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An airy white bathroom has wood floors and a free standing curved tub in front of a large window.
Design

Inspired by wellness, nature, and personalized style, these design trends are expected to be everywhere in 2024.

An upright freezer full of food between a workbench and storage cabinet.
Reviews

Shop less often and store more food efficiently with one of these convenient, cost-saving appliances.

Woman carefully caulks the gap between her tub and tile wall using a caulking gun.
Tubs & Showers

Refreshing caulk every year or so goes a long way to preventing water damage and mildew. Caulking a shower or tub is an easy DIY, too! Here's how to get professional-looking results.

A person adjusting an outdoor TV antenna
Tech & Electronics

Cut the cord and start enjoying free local and cable broadcast channels with any of these top-notch outdoor TV antennas.

A group of the Best Flannel Sheets still folded and grouped together before being washed and tested.
Mattresses & Bedding

Keep warm during the cooler months with comfy, soft flannel sheets on the bed.

10 Flood Essentials to Have on Hand
Home Safety

Be ready when the unexpected strikes with these essential items for flood preparedness.

A group of the best toilet bowl cleaner options placed on a toilet.
Cleaning Supplies

Get the chore of cleaning toilets done quickly, easily, and admirably well with the right formula for your household.

A group of the best towel warmers on a carpeted floor prior to testing.
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

Add luxury and health benefits to your bath with a top-notch towel warmer that suits your style, space, and budget.

A person sliding a filter out of a furnace before replacing it with a new one.
HVAC

Regularly changing the filter helps protect your furnace from dust and airborne debris, but not all air filters are created equal. This guide highlights what to look for when buying a replacement furnace filter.

The Best Gas Water Heaters Option
Reviews

Discover the features offered by many of the best gas water heaters.

A group of the Best Air-Fryer Toaster Ovens together on a kitchen counter and row of TV trays before testing.
Appliances & Cookware

We gave today's most popular air-fryer toaster ovens a trial run. Find out how well each model fared (pros and cons) in our test kitchen.

A group of the best vacuums for tile floors grouped together on a tile floor before testing.
Appliances & Cookware

Suction power can rid tiles of dust bunnies, dirt, and pet hair. See some of the best vacuums to keep tile floors polished and clean.

Person turning on gas stove.
Appliances

Keep this guide handy in case you find yourself having to kickstart your old gas furnace, water heater, oven, or stove.

Woman wearing protective eyewear cleaning dirty ceiling fan with microfiber cloth.
Cleaning

Dust shouldn’t rain on your head when you want to cool down a room. Learn how easy it is to keep a fan’s blades, lights, and motor clean.

Best Non Stick Spray For Snow Blowers Review
Reviews

Prevent snow blower interruptions and frustration with a nonstick spray that keeps the augers and chutes clear. Even wet and icy snow won’t slow you down.

Woman scrubbing the inside of a toilet with a pumice stone.
Toilets

Should you scrub the outside or the inside first, or clean top to bottom? Follow these steps to get a sparkling, sanitary bowl in about 10 minutes.

close view of Air purifier in the foreground with blurry view of man t his desk in the office
Interior

Know exactly what to do and what to avoid when setting up an air purifier so it can run as efficiently as possible. 

Hands holding a bunch of mint from a home garden.
Gardening

If you would like fresh mint for teas and garnishes, keep in mind that growing your own is easy and shouldn’t cost you a mint!

The Water Creation Madison 30-Inch Modern White Vanity in a grey bathroom with a small wooden stool next to it.
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

Add under-sink storage while expressing your style with a vanity that suits your bathroom decor, budget, and square footage.

The Best Air Mattresses Options
Mattresses & Bedding

Find a reliable, comfortable air mattress for hosting friends and family or taking along on outdoor adventures.