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DIY

Got Pests? Our Next Webinar “How to Prevent & Eliminate Pest Invasions” Is For You!

Save the date: Thursday, September 26 at 1:30 EDT.

Lawn Care

Does Grass Seed Go Bad?

There are several factors that affect how long grass seed lasts, including the container the seed is stored in and how long it's stored. Learn how to tell if your grass seed is over the hill.

Garages

12 Budget-Friendly Finds for Your Garage

Part automobile shelter, part storage space, it's easy for a garage to turn into a cluttered and disorganized mess. Make room to work with these 12 affordable items to increase garage organization and functionality.

Reviews

The Best Backpack Vacuums for Cleaning Homes and Commercial Spaces

Whether for home, commercial, or industrial use, these backpack vacuums make it easy to clean everything from bedrooms to offices to jobsites.

Outdoor Furniture

The Best Outdoor Ceiling Fans to Keep You Comfortable

Keep cool in your outdoor living space when one of these high-quality fans is overhead.

Tools & Materials

The Best Telescoping Ladders, Tested and Reviewed

The new kids on the block—telescoping ladders—offer a leg up on overhead chores, but are they all they're cracked up to be? Find out how today's most popular telescoping ladders fared in our hands-on tests.

Gardening

11 Stunning Black Flowers to Grow for Garden Drama

Moody gardens never looked so good! Grow these dark, nearly black flowers for elegance with an edge.

Reviews

Our 10 Best Fans for Cooling the Home, Tested and Reviewed

You don’t always need AC to beat the heat on summer days. The best fans will move air around the room, helping you feel less sticky and more comfortable on hot days.

Mold & Mildew

5 Ways Humidity Can Wreak Havoc on Your Home—And 5 Ways to Fight Back

Excess moisture could be the silent destroyer lurking in your home. Learn how to spot the signs of high humidity and put a stop to it.

Gardening

Keyhole Gardening: What You Need to Know to Get Started

Even with less-than-optimal soil, you can grow a bumper crop of healthy fruits and vegetables with this unique garden design.

Deals

Save up to $300 on Traeger, Blackstone, and Weber Grills During Labor Day 2024 Sales

Some of our favorite editor-approved grill brands are on deep discount this Labor Day. Take advantage of these deals while they last!

Painting & Finishing

How to Choose the Right Scraper for the Job

Whether you're shopping for a tool to complete a specific project or simply stocking your toolbox, follow these pointers to pick out strong scrapers that will make short work of your next DIY job.

Roofing

Skylight Installation: Benefits, How-to, and Maintenance

A skylight can add ventilation and natural light to your home. But is this a project you should take on yourself?

Easy DIY Projects

How to Make an LED Marquee Letter

Really personalize the lighting in your home when you make a lit-up marquee letter in your own monogram.

Garden Pests

Fall Companion Planting: 7 Keys to Success, According to Experts

Choose the best plants and planting strategy to help your garden thrive as chilly weather arrives.

HVAC

The Best Heat Pumps for Cold Climates

Heat pumps are increasingly popular because of the energy-saving way they can heat or cool a home.

Tools

Our Favorite Leaf Blowers Are as Low as $150 in Labor Day Sales

Leaves are coming, so stock up on these outdoor tools for summer and fall lawn care while you can get them on sale.

Interior

12 Rustic Kitchen Ideas That Bring Your Space Back to Basics

Rustic design is right at home practically anywhere, whether in the mountains, countryside, beach, or city.

Curb Appeal

How to Stain a Fence

Staining a fence can give a drab or dingy wooden fence a fresh face and a lustrous, protective finish.

Hand Tools

The Best Wire Strippers for Professional and DIY Projects, Tested 

We tested today’s best-selling wire strippers. Now, we strip back the details so buyers can choose the best one for their needs.