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Whether you're protecting brand-new wood floors or refinishing some that are decades old, the task starts with selecting the right top coat.

After using it for 6 years to clean up leaves and yard debris, remove grass thatch, and prepare garden beds, it's still going strong.

Covering your home's windows with plywood is one of the best ways to protect them from storm-force winds. Here's how to select and attach the wood the right way.

Unclogging a kitchen or bathroom sink doesn't automatically warrant a call to the plumber. Before you try breaking up the blockage yourself, however, consider these best practices to prevent damaging your pipes.

Our favorite automatic mowers feature easy programming, accurate navigation, and consistently high-quality cuts.

I never thought I’d obsess over a pellet hopper, but larger capacity means fewer refills, and that’s a game changer.

Which part of the basement offers the best shelter from a tornado? What emergency supplies should you keep in the basement? An American Red Cross expert explains how to prep your home's lowest level.

This indoor hydroponic gardening system lets you nurture 30 plants in just 2 square feet of space so that you can enjoy fresh, homegrown produce with ease.

Buy the $219 battery kit, choose a free pro-grade Bosch tool (valued up to $399)—these picks won’t last.

Find out how to choose a high-performing sump pump to keep your basement safe and dry.

Fans reduce energy costs; if they’re whisper quiet, they can also promote restful sleep. We tested top-rated low-decibel fans—their quiet operation blew us away.

This pocket-sized flashlight is lightweight, durable, and brighter than you’d expect, proving you don’t have to spend big to get a reliable light.

I used to dread cleaning walls and baseboards. This viral spin mop was the unexpected solution to my cleaning woes, removing dirt and grime with ease.

Portable solar generators offer a green solution for powering up during electrical outages or off-grid excursions. Find out how today’s top models fared in our hands-on tests.

A bright green 4 by 360 degree laser and a motorized base that rotates via app or remote are just two of the professional-grade features that make the W04CG one of the best-value levels around.

Amazon just kicked off early Prime Day savings on outdoor power equipment, with massive deals on mowers, chainsaws, blowers, and pressure washers—perfect timing for fall yardwork.

From choosing the wrong tools for a task to cleaning and storing them improperly, you’ll want to consider these warnings from experts.

Bondo can be an amazing solution to a variety of repairs or a disastrous choice, depending on how and where it is used.

You never know when an emergency will strike. Armed with the items on this bug-out-bag checklist, you’ll always be prepared.

Fresh clean air and smart savings—these early Prime Day 2025 deals on air purifiers from top brands like Levoit, Shark, and Homedics are too good to miss.