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Paint Needs

Don’t choose just any paint brush for applying polyurethane. Achieve a smooth finish on your next woodworking project with the best brush for polyurethane.

The best window film installed on two sections of a large dining room window to provide privacy for a table.
Reviews

Window films are an alternative to bulky curtains and finicky blinds. Check out this guide to find the best window film options for decor, privacy, and protection.

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Reviews

Humanely stop rabbits from feasting on garden vegetables and flowers with one of these top sustainable rabbit repellents.

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Windows

A new set of replacement windows can give a home a much-needed face-lift. The national average window replacement cost is typically $280 per window, or between $180 and $409.

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Gardening

A chickpea by any other name is a garbanzo bean or a giggle pea. No matter the name, chickpeas are loaded with health benefits and are worth learning how to grow.

A sparkling blue pool with two lounge chairs along the side of the pool.
Pools & Water Features

A pool liner that is torn or leaking can put a stop to summer fun. Pool liner replacement costs range from $1,125 to $3,688, with the national average at $2,393.

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Doors

Damaged or worn-out sliding glass doors will eventually need to be replaced. The cost to replace a sliding glass door ranges from $1,000 to $7,500, or $2,510 on average.

A new lawn is growing in.
Lawn & Garden

Wondering how much a new lawn costs and how the cost is calculated? Homeowners can expect an average price range of $400 to $22,500, or an average of $2,380, to have a lush green lawn installed.

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Exterior

The simple but stately look of a wrought-iron fence adds curb appeal and security to any home. The national average wrought-iron fence cost is $3,360, with homeowners paying between $1,420 and $17,000 in many cases.

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Power Tools

You'll need suitable bits to drill through masonry, stone, or marble. We tested today’s best-selling concrete bits—find out which ones made our short list.

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Green Building & Remodeling

Make these improvements to reduce your water bill and help conserve an important natural resource for everyone.

Bosch Free Tool Deals at Lowe's
Deals

Enjoy free Bosch tools worth up to $219 in value!

An aerial view of a lush lawn.
DIY

Don’t know where to start? We asked 3 plant experts what their top three pieces of advice are for beginner gardeners. Plus, resources that can help your garden thrive.

Worker sprays blown in fiberglass insulation in attic.
Insulation

There are different methods for spraying different kinds of blown insulation into the walls, attics, and floors of your home.

A family of four is roasting marshmallows in a fire pit in the outdoors.
Lawn & Garden

Looking forward to summer nights around a crackling fire? Be sure you understand fire pit safety basics that'll help keep your home and loved ones safe.

White shoes, detergent, stain remover, and other cleaning materials on top of a washing machine.
Skills & Techniques

What kinds of shoes can go in the washing machine, and how do you clean them without messing them up? Here’s what you need to know about machine-washing shoes.

A construction crew paves a driveway using heavy machinery.
Curb Appeal

A cracked and broken driveway can be a hazard, but how much does it cost to pave a driveway to make it fresh and new? The typical cost ranges from $2,500 to $7,028, with an average of $4,611.

The Best Father's Day Gift Options
Reviews

Your guide to the perfect gift for Dad.

An inspector uses a phone to photograph mold in a shower.
Mold & Mildew

By the time mold makes its presence known, it’s likely there’s more than meets the eye. To verify the presence of mold, homeowners will want to budget $299 to $1,014, or $656 on average, for mold inspection costs.

Two hands holding white curl grubs. They are beetle larvae.
Garden Pests

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.