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Home Depot Slashed Prices on Outdoor Power Tools for Presidents' Day—Save up to 50% Off Ryobi, DeWalt, Makita and More

Lawn Care & Gardening

Home Depot Slashed Prices on Outdoor Tools for Presidents’ Day—Save up to 50% Off Ryobi, DeWalt, Makita and More

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Forstner Bit Sets—Tested and Reviewed in 2026

The Best Forstner Bit Sets—Tested and Reviewed in 2026

By Mark Wolfe, Bob Beacham

Retailers Slash Prices on Power Tools, Generators, Home Security, and More Ahead of Presidents' Day: Save on DeWalt, Milwaukee, EcoFlow, and More

Retailers Slash Prices on Power Tools, Generators, Home Security, and More Ahead of Presidents’ Day: Save on DeWalt, Milwaukee, EcoFlow, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

A woman is organizing a tidy closet.

Cleaning & Organizing

The Custom Closet Project One Professional Organizer Calls Her All-Time Favorite

By Sandi Schwartz

A gardener wearing gloves trims wilted hydrangea flowers during winter.

Lawn Care & Gardening

3 Plants You Should Prune in February to Spur Spring Growth

By Sandi Schwartz

A football game on a TV with a football in the foreground.

Easy DIY Projects

Skipping the Big Game? 6 Easy Home Projects to Tackle on Super Bowl Sunday Instead

By Jenny Stanley

Woman choosing which storage bins to buy at a home store.

Cleaning & Organizing

5 Things You Need to Do Before You Buy Any New Bins, According to Professional Organizers

By Sandi Schwartz

Person removing snow from roof with roof rake

The Best Tools to Combat Snow and Ice in 2026: Editor Approved

By Jennifer Noonan

A 100-year-old dresser before and after photo.

Furniture & Design

How One DIYer Restored a 100-Year-Old Dresser to Its Former Glory (Without Paint)

By Theresa Clement

A black and white photo of a home garden with lots of plant.

Lawn Care & Gardening

If the 2026 Colors of the Year Were Plants…

By Audrey Stallsmith

Lowe's Is Giving Away Free DeWalt Batteries Ahead of Presidents' Day—$169 Value

Lowe’s Is Giving Away Free DeWalt Batteries Ahead of Presidents’ Day—$169 Value

By Glenda Taylor

Best track saws

The Best Track Saws for Woodworking Projects

By Glenda Taylor, Mark Clement

Ace Hardware Slashed Prices Ahead of Presidents' Day—Save on Lawn Mowers, Grills, Garden Prep, and More: Prices Start as Low as $1.29

Lawn Care & Gardening

Ace Hardware Slashed Prices Ahead of Presidents’ Day—Save on Lawn Mowers, Grills, Garden Prep, and More: Prices Start as Low as $1.29

By Glenda Taylor

Amazon Drops DeWalt Power Tools to Clearance-Level Pricing Ahead of Presidents' Day: Save Up to 45% Off Power Tools, Combo Kits, and More

Amazon Drops DeWalt Power Tools to Clearance-Level Pricing Ahead of Presidents’ Day—Save Up to 45% Off Power Tools, Combo Kits, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

This Skil Laser Level Costs 65% Less Than Popular Models—And Outperforms Them

This Skil Laser Level Costs 65% Less Than Popular Models—And Outperforms Them

By Dan Goldstein

Man placing top window on DIY cold frame outdoors in winter.

Lawn Care & Gardening

How I Use Cold Frames to Extend My Growing Season in New England

By Lauren Landers

The Best Fire Escape Ladder hanging out of a window and extending several stories down.

The Best Fire Escape Ladders for Any Home

Amazon Drops Prices on Valentine's Gifts for DIYers—Save Up to 40% on DeWalt, Leatherman, Craftsman, and More: Prices Starting at $8

Amazon Drops Prices on Valentine’s Gifts for DIYers—Save Up to 40% on DeWalt, Leatherman, Craftsman, and More: Prices Starting at $8

By Glenda Taylor

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools Ahead of Presidents' Day—Prices Under $50: Save on Power Tools, Accessories, Cleaning Tools, and More

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools Ahead of Presidents’ Day—Prices Under $50: Save on Power Tools, Accessories, Cleaning Tools, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Man dressed black T-shirt and jeans sitting in a comfortable armchair, using a modern slim laptop and drinking tea in house sunroom.

