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Gael Fashingbauer Cooper

Gael Fashingbauer Cooper, has been a journalist for 30 years. She is the co-author of two pop-culture encyclopedias, "Whatever Happened to Pudding Pops? The Lost Toys, Tastes and Trends of the '70s and '80s," as well as "The Totally Sweet '90s." She lives in a 90+-year-old house in Seattle in which she does home improvement projects with her husband and daughter. Gael loves the quirkiness of old homes.

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What’s the Best (and Worst) Day To Clean Your House?

Are you somehow set up for success if you clean on, say, Sunday? And destined for messiness if Monday's your cleaning day? Pros have their opinions.

9 Brilliant Ways To Use Vinegar in Your Laundry Routine

You probably have a gallon of white vinegar on your shelf, so here's how to...

8 Common Mistakes People Make When Treating Weeds

Have you tried eradicating weeds in your yard and ended up with a bigger problem,...

Furniture Pieces You Should Always Buy Used

Buying used furniture is better for your wallet, the Earth and your local economy —...

What’s the Difference Between Potting Soil and Potting Mix?

The two popular garden products are similar, but not the same. Here's when to buy...

7 Signs You Might Have a Termite Infestation

As small as these insects are, they can make an awfully big mess. Know what...

12 Things Real Estate Agents Avoid in Their Own Homes

They see it all — the good, the bad and the what-was-this-homeowner-thinking? Here are the...

Tips for Renting an RV

RV trips can be memorable. But do your research before climbing behind the wheel of...

9 Features That Give Away Your Home’s Decade

Just as a Farrah Fawcett hairdo screams 1970s, design elements of your home can also...

Coffin Cut-Outs and Other Urban Legends You Probably Believe

Have you heard the one about the staircase built specifically to trip up burglars? Let's...

Common Home Repairs You Put Off

Is the kitchen sink leaking or did someone just drop an ice cube on the...

How To Schedule Your Utilities and More When You Move

Here's how to ensure your electricity, internet connection, Amazon packages and other essentials follow you...

How to Prune Roses

If you grow roses and want those much-beloved flowers to blossom, you'll need to prune...

Choosing the Best Water Filter for Your Home

Do you need a simple pitcher or a whole-house system? Water filtration isn't a one-size-fits-all...

Fact or Fiction: Does Driving Without AC Actually Save Gas?

Sure, you can sweat it out without turning on a vehicle's air conditioning. But is...

Fact or Fiction: Is Your Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Clean, safe water is vital for drinking, cooking, bathing and more, yet most people barely...