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Furniture & Design

How to Refinish Rusty Old Patio Furniture

Why replace your rusted metal outdoor furniture? Using an inexpensive tool and few other supplies, you can scrape away rust and refinish your existing set.

Driveways & Walkways

There’s a Shortage of Ice Melt Right Now—What You Can Do to Keep Your Outdoor Surfaces Safe

Due to several factors that triggered the shortage, people are turning to alternative methods to melt ice and snow near the end of winter.

Painting & Finishing

How to Paint Brick, According to a Pro Painter

Painting a brick wall, exterior, or fireplace is a great way to protect the surface and freshen your home’s aesthetic.

Furniture & Decor

Our Favorite Murphy Beds are Perfect for Maximizing Small Spaces

There’s no need to choose between free floor space and a good night’s sleep—a Murphy bed folds out for a restful slumber at night and then tucks away to reclaim space during the day.

Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Soil for Tomatoes

Nothing says summer quite like the taste of homegrown tomatoes fresh from the vine. Good soil will help gardeners produce the largest, most flavorful specimens.

Lighting

The Best Recessed Lighting for Coverage and Ambience

Add accent illumination or increase overall brightness without changing a room’s decor via recessed lighting that suits any setting, style, and budget.

Cleaning Supplies

We Tested 10 Tile Cleaners to Find the Best One

Clean and protect your tile surfaces with the best tile cleaners for the kitchen and bathroom. After testing various products, we found the best tile cleaners for a variety of situations.

Deck, Patio & Porch

Have You Ever Cleaned the Underside of Your Deck?

Learn why it’s imperative you do.

Easy DIY Projects

This Cheap, Homemade De-icer Recipe Will Clear Your Frosty Windshield in Minutes

Don't shiver in your car, waiting for your windshield defroster to kick on! Mix up this DIY de-icer solution and you'll have a clear view in just a few minutes.

Bathroom Remodeling

How to Paint Behind a Toilet

Repainting the bathroom? We'll show you the best ways to apply paint in the hardest-to-reach spot: behind the toilet.

Cleaning & Organizing

How to Remove Paint From Metal

Upcycling old metal furniture or decor? Removing paint from metal can breathe new life into your old belongings. Here's what you'll need to get the project done.

Cleaning Supplies

Our Favorite Plug-in Air Freshener is Simple, Effective, and Affordable

Keep your home smelling fresh with the continuous action of a plug-in air freshener.

Reviews

Our Favorite Attic Insulation is Surprisingly DIY-Friendly

You can keep your home protected from winter’s freezing cold and summer’s sweltering heat by insulating your attic, and our top pick is easy for anyone to install.

Tools & Materials

Our Favorite Double-Sided Tape Holds Up to 37.5 Pounds

From craft projects to industrial and manufacturing uses, double-sided tape is one of the most versatile of all tapes available. After researching and comparing countless options, these are our top recommendations.

Basements

How to Level a Concrete Floor

Leveling a concrete floor is a key step before installing new flooring on top of it. Learn which tools and products make this an easy DIY.

Lawn, Garden & Pool

This Handy Tool is a Must-Have for Any Gardener

Weeds crop up in every landscape, infiltrating flower beds, lawns, and even container gardens. After testing various products, our favorite is versatile, comfortable, and effective.

Curb Appeal

6 Smart Ways to Prevent a Soggy Yard with Every Rain Shower

Ward off water woes in your front, back, or side yard with a few improvements to your landscaping.

Heating

How to Fix a Noisy Radiator

Tired of all the banging and clanking your radiator is making? Here's what you can do to get some peace and quiet.

Tools & Materials

Our Favorite Wood Chipper Can Handle the Toughest Branches

Keep your yard tidy and free of debris with one of the best wood chippers. After testing various models, here are our top picks.

Lawn, Garden & Pool

Is Your Bermuda Grass Looking Patchy? Here’s the Best Fertilizer To Fix It

Bermuda grass is easy to grow and enjoyable to look at—if you have the right fertilizer to help it thrive.