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If you think environmentally-friendly products aren't strong enough to clean the grime off your house then think again—green cleaning is tough on dirt and soft on Mother Earth.

When it comes to wood decks, here's everything you need to know about planning, materials, and maintenance.

Protect your possessions and home from mold, rot, and insects.

If you're shopping around for products to use in a budget kitchen renovation, consider buying laminate countertops, now available in more style options than ever before.

Exterior access doors adds value and convenience to basements.

Want to give your IKEA furniture or cabinets a refresh? This guide will show you how to paint MDF and give them a whole new look.

Be cool and keep your air conditioning units protected against the elements with these top air conditioner covers.

Long since popular in Europe, the concrete house now makes its way to American soil.

Learn how to clean your lawn mower’s carburetor to keep it running smoothly for years to come.

Prep for your piping project—be it plumbing or something a little craftier—by first learning how to cut through copper pipes.

After speaking to pool professionals, we’ve put together a guide that will beat the persistent nuisance of black algae growth once and for all.

Do leaf miners only do minor damage or are they a major garden problem that may require you to resort to insecticides?

Climate, including high water tables, frost lines, harsh winters, and vulnerability to storm surge and high winds, will determine whether a slab or below-grade foundation is chosen.

Nail guns speed up all your building projects. Grab your favorite brand now—deeply discounted at The Home Depot.

The right string trimmer line makes the job easier on you and your equipment.

This company is known for their effective DIY lawn care plans, but how do their pest control products stack up?

Add rustic charm to your garden and attract wildlife by transforming old plant debris into a DIY dead hedge.

If your toilet won't stop running, it's time to troubleshoot parts such as the overflow tube, fill valve, and flush valve. Here's how to quiet your commode.

A solar-powered security camera can provide 24/7 protection, even during a power outage.

Protect your chicks from predators and “fowl” weather by learning how to build them a chicken coop…perhaps a Cluckingham Palace.