Building & Installing

Home Improvements That Add Comfort, Function, and Long-Term Value in 2026

By Sandi Schwartz

TruGreen Lawn Care Service offers a Military Discount

Lawn Care & Gardening

TruGreen Is Giving Away 6 Weeks of Free Lawn Care This February to Get Your Yard Ready for Spring

By Stephanie Cronk

icicles tan house

Repair & Maintenance

How to Get Rid of Ice Dams—and Prevent Them in the First Place

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Evelyn Auer

Aerogarden Seed Starter Review

Lawn Care & Gardening

I Finally Found a Seed-Starting System That Actually Works All Winter

By Debbie Wolfe

Sofa with storage space under cushions.

Furniture & Design

7 Secret Furniture Storage Solutions to Hide Away Clutter

By Sandi Schwartz

Minimalist bathroom with a round mirror, floating vanity, and natural greenery, offering a view of serene outdoor scenery.

Bathroom Remodeling

This Once-Popular Bathroom Feature Is Falling Out of Favor (and What’s Replacing It)

By Sandi Schwartz

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools for Free Ahead of President's Day—Combo Kits, Outdoor Tools, Batteries, and More

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools for Free Ahead of Presidents Day—Combo Kits, Outdoor Tools, Batteries, and More

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Snow Blowers for Gravel Driveways Options

The Best Snow Blowers for Gravel Driveways of 2026, Expert Picks

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi, Zach Lazzari

All the pieces of the Holikme 30-Foot 11-Piece Dryer Vent Cleaner Kit laid out before testing.

Cleaning & Organizing

The Best Dryer Vent Cleaning Kits of 2026, Tested By Experts

By Paul Rankin, Becky Helzer, Michelle Larson, Kathleen Corlett, Kara Illig, Additional research provided by Stacey L. Nash

Radon test kit group

The Best Radon Test Kits of 2026, According to Testing

By Michelle Larson, Timothy Dale

African-American young woman placing seeds in a seed-starting tray.

Easy DIY Projects

Bob Vila’s 10 “Must Do” Projects for February

By Bob Vila Staff

Before showing walls covering old staircase trim.

DIYers Uncover an Old House Treasure After Removing a Wall

By Theresa Clement

Lowe’s Just Clearanced a Kobalt Cordless Mower to Under $100—Save 70% Ahead of Spring

Lawn Care & Gardening

Lowe’s Just Clearanced a Kobalt Cordless Mower to Under $100—Save 70% Ahead of Spring

By Glenda Taylor

Lowe's Is Offering a Free DeWalt 20V Battery This Week—Worth $169

Lowe’s Is Offering a Free DeWalt 20V Battery This Week—Worth $169

By Glenda Taylor

Bright yellow Dog Vomit Slime Mold growing on a patch of green grass.

Lawn Care & Gardening

What to Do About Dog Vomit Slime Mold

By Deirdre Mundorf, Updated by Gretchen Heber

Amazon Drops New Tool Deals This Week—Save Up to 50% Off DeWalt, Craftsman, Bosch, and More

Amazon Drops New Tool Deals This Week—Save Up to 50% Off DeWalt, Craftsman, Bosch, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Snow covered two-story suburban home and car after a snowstorm. Not plowed.

9 Ways to Melt Ice Without Salt or Ice Melt

By Timothy Dale, Updated by Gretchen Heber

Close up view of person sharpening a drill bit on a bench grinder.

How to Sharpen Drill Bits

By Steffani Cameron, Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement

Happy couple in their kitchen working on a DIY project.

Easy DIY Projects

Easy Indoor DIY Projects You Won’t Regret Doing This Winter

By Sandi Schwartz

A DIYer choosing a trendy paint color for a 2026 refresh.

Painting & Finishing

2026 Color of the Year Announcements Have This In Common

By Theresa Clement

The Best Electric Snow Blower Options

The Best Electric Snow Blowers of 2026, Tested By Our Experts

By Mike Bruton, Tony Carrick, Zach Lazzari

The Best Electric Snow Shovel Options

The Best Electric Snow Shovels of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick, Zach Lazzari

View of shoveled driveway covered with ice leading to a garage door.

Cleaning & Organizing

Homemade Ice Melt Recipes: 3 Solutions for When You’re Iced In

By Bob Vila, Updated by Margaret Foley

Family gardening in the backyard.

