Read the latest articles from Bob Vila (Page 179)

Make sure your home looks its best—and is ready for guests—this holiday season by attending to these oft-forgotten cleaning, organizing, and hosting duties.

This hydroponic grow box can grow 1 large plant and comes with humidity control, a fan, and app access—but is it worth the cost?

Dress up your Christmas tree with the best festive ornaments.

While pet owners cherish their furry companions, getting rid of the pesky fur that clings to carpets and upholstery is challenging. Find out what happened when I tested a top-rated cordless vacuum in a pet-friendly household.

Does this fabric protector safeguard upholstery, draperies, and canvas? Find out how Scotchgard fared in hands-on testing.

Rechargeable batteries are usually more economical than throwaway alternatives, and they’re certainly more eco-friendly. Here’s how to keep them in peak condition.

This drying rack makes efficient use of space and is built with durable materials to hold dish loads of all sizes.

Grab this lightweight vacuum to clean everyday dirt and big messes. With 4 suction levels and up to an hour of battery life, it makes short work of keeping floors clean.

Sear meats to perfection with this infrared gun from ThermoWorks that replaces the sizzle test, taking your cooking to the next level.

My basement is dry, and I don’t have to empty a messy bucket.

Score deals on electronics, holiday decorations, kitchen and bakeware items, and more this December.

Build your own set of outdoor seats with these printable project plans.

The Earthquake K33 wood chipper shredder isn’t the cheapest tool in the shed, but my hands-on test showed it is worth every penny.

Take steps to protect your pool during the off-season so it is ready to use again next summer.

When choosing an exterior paint color for your home, go beyond just trends and aesthetics. The right paint color can help heat and cool your home naturally, helping to reduce monthly utility bills and saving you money in the long run.

If you don’t like to vegetate during winter, try growing winter vegetables.

Whether there’s too much light in your kitchen or you want to add to the aesthetic of your culinary space, kitchen curtains are often a must-have for a home chef.

Add showy red-blooming or red-leafed shrubs to your home landscape for vibrant, year-round curb appeal.

This outdoor seat will stand the test of time. Make one (or a dozen) for your backyard with these downloadable project plans.

A staircase remodel can take a home’s visual appeal to new heights, but how much does this project cost? The national average staircase remodel cost is $2,051, with a typical range of $953 to $3,253.