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Want to avoid pumpkin rot this Halloween season? There are a few tricks you can try in your efforts at preserving pumpkin for the big, scary night.

Decorating your perfect fall porch does not have to be a hassle! Check out some easy fall decorating tips to make your porch fall ready.

Home Renovations are a costly undertaking and it's vital to ensure you are protecting yourself and your largest asset when you hire a contractor. Check out some of these considerations before you begin the work.

If you're considering building a pool, it's important to understand all of the considerations and implications of that decision for you and your home. Read about what you should know before you build.

Raleigh's love of sunshine and fresh air has ignited a new passion for creating luxurious and stylish picnics. Discover how to curate your own and become a picnic pro with these tips and tricks!

We're excited to welcome master carpenter Darren Keefe from HGTV's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition to the show! Learn more about this "dancing carpenter's" top DIY tips and tricks.

Learn what to expect at this years show - from local experts you can visit to shop, compare & save to new safety measures in place to make your visit successful!

Thinking about attending this year's show and not sure where to start? Check out our top 5 things to do and see at this year's Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show!

Check out this fun guide to colors and how they affect your mood to get your next painting project just right!

New Gardener Nick is ready to walk you through knowing when and how to harvest your cauliflower.

Do you know when to sucker your tomato plants? Do you know how? Nick walks us through this important step to increase your tomato plant yield.

Get in touch with your inner homesteader and make great tasting memories with our guide to jam.

Bread making is a great way to take up some spare time and make something with your hands. If you're looking to add bread making to your repertoire? Check out our guide to No-Knead Bread!

Sit Means Sit Dog Training shares how homeowners can make sure dogs are friendly and feel safe in the home.

The Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show is gearing up to run April 3-5, and we want you to get the best experience out of your visit. Get excited, get ready and plan your weekend with our Top-5 guide for how to get the best out the show! https://raleighfairgroundshomeandgardenshow.com/show-features

Read about our charity partner, Sleep In Heavenly Peace and the Bunk Bed Build-a-thon at this year’s show.

This week we shine our Exhibitor Spotlight on Johnnie Mabry and the team from Maybry's Electrical Services.

Is your space ready for summer? Add these maintenance items to your spring cleaning list to help keep your home comfortable this season (and next!).

No green thumb? No problem! We've got three simple tips to help make your garden dreams a reality.

One of the elements that can really set the tone of your kitchen is the backsplash. To help inspire you, we've shared some of our favorite looks and styles.