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All 10 of the best ceiling fans installed and in use during testing.
Lighting

The Best Ceiling Fans to Keep Your Home Breezy Without Cranking the AC, Tested

A good ceiling fan can help cool a home while lowering energy costs. We tested today's top-selling models to find out which ones blew the competition away.

The Best Screw Extractor Options
Tools & Materials

We Tested The Best Screw Extractors to Remove Stripped Fasteners, See Our Top Picks

Don’t let a stripped screw or bolt slow you down—remove that obstacle quickly and cleanly with one of these top screw extractors.

A white wall with bubbling paint.
Painting & Finishing

What Causes Paint Bubbling on a Wall—and How You Can Fix It 

Using the wrong painting tools, temperature issues, poor prep: All are possible causes of bubbling paint on the walls. Learn what you can do to prevent this problem before your next paint DIY.

A bee pollinating a purple ornamental flower.
Gardening

The Number One Thing You Can Do to Help Protect Native Bees Where You Live, According to New Research

As bee populations continue to decline in the United States, scientists recommend rethinking a common practice for many homeowners.

The best drain snake option sitting on a counter next to a plunger with a sink in the background
Cleaning Supplies

The Best Drain Snakes for Clogged Showers, Bathtubs, and Sinks

Banish blockages in sinks, tubs, showers, and more with the right drain snake for the task.

A water heater from the best water heater brands mounted on a laundry room wall
Reviews

The Best Water Heater Brands

If it’s time to replace a busted water heater or simply upgrade to something more efficient and energy conscious, this guide on the best water heater brands will help you figure out what to look for.

Two arm chairs by large window.
Architecture

20 Ways to Make Your New House Look Old

Do you live in a 1980s ranch, but wish it were a quirky Victorian? These DIY updates will make your cookie-cutter home look like it's been here for decades.

The Best Moth Repellents Options
Reviews

The Best Moth Repellents for Clothes, Furniture, and More

Banish destructive moths from the closet or pantry—and keep them from coming back—with the best moth repellents.

Close up view of a table saw blade next to a pair of safety glasses.
Workshop

How to Use a Table Saw

Learn proper crosscutting and ripping techniques to ensure safe, efficient, satisfying work with this popular power tool.

Young girl wearing winter hat and her mom wearing winter hat smiling and enjoying time together on the decorated patio.
Deck, Patio & Porch

The Share of New Homes With This Sought-After Outdoor Feature Continues to Climb

And now is an ideal time to add one to your property.

View from inside a garage of the driveway and the rainstorm outside.
Generators

Can You Run a Generator in the Rain?

Rain and running water can damage an exposed portable generator. Find out how to protect yourself and the generator during stormy weather.

Bags of commercial vermiculite and perlite on a table with a pot and some succulents.
Gardening

Vermiculite vs. Perlite: Which is Best for Your Potted Plants?

Can these two soil amendments help your plants grow better?

Two-tone white and blue painted kitchen cabinets in a DIY renovation
Kitchen Design

I Was Dead Set On Stone Floors—Until I Saw These Options

I browsed Empire Today's selection of floors and used its virtual floor designer, only to be surprised by the options I liked for my kitchen.

Painted Leather in Different Colors
Painting & Finishing

How to Paint Leather

A fresh coat of paint can bring new life to worn or outdated leather furnishings fast! Just be sure to use proper products and the right technique.

The Best Caulk Removal Tool Options
Reviews

We Tested The Best Caulk Removal Tools: These Are The Must-Haves For Your Tool Kit

If old caulk has your sink, tub, windows, or other areas looking drab, remove it with one of these top products.

Built in solar panels on a house roof during a beautiful pink and orange sunset.
Energy & Power

This Type of Home Generator Is Gaining Popularity

Technological advances, climate change concerns, and government incentives are just three of the reasons why.

Man cleaning leaves out of gutter by hand.
Gutters

How to Clean Gutters: 5 Effective Ways to Get the Job Done

Rain gutters are crucial for keeping water away from your house but to function properly, they need to be free of dirt and debris.

Materials needed to clean a toilet tank sitting on top of the toilet, including vinegar and dish soap.
Cleaning & Organizing

How to Clean a Toilet Tank

Follow these easy steps to scrub away the stains, germs, and mineral buildup that might be lurking inside your toilet tank.

An out-of-focus woman is reclining on a sofa and scrolling through an online shopping app on her smartphone.
Home Safety

12 Signs You’re Being Scammed on Facebook Marketplace

Facebook Marketplace scammers can use a multitude of tactics to victimize buyers and sellers alike, so watch out for these red flags to err on the side of caution.

The Best Framing Nailer Options
Power Tools

The Best Framing Nailers, Tested and Reviewed

Give the hammer a rest and quickly, efficiently nail that framing job with the power from one of the best framing nailers.