Jahaira Arthur
School
New York University
Expertise
Cleaning Hacks, Interior Design Trends, Gardening Tips
- Jahaira is an advocate for clean, eco-friendly living and enjoys sharing home hacks that fit the bill.
- She has an eye for style and believes that the interior design of your home is just as important as its functionality.
- With a garden of her own, she loves writing pieces to help fellow gardeners and encourage others to start planting.
Experience
As a news writer for House Digest, Jahaira researches and shares the latest information on various matters, from decorating your home on a budget to growing plants that attract pollinators. Her personal favorites are interior design pieces where her love of bold patterns and fun colors can come out. She is a freelance writer based in New York City and previously worked for Honeysuckle Magazine, where she published articles on wellness, women's health, and pop culture. When she's not writing articles, she's dabbling with scripts, poetry, and prose.
Education
Jahaira has a B.A. in social and cultural analysis with a double minor in creative writing and media, communication & culture from New York University.
House Digest uses a knowledgeable team of editors, writers, and experts to create all our content. We dive deep into the always-evolving conversations surrounding design and home trends, striving to deliver the most current and helpful tips, strengthened by expert takes and tutorials from our talented team.
As we cover many fields of expertise, we make it a priority to ensure every beat remains fresh and comprehensive. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Jahaira Arthur
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Alka-Seltzer might be a pain relief medication, but it can be used for much more than easing headaches. It can even bring your silverware back to life.
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After owning your home for some time, your garage door's weather-proofing seals may need replacing. House Digest's expert handyperson shows us the signs.
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If you simply recycle or throw out a milk jug when it's empty, these hacks are for you. Try repurposing your old milk jugs around your house instead.
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Cleaning your refrigerator coils can extend the life of the appliance, but cleaning expert Katie Berry warns against using DIY cleaners on your coils.
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Upgrading your old ironing board? Instead of throwing the metal or wooden piece in the trash, find out how to put it to good use in your home or garden.
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If you've recently replaced your gutters and still have some around, don't toss them out! Instead, repurpose yours in one of the creative ways gathered here.
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Most succulents enjoy similar conditions and are relatively easy to grow, but you must avoid growing incompatible plants together. Watch out for these pairings.
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Instead of throwing out your old gardening tools like a rake, try to repurpose it instead. These ideas will help you create some stylish decor.
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Coconut oil has many properties that make it a must-have for your gardening needs. It can be used as an herbicide, pest-repellant, and much more.
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If you have more spiders than you'd like in your backyard, don't call an exterminator. Instead, encourage these spider-eating birds to visit.
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While old, torn umbrellas may no longer work for their intended purpose, there are plenty of ways to upcycle them for use around the home and garden.
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If your local recycling center doesn't happen to accept rugs, there are a whole bunch of DIY upcycling projects you can take on for practicality and enjoyment.
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Color podcaster Amy Krane lets us in on what she expects to be the fashionable bathroom hues of 2024, and which fad she's expecting to fizzle out pretty soon.
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Unless you're one of those rare people who loves mowing the lawn, steer clear of this kind of turf so you aren't pulling out the mower every weekend.
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Does your neighbor have a worn down or ugly fence that they refuse to fix? Discover some unique ways to improve the appearance of your side of the barrier.
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Springtails are never a welcome sight, and once inside your home they can quicky multiply. Here's how to deal with an infestation and keep them away.
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Do you have a frameless border that you'd like to personalize? Discover 8 ways to make this piece stand out by adding a unique, textured frame.
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Flowers aren't the only choice when it comes to adding color to your garden. There is a rainbow of options to choose from. You'll be amazed by the variety.
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Spend Valentine's Day showing love -- not spending all your money on decorations. Try this pool noodle DIY that creates a stunning heart-shaped wreath.
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When choosing a type of fence, it's important to consider cost, durability, maintenance requirements, and aesthetics. We've listed eight options below.
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Do you have a plastic or metal wire dish rack that you don't use for its intended purpose? Discover brilliant ways to use it for other tasks around your home.
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Every houseplant owner could use more space for their beloved plants. Try this TikTok-approved DIY project to make customizable hanging shelves.
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Radiators don't always look the most aesthetically pleasing, but luckily there is an easy way to upgrade them. Check out this simple DIY project.
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If you’re a new gardener, you'll wonder which vegetables are the hardest to grow so you can avoid them. Learn which plants are best for seasoned, green thumbs.
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A gallon of paint can go a long way in home improvement projects. Try these painting ideas to make a big change in your home with just a bit of color.
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Do you want some unique decor for your home but don't have a large budget? Check out 10 decorative DIYs from TikTok that involve inexpensive pool noodles.
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From refrigerators to toaster ovens, kitchen appliances run up our electric bills. Learn which is the most expensive to use for your meals yearly.