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Young black/brown bear standing by tree in the back yard., looking into the window.
Lawn & Garden

A Bear Strolls Into Your Backyard—Now What?

Are you “bearanoid”? You should be—especially as increasing numbers of bears, tempted by a backyard BBQ or a compost pile full of fruit, are becoming emboldened enough to invite themselves onto your property.

concrete is loaded into a cart from a 200 liter orange electric concrete mixer, photo taken on a sunny summer day outdoors
DIY

10 Brilliant Alternative Uses for a Concrete Mixer

Mixing concrete might be an afterthought when you see these great mixing ideas.

A bird flying away from the best birdhouses option
Reviews

The Best Birdhouses You Can Get

Attract feathered friends and provide a safe and charming home for a range of bird species with the best birdhouses.

The DeWalt 10-inch table saw sitting on its stand in a yard while surrounded by several pieces of wood, some of which have been cut and some of which have not been cut
Reviews

Precision Meets Portability: An In-Depth Review of the DeWalt 10-Inch Table Saw

I put DeWalt’s popular 10-inch table saw to the test—find out what I liked and what changes I would make.

The Husqvarna XCite 350 zero turn riding mower sitting on a green lawn
Reviews

Can the Husqvarna Zero-Turn Mower Cut a Bumpy Lawn at Top Speed?

I’m not sure if it’s top-end consumer-grade or an entry-level professional mower. Whatever the Xcite Z350 is, I like it.

Person harvesting peanuts from garden
Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Peanuts

When contemplating how to grow peanuts, keep in mind that the peanut growing season requires at least 4 months of summer-like temperatures.

A person using the best heat gun option to melt colorful wax for an art project
Reviews

The Best Heat Guns

From removing stubborn stuck-on labels to applying vehicle decals to bending plastic pipes, a heat gun is a very handy tool to have around.

Exposed Wood Wall with Doorway Sealed Off for Asbestos Abatement
Interior

14 Places Asbestos May Still Be Lurking in Your Home

If your home was built before 1980, it could still be harboring asbestos. Before you embark on repairs or remodeling, learn where you you are most likely to find asbestos, and how to keep it from endangering your family.

Close view of clusters of elderberries growing on an elderberry bush
Gardening

How to Grow Elderberry

Can elderberry really protect you from illness by increasing your immunity, or is it more likely to make you sick instead?

KOHLER 26kW Home Generator Plum
Exterior

5 Unexpected Benefits of a Standby Generator

Having power on standby ensures you can use essential appliances, tools, and devices during an outage. There are many benefits of a standby generator, and here are some perks that make owning one worth it.

The best Roman shades option installed in a living room and partially closed to block a sunny day
Furniture & Decor

The Best Roman Shades

The best Roman shades can increase privacy and filter or block out light, all while restyling a living space.

The Best Place to Hang Bird Feeders
Lawn & Garden

The Best Place to Hang Bird Feeders for Safety and Optimal Viewing

Do you love watching birds from your window or deck? Learning how and where to hang feeders will bring plenty of feathered friends to your yard this season.

covered deck ideas
Exterior

24 Covered Deck Ideas for a Shaded Backyard Seating Area

Give your backyard a makeover and convert it into a relaxing retreat with one of these deck covering ideas.

A person making a bed with the best bed sheets option
Mattresses & Bedding

The Best Bed Sheets You Can Get

Hit the sack with buttery soft bedding. Cozy sheets can make you look forward to bedtime for a wonderful night’s rest.

Cost to Install Kitchen Faucet
Interior

How Much Does It Cost to Install a Kitchen Faucet?

Installing a new kitchen faucet can make doing dishes more enjoyable. Nationally, the average cost to install a kitchen faucet is $260, but it can cost as little as $161 and go up to $364 or higher.

Board and Batten Siding Cost
Exterior

How Much Does Board and Batten Siding Cost?

Old, faded siding can leave a home looking drab. Installing new board and batten siding costs $4,000 to $14,000, including labor, or about $9,000 on average.

Frigidaire Refrigerator Review
Reviews

This Frigidaire Gallery Refrigerator Has Cool Features, but Is It Worth the Cost?

The Frigidaire Gallery refrigerator is a feature-packed refrigerator, but is it worth the price? We tested it to find out.

How to Paint a Room in 9 Steps
Painting & Finishing

How to Paint a Room in 9 Steps

With proper tools and surface preparation, your interior home painting project will look like it was done by a pro. Learn the right order in which you paint each surface, and what kind of gear you need to succeed.

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

Pothos Plant Care

Pothos plants are beloved for their trailing vines and low maintenance requirements, but they still need some care to thrive. Learn all about pothos plant care to keep this beauty happy.

A person with a suitcase entering a code on the best keypad door lock option
Tech & Electronics

The Best Keypad Door Locks

Secure your home without a key using these keypad entryway guardians. From smart locks to deadbolts, these are among the best keypad door locks on the market.