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The Purdy 2-inch XL Glide paint brush inside its torn-open packaging.
Reviews

A $12 Purdy Paint Brush Made My Paint Job Look Professional

Getting an ultrasmooth finish on painted surfaces can be tricky, but I found a popular paint brush that really helped.

The Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless Vacuum on a hard floor surface during testing.
Reviews

A Review of the Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless Vacuum: Ideal for Apartment Living

This Levoit vacuum cleaner is compact, lightweight, and includes the right attachments to keep floors, furniture, and hard-to-reach spaces spick-and-span clean.

Person looking at brown lawn
Lawn & Garden

7 Common Lawn Problems That Are a Real Pain in the Grass

Green with envy over your neighbor’s perfect lawn? Here’s how to overcome brown spots, bare spots, weeds, and other problems plaguing your turf.

When To Replace Siding
Exterior

These 6 Signs Tell You It’s Time to Replace Your House’s Siding ASAP

Siding replacement isn’t just about improving curb appeal. Find out when to replace siding and what can happen if you wait too long.

Do Security Cameras Deter Crime
Exterior

Does Having Security Cameras Really Deter Crime? We Asked an Expert for a Definitive Answer

Not only do security cameras deter crime, but they’re an excellent way to monitor your property while away from home. Here’s a closer look at these useful gadgets.

Birds in Your Dryer Vent
Lawn & Garden

Birds in Your Dryer Vent? Here’s How to Remove Them Safely and Humanely

Birds in dryer vents are a more serious problem than you might think. Find out how to approach this problem with the best outcome for you and the birds.

Spicy red and green pepper plants.
Lawn & Garden

15 Companion Plants for Peppers—Plus 5 to Keep at a Distance—for the Healthiest Harvest

Whether you’re planting pepper seeds or transplanting seedlings, adding a few of the right garden buddies can prevent pests and diseases, provide nutrients, and promote better flavor.

Gloved hands spraying pink flowers on tree.
Lawn & Garden

15 Natural Pest-Control Strategies for Your Yard and Garden

Don’t let mosquitoes, slugs, and other uninvited pests ruin your garden plantings. Keep insects and vermin away with these green-minded methods.

Shark FlexBreeze Fan with InstaCool set up in front of a set of closet doors.
Reviews

Can This Fan With Water Mist Keep You Cool? A Shark FlexBreeze Review

The Shark FlexBreeze with InstaCool is redefining cool. I tested this versatile and innovative fan indoors and outdoors and was pleasantly surprised.

Bosch Benchtop Router Table RA1181 Review
DIY

The Bosch Benchtop Router Table RA1181, Tested and Reviewed

I found out why new woodworkers and seasoned professionals love this versatile benchtop setup.

Harbor Freight vs. The Home Depot
Reviews

Harbor Freight vs. The Home Depot: 3 Big Differences Between 2 Beloved Tool Stores

Harbor Freight and The Home Depot are two of the nation’s leading suppliers of tools and gardening equipment, but how do they stack up against each other?

Person carrying tray of seedlings in shade.
Lawn & Garden

How to Harden Off Plants and Seedlings

Your pampered seedlings need to toughen up a bit before you send them out into the big, bad world. Expose them to life’s realities gradually!

Rake used on lawn fungus.
DIY

Solved! What to Do About Lawn Fungus

Patchy, brown grass is one of many signs that can point to a lawn fungus. Get to know what else to look for—and how to treat each—with this guide.

The Tertill Weeding Robot on a patch of weedless soil during testing.
Reviews

Can a Robot Weed Your Garden? I Tested the Tertill Weeding Robot to Find Out

I tested the Tertill robotic weeder in my vegetable garden alongside an identical control garden, and this is what happened.

The Best Home Repair Services Options
Reviews

5 of the Best Home Repair Services in America, Vetted

Appliances break and accidents happen. This guide will help homeowners find the best home repair services to fix their home’s problems.

The Hunter Malden Ceiling Fan ReviewThe Hunter Malden Ceiling Fan Review
Reviews

We Tried an HGTV Star’s Ceiling Fan—Here’s What We Thought

A celebrated interior designer teamed up with a well-known fan maker. Find out how their stylish, modern, and super-efficient overhead fan fared in real life.

Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Knob and Tube Wiring Replacement Cost - Cost Range + Average - March 2024
Interior

How Much Does Knob and Tube Wiring Replacement Cost?

Homeowners who live in older homes may find themselves upgrading knob and tube wiring for safety and efficiency, with costs ranging from $12,000 to $36,600, or a national average of $24,300.

The Milwaukee 15-Gauge Finish Nailer next to its magazine before testing.
Reviews

Milwaukee 15-Gauge Finish Nailer: A Hands-On Review

If you’ve been searching for a dependable cordless nailer with the power and speed of a pneumatic, look no further.

The Westinghouse iGen4500 portable inverter generator on mulch during testing.
Reviews

Westinghouse iGen4500 Peak Watt Portable Generator: A Hands-On Review

This portable yet powerful generator can energize everything from the campsite to the jobsite and more. Discover how it fared in hands-on testing.

Person using a watering can to water vegetables in a raised garden bed.
DIY

12 Raised Garden Bed Plans for Building Your Ideal Plot

Get your garden off the ground with these attractive, easy-to-build raised garden bed ideas.