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Read on for details on how to grow this wonderfully scented, deliciously easy-to-grow kitchen staple in your home garden.

Improve your home one tiny upgrade at a time with these fast and simple projects that don’t require the expertise or expense of a professional. 

This open-air outdoor structure invites good times and provides a beautiful focal point to any home landscape.

The best chainsaw chaps keep the lower limbs protected (and intact).

Egress windows not only bring light to dark basement spaces, but they’re also a vital safety feature. Egress window costs range from $2,621 to $5,662, with the national average at $4,129.

Trying to figure out what animal is digging holes in the yard? Check out this guide to determine which critters might be to blame.

Chairs may be easy to assemble, but many homeowners prefer to leave larger furniture assembly to the pros. The cost to assemble furniture ranges from $90 to $150, with a typical average of $110.

From cold winter essentials to mold testing kits, find out the products BV readers couldn’t live without in the last month of 2023.

These feature-loaded heated toilet seats make a trip to the bathroom feel like a day at the spa.

A little charm and character are what a shiplap ceiling can add to an often forgotten area of the home. A shiplap ceiling costs between $2.50 and $7 per square foot for materials.

Hosting a short-term vacation rental property can be a great source of revenue, but choosing the right platform is key. Comparing Vrbo vs. Airbnb for hosts can highlight the benefits of each website to find the best option.

With rigid foam on one end and a hard window scraper on the other, this innovative tool makes clearing ice and snow from vehicles and objects easier than ever.

This Champion dual-fuel generator produced ample electricity for home backup and powered an off-grid jobsite.

Keep your shelves neat and clean with attractive liners just right for your style, stuff, and budget.

Conserve energy and enjoy hot water on demand with the best tankless water heater for your home, lifestyle, and budget.

Keeping a house warm in cold weather can be costly, but experts say that shutting off vents in unused rooms could backfire on home energy savings.

Always have hot water when you need it without worrying that it will run out mid-shower.

Shiplap is a fun way to add charm and character to a home, and it’s versatile enough to fit with a variety of design styles. Shiplap costs between $500 and $1,700, with the national average falling at $1,000.

Many homeowners dream of upgrading their kitchen, bathroom, basement, and other areas of the house, but renovation costs can be prohibitive. There are several ways to finance renovation projects and realize any home’s true potential.

Discover the skills and necessary tools to take on DIY plumbing projects at home.