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Easy DIY Projects

The Easiest Way to DIY Closet Shelves

Install new closet shelves quickly and easily for more organized storage space.

Reviews

After Researching the Best Storm Doors, We Like These 6 the Most

Keep out pests while letting light into your home with the best storm doors.

Workshop

8 Types of Tiling Tools Every DIYer Should Know

Whether ceramic, porcelain, or stone, tile is a durable and timeless upgrade that requires these essential tools for a pro-quality installation.

Deals

The Best $10 You Can Spend at Home Depot This Month

Stock your toolbox and workshop for less—several of these picks are even under $5, and the best ones go fast.

Home Safety

15 Things You Should Never Plug Into a Power Strip

Short on electrical outlets? Think carefully before you plug these appliances and gadgets into a power strip.

Gardening

6 Plants That Highlight the 2026 Garden Color of the Year

Discover which pale, serene shade tops the list this year and how to showcase it in your own garden.

Bathroom Storage

5 Things You Should Never Store on Your Bathroom Counter

While the bathroom countertop seems like an easy place to store everyday products we use in the bathroom, there are risks involved.

Deals

This Week’s Best Deals Under $25, $50, and $100: Get Over 60 Percent Off on Bissell, KitchenAid, Ryobi and More

These are the week's best deals under $25, $50, and $100, including early Prime Day deals on everything you need for your home and garden.

Heating & Cooling

What Is a CADR Rating on an Air Purifier?

Learn what CADR ratings mean and how they relate to an air purifier’s effectiveness.

Foundations

How to Know When You Should Repair a Foundation Crack

Learn how to tell when a foundation crack might indicate a serious structural problem—and when you can repair it yourself and rest easy.

Tools

How to Winterize Your Lawn Mower

Take a little time to maintain your lawn mower one last time before stowing it, and it'll be ready to put back to work in spring.

Exterior

15 Supplies to Buy to Close Your Pool

With winter on the horizon, now’s the time to stock up on pool closing supplies to keep your swimming pool in perfect form.

Countertops

How to Seal Granite Countertops

Using the right sealant—and knowing how to apply it properly—will protect your countertop for many years to come.

Lawn, Garden & Pool

My Favorite AeroGarden Is Not a Garden

The hydroponic brand keeps my houseplants alive, too, with a stylish staple in my windowless living room.

Energy & Power

Time Is Running Out to Get Tax Breaks on These Home Improvements Before the Big Beautiful Bill Takes Effect

Get started on these upgrades now before discounts cease at the end of the year.

Lighting

I Almost Installed a Dimmer Switch, But I Tried Philips Hue Smart Bulbs Instead

Adjusting brightness is a convenience many of us enjoy; installing a dimmer switch, on the other hand, is less than enjoyable. These bulbs may offer a reasonable workaround.

Garden Pests

How to Get Rid of Grubs

Grubs eat grass roots, and can quickly turn your yard into a brown, patchy mess. Learn how to identify and eradicate them before it's too late.

Cleaning Supplies

The Best Steam Cleaners Based on Our Extensive Testing

The best steam cleaners can eliminate years of dirt, dust, pet messes, and other gunk from carpets and upholstered furniture. See how our top picks performed in real-life testing.

Pest Control

How to Get Rid of Cockroaches

Have you spied cockroaches in your home? Use these remedies and preventive measures to eliminate the creepy-crawlies once and for all.

Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Soil Moisture Meters—This Cheap Garden Tool Keeps Plants Thriving

To help gardeners determine how much—and how often—to water, we tested some of the top soil moisture meters on the market. Find out which ones scored the highest in our hands-on tests.