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A long row of mature red bell peppers growing on home-grown plants.
Gardening

How to Grow Bell Peppers Practically Anywhere

Growing bell peppers in the garden is rewarding, and here you can learn how to grow pepper plants from seed to table.

Tree Roots In Sewer Line
Interior

Everything to Know About Tackling Tree Roots in Sewer Lines

Tree roots in sewer lines may be out of sight, but they won’t be out of mind for long. Find out how to identify this issue and how to resolve it.

The Best Sleep Week 2024 Deals
Mattresses & Bedding

Sleep Week 2024: The Best Deals on Mattresses, Bedding, and More

Don't miss these incredible deals on sleep essentials for a good night's rest.

Man using wire tool to clean rust.
Cleaning & Organizing

How to Remove Rust From Tools

Keeping tools clean and free of rust will keep them in service for years. Learn how easy it is to get tools gleaming again by sanding them or scrubbing them with common household supplies.

Orange enamel pot stained and discolored with food.
Appliances

How to Clean Discolored Enamel Cookware: 6 Surefire Solutions

Get the most from your sturdy enamel cookware by keeping it clean and free of stains.

A wet rain garden with native plants and flowers.
Gardening

The Best Native Plants to Grow in Soggy Gardens (by Region)

Build your own low-maintenance rain garden with colorful native plants that don’t mind wet roots!

avocado plant care 101 - how to grow avocado plant indoors
House Plants

Avocado Plant Care 101

If your attempts to grow avocados from seeds have been the pits, read on for tips on how to start and keep this plant indoors.

Colorful snapdragon flowers growing in a residential yard with a graphic overlay that says Plant Care 101.
Gardening

How to Grow Snapdragons for an Easy Curb Appeal Boost

Add a pop of color to your garden in the spring and fall months with this tender perennial featuring various stunning flowers.

Things Every Backyard Bird-Watcher Needs for Their Yard Options
Clothing & Gear

10 Things Every Backyard Bird-Watcher Needs for Their Yard, According to a Seasoned Bird-Watcher

Discover the top bird-watching essentials that will turn your yard into the go-to spot for a diverse array of birds.

The White Duck Tarp pulled tight around a bale of hay in a field.
Tools & Materials

Field-Tested and Reviewed: Is the White Duck Tarp Worth the Cost?

Looking for a heavy-duty tarp to protect your outdoor items? I tested a top-selling brand’s canvas tarp to find out if it was any good.

The Snow Joe Single-Stage Snow Blower on a large snow-covered cement pad during testing.
Tools & Materials

Clear Driveways and Walkways With the Snow Joe Single-Stage Snow Blower

After testing numerous single-stage snow blowers, the Snow Joe 48V, 18-inch Ionmax proved to be quite capable for clearing what moderate snow storms can dump on a property.

Kitchen with white backsplash, a large window, and beautiful hardwood cabinets.
Cabinets

The Great Debate: Plywood vs. Solid Wood Kitchen Cabinets

From appearance to maintenance, the material you choose for kitchen cabinets has a lasting impact on your daily life—not to mention your budget.

Home bathroom with green tile shower, gold fixtures, a dark green double vanity, and house plants.
Bathroom Design

What Is the Average Bathroom Size, Anyway?

Plan your bathroom remodel by understanding the typical bathroom size for every type of bathroom.

Rubber gloves, drain unclogger, and dish soap inside a white bathtub.
Tubs & Showers

How to Unclog a Bathtub

Do you find yourself ankle-deep in water when you shower? See how to unclog a tub drain without using chemicals that can harm your plumbing.

A person using the best drywall lift to install a large panel of drywall in a room being built.
Building & Installing

The Best Drywall Lifts to Simplify Construction Projects

Anyone who has struggled to hang drywall will be delighted with the speed, ease, and accuracy of these useful machines.

A group of the best mug warmers together on a kitchen counter before testing.
Appliances & Cookware

The Best Mug Warmers to Keep Your Drinks Hot All Day, Tested

Many manufacturers make bold claims about their mug warmers’ capabilities, but not all deliver. We tested some of the best models to see which could stand the heat.

The Safer Home Indoor Fly Trap set out on a wood floor in its individual parts with its packaging before testing.
House Plants

Why Every Plant Parent Needs This Popular Plug-In Fly Trap

Win the war—or at least half the battle—against indoor insects with this effective, easy-to-use plug-in pest control.

The Brita Complete water faucet filter installed on a kitchen faucet for testing drinking water taste and purity.
Appliances & Cookware

Better Taste, Better Water Flow: A Brita Faucet Water Filter Review

It removes dozens of impurities from tap water without excessively restricting the flow, and it’s surprisingly affordable.

Mole vs. Vole Damage
Garden Pests

Mole vs. Vole Damage—3 Key Differences for Identification (and What to Do About Each Pest)

While their names may sound similar, moles and voles are each destructive in their own ways. Here’s what to know about the differences between vole vs. mole damage and how to address it.

Beets planted in a garden with a graphic overlay that says Plant Care 101.
Gardening

How to Grow Beets for a Superfood Supply in Your Own Backyard

Once the unwanted wallflower of the vegetable world, the beet now is achieving homecoming queen status due to its many health benefits.