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A selection of the best brad nailers
Tools & Materials

The 7 Best Brad Nailers Tested for Your Trim, Molding, or Cabinet Project

We tested today's top brad nailers in our woodshop. Before tackling a trim or woodworking project, find out how these popular tools fared in our hands-on testing.

A group of the best electric screwdriver options grouped together on a small wooden riser prior to testing.
Tools & Materials

The Best Electric Screwdrivers, Tested

Save time and avoid hand fatigue on your next DIY project by investing in an electric screwdriver.

A group of the Best Cordless Drills Under $100 on a workbench before testing.
Building & Installing

The Best Cordless Drills Under $100 for Your DIY Projects

Add this essential tool to your workshop without overspending.

Woman smelling something foul from her kitchen sink.
Repair & Maintenance

How to Get Rid of Mildew and Mold Smells

A musty odor can be a sign that you have a mold or mildew problem. Here’s how to eliminate it with pantry staples or other easy-to-find products.

The 6 best solid deck stains next to a stained board during testing.
Tools & Materials

The Best Solid Deck Stains to Protect and Revitalize, Tested

A solid stain can give a wooden deck new life by protecting it from water, UV rays, and mildew, ultimately extending its lifespan.

Three of the Best Coolers sitting on grass in a field
Clothing & Gear

The Best Coolers for BBQ’s, Beaches, Camping and More—Tested

Keep food and beverages safe and fresh at their ideal temperature in the portable, convenient cooler that suits your lifestyle, travel plans, and budget.

A group of the best leaf rakes options propped against a fence
Reviews

The Best Leaf Rakes to Keep Your Yard Looking Beautiful, Tested

Clean up leaves and dead grass in your yard with a sturdy, reliable rake built for the task.

Man cleaning a gutter with a long black vacuum
Cleaning Supplies

The Best Gutter Cleaners, Tested and Reviewed

Don’t let blocked gutters wash your home’s value down the drain. Choose one of these top products for maintaining your gutters.

Person using Ryobi Power Scrubber to clean back of camper
Cleaning Supplies

Messes Have Met Their Match: Ryobi One+ 18V Power Scrubber Review

From cleaning bathrooms to siding, this Ryobi power scrubber will get the job done. Give your arms a break and put this scrubber’s powerful motor and long-lasting battery to work for you.

A view of a worker installing solar panels on a red tiled roof.
Home Services

5 of the Best Solar Companies in America Today

Thinking about going green while saving money on electric bills? The best solar companies offer a range of solar panel options and panel maintenance services.

How to Use Wood Filler for Repairs
Easy DIY Projects

How to Use Wood Filler to Repair Furniture, Flooring, and More

Use wood filler to effectively and efficiently repair scratches, chips, gouges, and other surface imperfections in the woodwork around your home.

Hummingbird feeding from Birdfy Hum Feeder Camera in front of wood fence
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Explore the Hidden World of Hummingbirds: A Review of the Birdfy Hum Feeder Review

Dive deeper into the intimate daily activities of hummingbirds with a camera feeder, offering unprecedented insights into their fascinating behaviors.

Fall armyworm Spodoptera frugiperda (J.E. Smith, 1797) on the corn leaf
Garden Pests

How to Get Rid of Armyworms

Armyworms can cause major damage to your lawn or garden. Here’s how to get rid of these destructive munching bugs.

A close up of a lush green lawn.
Home Services

6 of the Best Lawn Care Services in America, Vetted

Homeowners can keep up their curb appeal and ensure healthy grass by hiring the best lawn care service for the job.

How to Mud Drywall
Building & Installing

How to Mud Drywall

Achieve flawlessly flat surfaces on your construction project with this materials primer and step-by-step guide.

How To Change A Shower Head
Building & Installing

How to Change a Shower Head in Under an Hour

You don't need to keep showering under an outdated shower head. Replacing it is easy—just follow this guide and go with the flow.

A white house with a beautiful front yard.
Home Security

6 Tricks to Get Back Into Your House After Getting Locked Out

Keep this plan in your back pocket, and try out five handy tactics to avoid this situation in the first place.

The Best Lawn Sweeper Option
Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Lawn Sweepers for a Well-Groomed Yard, Tested

Keep your yard clear of grass clippings, leaves, and other organic debris with one of these helpful turf-tidying devices.

Ariat Life Rebar and Turbo Chelsea work boots sitting on flagstones outside next to Ariat box
Clothing & Gear

Boots on the Ground: Ariat Work Boots Tested Review

Finding the right work boots is like discovering the perfect tool. We tested 2 best-selling pairs in real-world situations. Find out how they fared.

A spider crawling near someone's bare feet.
Pests

How to Get Rid of Spiders

Most of us welcome beneficial spiders to our gardens, but feel less hospitable about hosting them inside our homes. Clear up a spider infestation and keep them out by following these easy steps.