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An olympic diver leaping off a diving board in the Paris Olympics aquatic center.
Green Building & Remodeling

The 2024 Paris Olympics will be the first games aligned with the Olympic Agenda 2020 and guided by the Paris Climate Agreement.

A green bird bath surrounded by the materials needed to clean it.
Lawn & Garden

Follow these steps to maintain a clean, safe space for birds to splash around in your garden.

A patio chair with cushion surrounded by a vacuum cleaner and materials needed to clean the cushions.
Deck, Patio & Porch

Leaving patio furniture uncovered all winter can wreak havoc on your cushions. Here's how to get everything from mold and mildew to ketchup and tree sap out of your outdoor furniture cushions.

A home heat pump control system.
Heating & Cooling

Surely you’ve heard about heat pump HVAC systems, but the rest on this list might surprise you.

A person is pushing a lawn mower on a lawn to shred leaves for mulch.
Lawn Care

Why blow or bag your leaves? Leaving them in the lawn and garden helps your soil flourish—and saves you a lot of effort.

The Best Patio Doors Option in an undecorated room leading to a cement patio
Reviews

Create a more open and light-filled home with a new set of patio doors for the side yard, back patio, or even leading out to the balcony.

The Best Retractable Screen Doors Option
Reviews

The best retractable screen doors are easy to install and operate, providing natural airflow while blocking pesky insects and debris from entering your home.

DeWalt 20V Oscillating Multi-Tool cutting through a sheet of OSB
Power Tools

Now through August, DeWalt is giving away a free 20V Max 5.0Ah battery and charger with the purchase of a qualifying power tool.

The Best Concrete Bonding Agents Option
Tools & Materials

With the right additive, your concrete repair can stand the test of time. Check out these top concrete bonding agents for long-lasting results.

Best Kitchenaid Dishwasher
Reviews

Let’s compare KitchenAid’s most popular dishwasher models to establish which one is right for you.

Man pushing wheelbarrow full of weeds from garden.
Gardening

Even a good garden may have some weeds, as the saying goes. The trick is knowing how to benefit from them.

Nasturtium growing in a home garden.
Gardening

Nasturtium care is easy, bringing bright annual flowers. Learn more about growing nasturtium in the garden for pops of color (and flavor) from seed.

Two houseplants alongside ingredients needed to make homemade plant food.
House Plants

Why buy pricey chemical-laden plant food when you can make your own for a fraction of the cost?

Best Outdoor Pizza Oven Options
Outdoor Furniture

Making delicious pizza with a crispy crust and gooey cheese doesn’t happen by accident. It requires the best outdoor pizza oven to get that oven-fired taste, from the pizza’s edge to the delicate center.

Best Squirrel Traps
Reviews

If squirrels are wreaking havoc on your home or property, eliminate the problem with one of these top squirrel traps.

Over the Sill Air Conditioner Review
Reviews

Over-the-sill air conditioners feature a unique design, but are they worth the cool cash? Use this guide to learn what we found out through hands-on testing.

The Best Plunge Router Options
Reviews

Take the plunge and bring your woodworking to the next level with the right routing tool for your projects.

Three people smile as one of the woman shows the two others across from her a document.
Home Warranties

One wrong step and you may find your claim denied.

A garden full of flowering shrubs with a wooden cabin in the background.
Gardening

Add color and interest to your landscape with these beautiful bloomers that draw attention, highlight architectural features, and emphasize a property’s natural beauty.

A carpenter with eye protection and grey hat uses a sander on outdoor decking.
Deck, Patio & Porch

A professional deck builder shares the basic steps (and a few secrets) for sanding a wood deck to renew its surface.