We have updated our Privacy Policy. Please review to learn more. By continuing to use our services, you agree to these updates.

Read the latest articles from Bob Vila (Page 177)

Gardening

These Homeowners Killed Their Grass Lawns for Native Plants—and They Say You Should, Too

No matter what growing zone you live in, low-maintenance lawns featuring native plants can be beautiful, economical choices. These homeowners share their fulfilling experiences after tossing the turf.

DIY

How to Remove Heat Stains From Wood: 7 Methods That Work

If you've left a hot beverage on your coffee table and marred the table's finish, all is not lost. Here are tricks that can restore wood furniture to its former glory.

Exterior

15 Top-Rated Color Combinations for Your Home Exterior

Are you updating your home's exterior and looking for house paint colors that look great together? Ahead, find inspiring hues that will highlight your home's best features and increase your curb appeal.

Power Tools

Home Depot Is Giving Away Free Tools—Here’s How to Get Yours

Snag a free power tool at The Home Depot for a limited time with a qualifying purchase.

Power Tools

The Sigma 2G Tile Cutter Makes Cuts Without Leaving Tile in Pieces

This manual tile saw lets you cut tiles cleanly without the mess of a wet tile saw.

Cleaning Supplies

After Extensive Testing, This Roof Cleaner is Our Go-To Pick For Cleaning and Restoration

Bring your home’s roof back to its original glory by removing dark streaks, moss, and other roof-hitchhiking debris. These cleaners will help.

Tools & Materials

Editor’s Picks: 8 of the Best Benchtop Jointers, Reviewed

Don’t let warped boards and uneven edges ruin your woodworking projects. One of these benchtop jointers can help.

Lawn & Garden

25 Easy-Care Plants That Survive With or Without You

Don't make beautifying your landscaping more difficult than it needs to be! Opt for these low-maintenance flowers and shrubs if you're new to gardening, have a brown thumb, or just want pretty plants without a lot of hassle.

Heating

Why Your Heat Pump Isn’t Heating—and What You Can Do to Fix It

Here’s how to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve these common heat pump problems to get the heat back on as quickly as possible.

Repair & Maintenance

Why Your Dishwasher Isn’t Cleaning Properly, and How to Fix It

Troubleshoot a poorly performing dishwasher with these tips and techniques.

Lawn & Garden

The 15 Best Trees and Shrubs to Grow for Backyard Privacy

If you want to keep prying eyes out of your yard, but don’t want to—or can’t—install a fence, consider planting trees and bushes that offer plenty of privacy.

Pest Control

5 Ways to Get Rid of Slugs

Slugs can do major damage to your favorite flowers and plants overnight. To keep slugs from devastating your garden, try one of these clever solutions.

Heating

Tired of Spending So Much Money Heating Your Home? Our Next Webinar Can Help You Slash Your Bills

Get money saving tips on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 2 EDT.

Lawn Care & Gardening

Lupine Plant Care: How to Grow Bluebonnets and Other Lupine Flower Varieties

Monty Python character Dennis Moore famously stole lupines from the rich to give to the poor—but whatever your status, you can raise your own stately spires of colorful flowers by learning proper lupine plant care.

Generators

94 Percent of U.S. Homes Aren’t Equipped With This Important Feature—But Here’s Why You Need It

As weather becomes increasingly unpredictable, having predictable access to dependable power—in the form of a standby generator—becomes acutely more crucial.

Landscaping

Should You Leave the Leaves on Your Lawn This Fall?

Some kinds of leaf litter might do more harm than good.

Furniture & Design

How to Paint IKEA Furniture

If your IKEA furniture has seen better days or no longer matches your home's decor, a new coat of paint may be all it needs to be a la mode again.

Interior Design

This Once-Popular Home Feature Is Falling Out of Favor

Forget the dramatic entrances—more homeowners prefer energy efficiency and extra space.

Lawn & Garden

Top-Dressing the Lawn: Why It’s Important and How to Do It

Want a golf course-green lawn? Take a tip from Scotland’s course owners and top-dress your yard to achieve healthy, lush, green grass.

Entryways

How to Install a Storm Door

Enhance your entryway, boost home energy savings, and strengthen security with an attractive and stylish new storm door.