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The Best Sanders for Hardwood Floors

How to NOT Plant a Tree on Arbor Day

You’re Probably Planting Trees Wrong—Here’s How to Do It Responsibly This Arbor Day

By Debbie Wolfe

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25 Types of Hammers and When to Use Them

By Bob Vila, Tom Scalisi, Bob Vila Staff

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7 Genius Ways to Disguise Your Appliances

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The Great Debate: Can You Over Improve a House?

By Jeff Vasishta

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The Dos and Don’ts of Landscaping Around Trees

By Glenda Taylor, Mark Wolfe

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How to Install Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper Like a Pro

By Savannah Sher

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Lawn Care & Gardening

DIY Hydroponics 101: All You Need to Know About Growing Plants Without Soil

By Glenda Taylor, Teresa Odle

The Best Lawn Fertilizers Options

Lawn Care & Gardening

The Best Lawn Fertilizers

By Amy Lynch, Mark Wolfe

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How to Dispose of Bleach Safely

By Deirdre Mundorf

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23 Surprising Hydrogen Peroxide Uses Everyone Should Know

By Andreana Lefton, Savannah Sher

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Can a Budget-Friendly Compact Circular Saw Get the DIY Job Done? I Put One to the Test

By Glenda Taylor

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How to Clean a Bathroom Fan

By Deirdre Mundorf

Why Do We Clean in the Spring?

Cleaning & Organizing

Why Do We Clean in the Spring?

By Andreana Lefton

Bare Spots in a Lawn

How to Get to the Root Cause of Bare Spots in a Lawn and Fix Ugly, Patchy Grass

By Amber Guetebier

DeWalt Digital Tape Measure Review

We Tested a Popular Digital Tape Measure: See How Accurate It Is

By Glenda Taylor

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11 Types of Lawn Weeds and How to Control Them

By Heather Blackmore, Teresa Odle

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12 Gardening Mistakes That Are Killing Your Plants

By Cody Calamaio, Teresa Odle

14 Potting Bench Plans for Building an Outdoor Garden Prep Space

Building & Installing

14 Potting Bench Plans for Building an Outdoor Garden Prep Space

By Deirdre Mundorf

The Best Stihl Chainsaw Options

The Best Stihl Chainsaws You Can Get

By Tony Carrick

The Best Toilet Repair Kits Options

Repair & Maintenance

The Best Toilet Repair Kits, Vetted

By Tony Carrick

Dahle Vantage Cutting Mat Review

This Heavy-Duty Cutting Mat is Worth Every Penny for DIY Projects

By Debbie Wolfe

Ocoopa Hand Warmer Review

Ocoopa H01 PD Pro: Is It Worth It? We Tested it to Find Out!

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Painting & Finishing

How Much Does It Cost to Paint a House Exterior?

By Katie Flannery, Evelyn Auer

The Best Soil For Succulents Options

Lawn Care & Gardening

The Best Soils for Succulents

By Steph Coelho, Savannah Sher

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11 Types of Asian Greens and How to Grow Them

By Audrey Stallsmith

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Solved! How Long Does Super Glue Take to Dry?

By Deirdre Mundorf

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How to Grow Calla Lilies

By Audrey Stallsmith

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What Is a Pocket Garden and How Can I Make One?

By Audrey Stallsmith

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10 Ways to Grow Organic on a Shoestring

By Audrey Stallsmith

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The Best Vinegar for Cleaning: 7 Types of Vinegar Every DIYer Should Know

By Deirdre Mundorf

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25 Types of Pliers and How to Use Them

By Bob Vila, Tom Scalisi

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How to Dispose of a Grill Properly

By Deirdre Mundorf

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How to Grow Saffron—and Save a Bundle Over Buying the Spice

By Amber Guetebier

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I Used This Hack to Clean My Shower Head and Here’s What Happened

By Phillip Tinner

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Lose the Drapes: 17 Ways to Dress a Window Without Curtains

By Jennifer Noonan

The Klein ET310 Circuit-Breaker Finder Review

Klein ET310 Circuit Breaker Finder Review: Does it Work?

By Tony Carrick

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This $10 Tool Turned Me Into a Green Thumb—Seriously!

By Jenny Stanley

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14 Lawn Mowing Mistakes Everyone Makes (and How to Fix Them)

By Caitlin Castelaz

Iwiss Crimping Tool Review

Iwiss Crimping Tool Review: Does it Work?

Ryobi Cordless Sander Review

Can You Get the Perfect Finish With the Ryobi Cordless Sander? An Honest Review After Testing

By Glenda Taylor

DeWalt Cordless Hammer Drill Review

DeWalt Rotary Hammer Drill Review: Is It Worth It? We Tested it to Find Out!

By Glenda Taylor

How to Tile a Bathroom Wall

Bathroom Remodeling

How to Tile a Bathroom Wall

By Bob Vila, Tom Scalisi

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How to Till a Garden the Right Way

By Amber Guetebier

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How to Grow Morning Glories (and Keep Them Under Control)

By Audrey Stallsmith

Yost Bench Vise Review

Is Yost the Best Choice for a Woodworking Vise?

By Glenda Taylor

Klein Tools Vented Hard Hat Review

Klein Hard Hat Review: Is this Vented Hard Hat Worth It?

Stanley Tool Set Review

Is This Stanley Tool Set Able to Meet Your Home’s Maintenance Needs?

By Tony Carrick

Does Bleach Kill Bed Bugs

Solved! Does Bleach Kill Bed Bugs?

By Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, Bob Vila

Fertilizer for New Grass

A Complete Guide to Choosing and Using Fertilizer for New Grass

By Amber Guetebier, Catherine Hiles

How Long to Water the Lawn, Solved!

Lawn Care & Gardening

Solved! How Long to Water Your Lawn

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

The Best Time to Plant a Tree, Solved

Lawn Care & Gardening

Solved! The Best Time to Plant a Tree

By Katelin Hill

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20 Totally Free Ways to Start a Garden This Year

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Kat Hodgins

Dishwasher Won’t Turn On

Solved! Here’s What to Do When the Dishwasher Won’t Turn On

By Katie Flannery

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How to Grow a Three Sisters Garden at Home

By Audrey Stallsmith

The Best Battery Backup Sump Pump Options

Repair & Maintenance

The Best Battery Backup Sump Pumps

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Beacham

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How to Get Rid of Brown Recluse Spiders

By Melissa Graham

Lawn Care & Gardening

Solved! Can My Dead Grass Be Saved?

By Brie Greenhalgh

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How to Knit for Beginners: 6 Key Stitches to Know

By Jasmine Harding

Solved! The Best Time to Spray Fruit Trees

Lawn Care & Gardening

Solved! When Is the Best Time of Year for Spraying Fruit Trees?

By Teresa Odle, Mark Wolfe

DeWalt Cordless Brad Nailer Review

DeWalt Cordless Brad Nailer Tested & Reviewed: How Good Is the Popular Trim Tool?

By Glenda Taylor

Bostitch Brad Nailer Review

Bostich Brad Nailer Tested & Reviewed: See How The Smart Point Performed

By Glenda Taylor

HK Porter Bolt Cutters Review

HK Porter 24-Inch Bolt Cutters Review: Do They Work?

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Hand Tools: Craftsman CMMT99448 102-Piece Mixed Tool Set Review

Craftsman 102-Piece Mixed Tool Set Review: Is it Worth It?