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Painting & Finishing

How to Cut in Paint Like a Pro

By Theresa Clement, Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

Amazon Has a Top-Rated Garden Hose for 40% Off Ahead of Spring
Lawn Care & Gardening

Amazon Has a Top-Rated Garden Hose for 40% Off Ahead of Spring

By Stephanie Cronk

A collage of tools with a graphic overlay that says New Year, New Skill.
Skills & Techniques

Realize Your DIY Potential by Learning How to Use These Essential Tools

By Timothy Dale

Ace Hardware Drops Milwaukee Tools to Clearance Pricing Ahead of Spring: Prices Start Under $10—Save on Hand Tools, Organization, Accessories, and More
Tools

Ace Hardware Drops Milwaukee Tools to Clearance Pricing Ahead of Spring: Prices Start Under $10—Save on Hand Tools, Organization, Accessories, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Lowe's Is Giving Away DeWalt Batteries Ahead of Spring
Tools

Lowe’s Is Giving Away DeWalt Batteries Ahead of Spring

By Glenda Taylor

Man choosing paint in a hardware store.
Painting & Finishing

The Truth About One-Coat Paints

By Sandi Schwartz

A warm and inviting winter scene featuring a roaring fire in a brick fireplace, a wicker basket of birch logs, and a thick, chunky green knit blanket draped over a sofa nearby.
Painting & Finishing

The One Project Pro Painters Never Do in Their Own Homes

By Sandi Schwartz

Walmart Is Clearing Out Milwaukee Power Tools Ahead of Spring: Save Up to 66% on Batteries, Drills, Saws, Grinders, and More
Tools

Walmart Is Clearing Out Milwaukee Power Tools Ahead of Spring: Save Up to 66% on Batteries, Drills, Saws, Grinders, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Young woman in winter clothes and knitted white hat with scarf in the winter garden with snow-covered plants.
Lawn Care & Gardening

3 Crucial Gardening Tasks to Do in February, No Matter Where You Live

By Sandi Schwartz

Dyson Slashes the WashG1 Floor Cleaner to Its Lowest Price Ever Ahead of Spring Cleaning: Save Up to 48% Off Vacuums, Air Purifiers, and More
Cleaning & Organizing

Dyson Drops the WashG1 Floor Cleaner to Its Lowest Price Ever Ahead of Spring Cleaning: Save Up to 48% Off Vacuums, Air Purifiers, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

A welder in protective gear works on a large piece of sheet metal.
Skills & Techniques

MIG vs. TIG Welding: What’s the Difference?

By Bob Beacham, Updated by Theresa Clement

BISSELL FlexClean™ FurForce™ 2-in-1 Vac and Mop Robot in the foreground with a dog standing on the floor and a woman sitting on the couch in the background.
Cleaning & Organizing

Bissell’s New FurForce Robot Was Built Specifically for Pet Owners

By Sandi Schwartz

Amazon Slashed Spring Cleaning Essentials to Clearance-Level Pricing—Save Up to 50% Off Dyson, Shark, Bissell, and More
Cleaning & Organizing

Amazon Slashed Spring Cleaning Essentials to Clearance-Level Pricing—Save Up to 50% Off Dyson, Shark, Bissell, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Home Depot Slashes Prices on Ryobi Tools: Save Up to 55% Off Combo Kits, Impact Wrenches, and More
Tools

Home Depot Slashes Prices on Ryobi Tools: Save Up to 55% Off Combo Kits, Impact Wrenches, and More

By Glenda Taylor

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Workshop

The Best Sawhorses of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Michelle Ullman

The best roof rake option in action pulling snow off a roof.
Tools

The Best Roof Rakes of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Timothy Dale, Zach Lazzari

This 300-Piece Ryobi Bit Set Is Under $75—and Worth Every Penny
Tools

This 300-Piece Ryobi Bit Set Is Under $75—and Worth Every Penny

By Dan Goldstein

A person applies grout to tiled flooring (left) and someone applies caulk to a bathroom seam.
Tools

Grout vs. Caulk: What’s the Difference?