Lawn Care & Gardening

3 New Year’s Resolutions I’m Implementing in My Garden in 2026

By Lauren Landers

Home Depot Is Giving Away Ridgid Tools This Month: Up to a $179 Value—Score Free Impact Wrenches, Circular Saws, and More

Home Depot Is Giving Away Ridgid Tools This Month: Up to a $179 Value—Score Free Impact Wrenches, Circular Saws, and More

By Glenda Taylor

A spray bottled labeled "furniture polish" with painter's tape, along with a set of gloves and a microfiber cloth, on a coffee table in front of a couch.

Cleaning & Organizing

How to Make Homemade Furniture Polish

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

Makita Cordless Circular Saw Review

12 Types of Saws Every DIYer Should Know

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools for Free This Week—Score Power Tools, Outdoor Tools, Batteries, and More

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools for Free This Week—Score Power Tools, Outdoor Tools, Batteries, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Interior of living room with green sofa, coffee table and plants

6 Decorating Mistakes That Can Make a Room Feel Smaller

By Sandi Schwartz

Gray bowl-shaped garden fountain in meditation garden.

Lawn Care & Gardening

I Added a Fountain to My Garden—Despite the Work, It’s Worth It

By Sandi Schwartz

Segway Navimow Offers a Rare Discount on Its Newest Robotic Mowers—Pre-Order The X4 and i2 AWD Ahead of Spring and Save Up to $300

Lawn Care & Gardening

Segway Navimow Offers a Rare Discount on Its Newest Robotic Mowers—Pre-Order the X4 and i2 AWD and Save Up to $300

By Stephanie Cronk

Home Depot Deals

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Power Tools for the New Year: Save Over 50% on DeWalt, Ridgid, Ryobi, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Lowe’s Bath Savings Event Brings Deep Discounts on Renovation-Ready Bathroom Fixtures: Save Up to 50% Off Vanities, Lights, Toilets, and More

Bathroom Remodeling

Lowe’s Bath Savings Event Brings Deep Discounts on Renovation-Ready Bathroom Fixtures: Save Up to 50% Off Vanities, Lights, Toilets, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Person puts tines of a broken fork into a door near the strike plate, inserting the handle of the broken fork through some of the tines.

12 Smart Ways to Lock a Door Without a Lock

By Timothy Dale

Woman standing on step stool and lubricating garage door spring with silicone spray.

How to Lubricate a Garage Door to Keep It Moving Smoothly

By Deirdre Mundorf

Woman positions a labeled petri dish inside a cabinet shelf.

Cleaning & Organizing

How to Test Your Home for Mold

By Deirdre Mundorf, Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Evelyn Auer, Updated by Paul Rankin

Woman wearing a black coat pushed a lawn mower through a lawn covered with leaves.

Lawn Care & Gardening

Why Mulching Leaves Is Better Than Raking Them

By Jennifer Noonan, Updated by Gretchen Heber

Amazon Drops New Tool Deals This Week—Save Up to 50% Off DeWalt, Craftsman, Bosch, and More

Amazon Dropped Tools to Clearance-Level Pricing for the New Year—175+ Deals Up to 50% Off: Save on DeWalt, Bosch, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Woman uses a green microfiber cloth to wipe a glass cooktop.

Cleaning & Organizing

This is How to Get Your Glass Cooktop Cleaner Than It’s Ever Been

By Manasa Reddigari, Donna Boyle Schwartz

Ace Just Clearanced Craftsman Tools for the New Year: Save 50% Off Quality Tools—Prices Starting at $9.98

Ace Hardware Clearanced Craftsman Tools for the New Year: Save 50% Off Quality Tools—Prices Starting at $9.98

By Glenda Taylor

Tube of toothpaste squeezed onto toothbrush over a tarnished brass candlestick.

Cleaning & Organizing

How to Clean Brass

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Kelly Weimert

Person wearing yellow rubber gloves points a spray bottle labeled 'all-purpose cleaner' at a mess on the countertop.

Cleaning & Organizing

How to Make Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner

By Ayn Monique Klahre

Amazon is Slashing Prices on Organization Products for the New Year

Cleaning & Organizing

Amazon Is Clearing Out Organization Products for the New Year: 50+ Organization Deals With Prices Starting Under $10

By Glenda Taylor

Red kettle, vinegar bottle, and sponge on a glass cooktop.

How to Descale a Kettle

By Manasa Reddigari, Kat Hodgins

Handheld shower head spraying thick streams of water

Bathroom Remodeling

We Tested 10 Shower Heads, But Only 7 Made the Cut for Coverage and Pressure

By Tony Carrick, Tiffany Lewis, Amy Lynch