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You can finally get your hands on one of the biggest Halloween decorations (literally) of the decade.

Planting trees helps battle climate change and improves your local environment, but be sure you’re planting the right ones in the right ways.

Do you know your hammers have eyes and cheeks? Can you tell a scutch from a straight peen? Understanding different hammer types will help you choose the right tool for the job.

A vaulted ceiling brings an air of grandeur to any home’s interior. But how expensive is it? The average cost to vault a ceiling is $19,900, though the final cost can range from $4,800 to $38,000.

Optimize neglected space in your home with an attic ladder for easy loft access.

Deck skirting allows you to conceal the area beneath your deck while also enhancing its visual appeal.

Learn key characteristics of some common beetles found in the United States to understand whether they are friends or foes to your home and garden. 

Painting laminate cabinets can give your kitchen an entirely new look. Here’s what you need to know about surface preparation, paint selection, and more.

Eliminate static cling with these handy tips that help reduce the electrical charge on clothing.

Everything you need for a spring patio refresh.

Electronics don’t have to be an eyesore. Learn how to make your TV, gaming consoles, tablets, and other electronic devices blend with your home’s interior design.

When choosing real versus fake plants for home décor, you may be surprised to learn what really provides the health boost.

A summertime staple of years past, the neighborhood block party deserves a comeback. Find out how to hold a festive, safe celebration that will have neighbors raving for months to come.

Gardening is a rewarding pursuit, but one that makes physical demands of the gardener. Making subtle changes to plots and practices, however, can helps those with limited mobility enjoy homegrown veggies, savor the scent of fragrant flowers, and bond with Mother Nature. 

A concrete patio provides the perfect foundation for beautiful ceramic tile. Here’s how I transformed my outdoor space this summer. 

Whether you're swapping in a new light fixture or adding an outlet in the garage, you'll probably need to reconnect wires, connect a new wire to an old one, or extend a few wires. Learn how to perform this basic, essential electrical fix safely and efficiently.

Learn what home upgrades qualify for tax credits and rebates, how much you can expect to recover, and what steps to take to claim credits and rebates this year.

Does your kitchen feel more like an appliance store than a working space for a home chef? Try these tricks to eliminate the visual clutter of your appliances.

Consider how fires from climate change could impact your ability to get coverage for a new home before signing on the dotted line.

It's tempting to want to replicate the high-end renovations you see on TV, in magazines, and on social media in your own home. Beware—turning bland to glam comes with pitfalls.