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

The Best Cordless Hammer Drill Options
Tools

The Best Cordless Hammer Drills, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

Amazon Drops Garden Supplies to Clearance-Level Pricing—Save Up to 60% Off Vego, Fiskars, Corona, and More
Lawn Care & Gardening

Amazon Drops Garden Supplies to Clearance-Level Pricing—Save Up to 60% Off Vego, Fiskars, and Corona: 167 Deals on Tools, Seeds, Rasied Gardens, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Amazon Drops Prices on Tools for Presidents' Day—Save Up to 45% on Combo Kits, Power Tools, Hand Tools, and More
Tools

Amazon Drops Prices on Tools for Presidents’ Day—Save Up to 45% on Combo Kits, Power Tools, Hand Tools, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

A homeowner standing in a wet basement with water pooling on the floor and tools and supplies on the floor.
Repair & Maintenance

Don’t Forget This Important Interior To-Do Before Spring Arrives

By Sandi Schwartz

Vacuum with attachments tied to the highest step of a ladder with a bungee cord.
Pest Control

How I Got Rid of Cellar Spiders (and Their Wall-Staining Webs) in My Garage

By Sandi Schwartz

Ace Hardware Drops Milwaukee Combo Kits to Clearance-Level Ahead of Presidents' Day—Save 68%
Tools

Ace Hardware Slashes 68% Off Milwaukee Combo Kits Ahead of Presidents’ Day

By Glenda Taylor

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Building & Installing

How 1 President Helped Build Thousands of Homes After Leaving Office

By Theresa Clement

A couple meeting their site contractor to review architectural layout and home improvement updates for their renovation project.
Bathroom Remodeling

The Most Common Reasons a Renovation Stalls, According to General Contractors

By Sandi Schwartz

This Is The Best Way To Attach A Wood Post To Existing Concrete
DIY

This $20 Post Base Is the Solution for Every Deck, Pergola, and Shed Project

By Mark Wolfe

A group of single-stage snow blowers lined up on a snow blown driveway after a storm
Tools

The Best Single-Stage Snow Blowers of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi, Zach Lazzari

The Best Silicone Spray Options
Repair & Maintenance

The Best Silicone Sprays of 2026—Expert Picks

By Timothy Dale

The Best Lawn Mower Snow Blower Combos Options
DIY

The Best Lawn Mower Snow Blower Combos of 2026—Expert Picks

By Tom Scalisi

close up of all tested models of the Best Jointer Planer Combo
DIY

The Best Jointer Planer Combos of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Mark Wolfe, Bob Beacham

Close up view of a fire ant colony on the ground.
Pest Control

How to Get Rid of Fire Ants

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, James Kidd, Updated by Paul Rankin

The Best Shower Caulk Options
Repair & Maintenance

The Best Caulk for Showers of 2026: Tested and Reviewed

By Manasa Reddigari, Tom Scalisi

The Best Tile Cutters
Workshop

The Best Tile Cutters of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

Ace Hardware Is Giving Away Milwaukee Tool Boxes for Presidents' Day
Tools

Ace Hardware Is Giving Away Milwaukee Tool Boxes for Presidents’ Day

By Glenda Taylor

Amazon Drops Home Essentials to Under $25—Save on WorkPro, Mossy Oak, Olight and More
Cleaning & Organizing

Amazon Drops Home Essentials to Under $25—Save on WorkPro, Mossy Oak, Olight and More

By Glenda Taylor

Best Wire Cutters Options
Tools

The Best Wire Cutters of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed

By James Fitzgerald

Amazon Is Clearing Out Ego Power Tools for Presidents' Day—Save Up to 30% Off Lawn Mowers, String Trimmers, and More
Lawn Care & Gardening

Amazon Is Clearing Out Ego Power Tools for Presidents’ Day—Save Up to 30% Off Lawn Mowers, String Trimmers, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

A selection of the best brad nailers
Tools

The Best Brad Nailers of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

Choosing a Hammer Drill vs. Impact Drill vs. Drill
Tools

Hammer Drill vs. Impact Driver vs. Drill: What’s the Difference?

By Katelin Hill, Bob Beacham, Updated by Theresa Clement

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
Tools

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
Tools

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
DIY

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
Tools

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

By Glenda Taylor

Best track saws
Tools

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
Tools

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
Tools

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.
Tools

The Best Fire Escape Ladders for Any Home

By Tom Scalisi

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

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
Tools

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

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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

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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