Read the latest articles from Bob Vila (Page 19)

Man in blue shirt and apron uses garden loppers on branch.
Tools

How to Sharpen Loppers—and Why You Should

They're among the handiest tools for gardening and landscaping, but lopper blades occasionally need sharpening to keep them working well.

A group of the best oscillating sprinklers on a green lawn before testing.
Lawn, Garden & Pool

We Put The Best Oscillating Sprinklers Through Hours of Testing to Find the 7 Top Picks

Keep your lawn or garden well irrigated while minimizing wasteful overspray on driveways and sidewalks with a good oscillating sprinkler.

Seven of the Best Hose-End Sprayers for lawn, garden, and outdoor cleaning
Reviews

After Hours of Hands-On Testing, These Are the Best Hose-End Sprayers of 2025

Master your landscaping routine with one of these premium hose-end sprayers, all of which excelled in our hands-on testing.

A colorful array of the best patio umbrellas options folded down and packed together tightly
Lawn, Garden & Pool

We Tested The Best Patio Umbrellas for Over 50 Hours and These Are the Top Choices

Enjoy warm afternoons while staying comfortable in the shade of a reliable patio umbrella.

The Jackery 3000 Pro Solar Generator connected to its solar panels to charge in a sunny yard
Reviews

Jackery Has Slashed the Price On a Popular Jackery Portable Generator

Able to supply 3,000 watts of electricity, this solar generator can power equipment for camping trips, appliances during power outages, and more.

EcoFlow Delta 3 Review
Energy & Power

Amazon Slashed the Price On Our Favorite Power Station

Whether you need an electricity backup system at home or portable power for travel, this power station delivers.

A group of the best gas string trimmer options together outside on the ground
Lawn, Garden & Pool

We Spent 2 Days Testing the Best Gas String Trimmers. Here Are Our Top Picks

The best gas-powered string trimmers will tidy the edges of your yard and maintain its appearance while preventing water damage and staining on fence boards, sheds, and garden-bed edging blocks.

8 of the Best Weed Killer for Flower Beds Options sitting on table
Reviews

After 2 Weeks of Hands-On Testing, Here Are Our Best Weed Killers for Flower Beds

Flowers and ornamentals grow better in a weed-free environment. Find out how to rid a garden of weeds in an environmentally safe manner.

Side by Side of Yellow Fiberglass Front Door and Beige Steel Front Door
Curb Appeal

Fiberglass vs. Steel Door: Which is Better for Your Home’s Entry?

Which entry doors offer the best energy efficiency, security, and return on investment? Learn whether a fiberglass or steel front door is a better choice for your home.

Woman sitting on her kitchen floor, painting her brown lower kitchen cabinets blue.
Painting & Finishing

Should I Paint My Kitchen Cabinets? Consider These 5 Things First

Painting cabinets isn't a beginner's task. Are you up for the job—and are your cabinets worth salvaging?

The Best Kitchen Appliances Options
Appliances & Cookware

The Best Kitchen Appliance Brands of 2025

Fully upgrade the kitchen or pick and choose which appliances need to be replaced with this list of top kitchen appliance brands.

A country style kitchen with an island with butcher block countertops and a breakfast bar with granite countertops.
Kitchen & Dining

The Best Countertop Materials for Every Type of Kitchen

Visual appeal is understandably a big part of choosing a kitchen worktop, but how will the material perform? Here are the key facts to know before your next kitchen remodel.

The Best Kitchen Sink Brands
Kitchen Design

The 11 Best Kitchen Sink Brands of 2025

To find the sink that works in your specific kitchen, start by considering which brand is right for you.

How to Paint Formica Countertops and Cabinets
Painting & Finishing

How to Paint Formica Countertops and Cabinets

Over your outdated laminate? Learn how to refresh your kitchen and bathroom surfaces in a weekend—and on a budget.

Birds eye view of a gardener using plastic bottles as cloches over seedlings in a gardening bed.
Gardening

20 Dirt-Cheap Ways to Maintain Your Garden This Season

Discover clever (and mostly free) ways to start seeds, irrigate, and control pests in the garden—without buying more stuff.

Woman's gloved hands touching herbs in her potted herb garden.
Lawn Care

8 Herbs You Never Thought to Grow But Definitely Should

These unique and often unknown herbs offer culinary, medicinal, pest resistance, and cleaning benefits.

An empty above-ground poo in a backyard.
Pools & Water Features

Tips for Above-Ground Pool Maintenance

Keep your above-ground pool clean and in top shape to extend its lifespan, avoid costly repairs, and enjoy a summer full of fun.

A family gets ready to leave their home for vacation.
Lawn & Garden

How to Keep Your Lawn and Garden Happy While You Are on Vacation

Come home to a healthy lawn and garden by planning ahead and preparing plants for your absence.

Person uses needle-nose pliers to remove faucet cartridge from kitchen faucet.
Plumbing

How to Fix a Leaky Faucet

Repairing a leaky faucet is a straightforward process that can prolong the life of the fixture—and save you big money on your water bill.

iStock-1335234186 alternatives to craigslist woman looking at facebook meta on her phone
Safety & Security

PSA: New Facebook Marketplace “Upgrade Scam” Defrauds Sellers of Hundreds of Dollars

Plus, in today's news digest: the best date for putting a house on the market, a TikTok bathroom reveal gone viral, and more.