

7 Best Travel Organizer for Any Trip (Near or Far)

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Upgrade Your Loo with the 6 Best Bathroom Vanities

A new bathroom vanity can switch up the look of your space. Take your pick...

The 6 Best Wine Fridges and Wine Coolers

We hate to break it to you, but you've probably been sipping your vino at...

The 6 Best Hot Tub Cleaners to Make Your Spa Sparkle

A backyard hot tub is a year-round source of enjoyment—if you keep it clean. Here...
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5 Ways To Patch Tile

Cracked or chipped ceramic tile? Before you tear it out or plan your renovation, try...

The 5 Best Heated Outdoor Mats That Melt Snow and Ice

Snow and ice accumulation outside your house isn't just inconvenient—it's dangerous. These heated outdoor mats...
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11 DIY Tile Removal Tools and Safety Gear

Tearing out old tile can be a grueling job, but you can make it easier...
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What To Know About Vintage Tiles

For many homeowners, vintage tile is a prized, yet challenging aspect of their home's design....
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What You Need To Know About Pool Filters

Swimming pool filters are not one size fits all. Here's a look at the different...
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How To Winterize a Hot Tub

If you must put the lid on your hot tub for the winter, follow these...

The 6 Best Heated Vests to Keep Your Core Toasty and Warm

Bone-chilling cold keeping you indoors this winter? Try one of these best heated vests to...

How To Drain a Pool

If you live in a cold climate, you may need to partially drain your pool...

How To Clean a Pool Filter Cartridge

Be sure to clean your pool filter cartridge system as part of your pool winterization...

How To Shock a Pool

A little shock therapy is just what your pool needs to stay clean and sanitized...

How To Test and Balance Pool pH Levels

Testing and adjusting your pool's pH level is an essential part of swimming pool winterization....
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We Tried the Affordable, Easy-to-Use ChillaxHome Smartcam

The ChillaxHome Smartcam, an entry-level home-, baby- and pet-monitoring system, offers an extra set of...

How To Get Blueprints of Your House

The original blueprints of your home aren't just a cool thing to have. They're required...

We Tried Dyson’s Multitasking Air Purifier

Clean air is cool air with this air-purifying cooling tower that's full of sleek, high-tech...

The Best Work Socks for Heavy-Duty Use

Steel-toed shoes and work boots can do a number on socks! We've rounded up the...

How To Conserve Your Pool Water This Summer

Reduce swimming pool water loss with these pro tips, good in the summer and year-round.

Guide To Choosing the Best Indoor Greenhouse

Ready to take your gardening game indoors? An indoor greenhouse might be exactly what you...

Guide To Greenhouse Gardening

Greenhouse gardening involves a lot more than just building a shed and putting plants in...

6 Ways To Use Baking Soda To Clean Your Pool

Here's an inexpensive, easy-to-use secret weapon for keeping your pool clean and the chemicals balanced...