What the project is
The Spruce offers practical, real-life tips and inspiration to help anyone make their best home. This lifestyle property has been known for decades for its down-to-earth decorating advice, gardening tips, home repair how-tos, and so much more. For over 20 years, the content has been curated from a 20-year-strong library featuring more than 14,000 pieces of original, carefully fact-checked information. The Spruce shows how to retile a bathroom, update decor, grow a garden, or simply tackle a to-do list—all with unmatched clarity and reliability. Its offerings span a range of topics from home decor and repair to entertaining ideas and everyday problem-solving, making this resource a trusted companion for nearly every home improvement project… It’s the kind of guidance that makes tackling a new project feel both exciting and accessible.
Main Benefit
- Over 32 million monthly users finding reliable home advice.
- More than 14,000 pieces of content developed over two decades.
- Content created by 45+ expert writers, including professional contractors, landscapers, chefs, registered vet technicians, and well-known crafting bloggers.
- Integrity ensured through the Dotdash Meredith Content Integrity Promise and robust editorial policies.
- Independent product reviews based on meticulous research and thorough testing.
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The Spruce is part of a larger family of sites that includes The Spruce Eats, The Spruce Pets, and The Spruce Crafts. These websites cover an array of subjects ranging from home repair and decor to recipes, cooking techniques, pets, and crafts—all designed to spark creativity and make everyday living easier. The essence of The Spruce lies in its ability to cater to a diverse audience with trustworthy advice that cuts through the online clutter. It’s a dynamic resource that manages to keep the information accessible while also being precise and practical for everyday use… There’s something truly refreshing about its mix of expertise and ease of understanding.
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The Spruce’s commitment to quality is evident in its rigorous content integrity process. Every piece of information passes through experienced fact-checkers, who are selected and vetted for their journalistic skills and subject knowledge. This additional layer of meticulous review ensures that every statistic, every tip, and each piece of advice is backed by proper research and credited sources. This approach not only enhances reliability but also boosts users’ confidence when applying the guidance to real-life projects… It’s a system where accuracy meets passion for great, useful content.
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The expertise found at The Spruce extends to its carefully selected group of contributors. With 45+ expert writers, including professional contractors, landscapers, chefs, cookbook authors, registered vet technicians, and celebrated crafting bloggers, every topic is approached with a depth of experience and a commitment to excellence. By showcasing an array of perspectives from professionals in various fields, The Spruce manages to create a narrative that resonates with audiences of all backgrounds. The diverse insights not only spotlight practical how-tos but also highlight fresh ideas to elevate home, garden, and lifestyle endeavors… This blend of professional insight and everyday usability truly sets it apart.
Project Impact
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – by empowering homeowners with the know-how to create healthier, more sustainable living spaces.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – through promoting effective, researched methods of home repair and decor that encourage sustainable practices.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – by advocating for greener gardening techniques and eco-friendly home improvement strategies.
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At its core, The Spruce is more than just a collection of home tips; it is a community-driven guide dedicated to making every space the best it can be. With inclusivity and a broad range of voices, the platform works to ensure that its content is not only richly informative but also reflective of diverse lifestyle aspirations. Through a combination of expert advice and readily accessible how-tos, the site continues to help millions tackle home projects, improve personal spaces, and foster an environment where informed decision-making meets creative expression… This unique blend of reliability and inspiration remains a key reason why The Spruce continues to be one of the top lifestyle properties online.
