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Cool down a stuffy bedroom without spiking your electricity bill. This commercial-grade box fan delivers impressive airflow to make your space more comfortable on warmer nights.

Trade your bug sprays and zappers for this silent and odorless mosquito repeller.

Here are our picks for the best flat-top grills that this go-to brand has to offer.

Relax in a zero-gravity chair. Our test team kicked back in these uber-comfortable lounge chairs—find out which ones we liked best.

Are you finding crickets in the house? Here's how to get rid of crickets and keep them from coming back.

These dishwashing liquids are designed to cut through grime to save you time, water, and elbow grease.

Certain types of hardscaping, which provide durability and architectural definition to a yard, can also be good for the environment.

Moss lawns are low-maintenance, eco-friendly alternatives to traditional turf. Are they right for your property?

Feathered friends make for great window watching, but when they come too close, things can get chaotic. If a bird swoops in through an open window and gets stuck in your home, try this trick to shoo it back outdoors using a common household item.

Roof replacement can easily cost thousands of dollars. But there's one crucial step that's key to increasing the odds that insurance will cover such a massive expense—as long as you do it right.

Often an afterthought, the shower curtain rod plays a key role in bathroom design, so choose wisely.

If you always find yourself wiping water off your just-washed dishes, try these tips for troubleshooting a dishwasher that doesn’t dry.

Soil rakes, garden rakes, bow rakes: Why are there so many types of rakes at the home center, and which do you actually need to clean up your yard?

Homeowners who want to maximize space while having the convenience of a flexible layout should consider the pocket door. If you're thinking about installing one, first read our handy planning guide to see whether this retractable door system is right for you.

When your AC smells like gas, it may be due to an actual gas leak. Know the signs to keep your home and family safe.

Cleaning concrete surfaces starts with a mild detergent, then you can up the ante as needed.

No self-respecting outdoor kitchen is complete without one of these cooking appliances.

Perplexed by what to do about birds pilfering your berry patch? Try some of these humane and harmless ways to protect your homegrown berries from the birds.

Light lovers rejoice! These ages-old above-the-door architectural elements are back in a big way.

Clean and restore stainless steel surfaces around the house with this safe, simple, economical formula.