Ideas + Inspiration

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BLACK+DECKER® is your source for every home project from do-it-yourself to lawn and garden care. We’re here to inspire you with recipes, holiday ideas, arts and crafts, and even house cleaning tips for better results with less effort.

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  • Photo of a wooden bathroom shelf with towels, toilet paper, and plants, against a white tiled wall.

    Bathroom Storage Shelves

    Skill Level: Intermediate

    Instead of storing your towels and other bath items in a hall closet, keep them within easy reach in a DIY shelving unit.

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  • BLACKDECKER wooden framed chalkboard wall organizer above kitchen counter with bananas and glass pitcher.

    Kitchen Menu Board and Storage

    Skill Level: Beginner

    Announce what you’ll be serving for dinner with a chic, handcrafted chalkboard menu.

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  • Person washing a BLACK+DECKER appliance part under running water in a soapy kitchen sink, hands visible.

    How to Clean Your Vacuum

    Keeping your vacuum filters clean is vital to getting top performance and suction every time you vacuum your home.

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  • Photo of BLACKDECKER steam cleaning glove HSMC1361SGPK used on a kitchen cabinet.

    4 Tips for a Sparkling Clean Kitchen

    Between kids, work, and other obligations, finding time for a deep clean seems overwhelming.

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  • Photo of a modern living room with a white shelf displaying decor, map wall art, and a yellow chair.

    Beautiful Shelf Borders

    Skill Level: Intermediate

    Give your simple shelving unit a makeover.

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Important Safety Information

Safety comes first when undertaking any kind of DIY project. You should take all precautions to avoid harm or injury, and as such BLACK+DECKER® recommends the use of personal protective equipment when completing these tutorials, including; safety gloves, safety glasses, and a dust mask, where required. To reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage please read and follow all related product manufacturer instruction manuals and information, before performing any of the applications shown. BLACK+DECKER® is not responsible for any damage to property or injury to persons as a result of a failure to use the information provided with reasonable skill and care.