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How Much Does a Steam Shower Cost
Interior

Steam showers produce steam in a sealed enclosure for a relaxing, soothing effect. Steam shower cost ranges from $2,650 to $6,050, or $4,325 on average.

Open bag of mulch next to flowers
Interior

Will termites bug you more if you have mulch around your house or can the right type cause them to bug off?

The underside of a ducted range hood mounted to a kitchen wall
Kitchen & Dining

Choosing the right range hood depends on personal preference and considerations like space constraints, cooking frequency, noise level, and budget.

painted green planter box hanging from white picket fence with bright colored flowers
DIY

Choose from these easy plans to construct your own decorative planter box to fill with colorful flowers, stunning vines, or scrumptious herbs to dress up your home, patio, porch, or yard.

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Moving

Moving can be time-consuming, stressful, and exhausting—handing the reins over to a reputable moving company might just save the day. The cost to hire a moving company is between $911 and $2,514, or an average of $1,710.

A person moving the Harbor Freight Fortress air compressor by using its wheels and handle
Reviews

I tested the 10-gallon 175-psi model from Harbor Freight, and to my surprise and delight, it proved much quieter than any air compressor I’ve used in the past.

Bostitch finish nailer with case
Reviews

It’s lightweight and accurate, and helped me cut my project time by 80 percent.

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Exterior

Some projects can help defend your home against climate change while fetching a premium at resale.

A person using the Ryobi pressure washer 2000 PSI to clean a concrete patio
Reviews

I tested Ryobi's 2000-psi pressure washer on my own cars and concrete. Find out how it performed in my hands-on tests.

Red chigger bug crawling between grass
Garden Pests

Chigger bites can itch for days. Learn how to rid your property of the arachnids, and prevent them from returning.

Best Renter-Friendly Decor Ideas
Interior

Discover renter-friendly tips and tricks to refresh your space without breaking the bank.

Pink oleander flowers blooming
Lawn & Garden

They may be pretty, but some plants are thugs disguised in attractive foliage or tempting flowers that can sabotage your garden, the environment, and even your health.

Curious deers grazing in yard
Lawn & Garden

Looking for plants that repel deer, or flowers that deer won’t eat? If your yard has become a buffet for Bambi and family, these deer-resistant plants will encourage them to forage elsewhere.

Small Bulldozer Removing Grass From Yard
Lawn & Garden

With the help of an incentive program, I replaced my turfgrass lawn with xeriscaping to help the environment.

Woman looking at temperature meter on cellphone
Interior

Don't have air conditioning, or just don't want to turn it on? Learn our best tips for staying cool this summer.

An evening photo of the Tiki BiteFighter LED String Lights illuminating a screened-in porch
Reviews

Plug-in LED string lights with built-in bug repellant seem like a great idea, but is it?

Moen Arbor kitchen faucet in spot-resistant stainless steel finish
Reviews

In addition to its quick and easy installation, my new faucet has given me a lot to like.

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Lawn & Garden

You don’t need a green thumb—or even a “greens” thumb—to grow kale for both its beauty and its bountiful nutrients.

Bamboozle Compost Bin
Lawn, Garden & Pool

This biodegradable indoor composter has a practical, wide square shape and includes an odor-control carbon filter for discreet and attractive indoor composting.

young woman wearing blue apron painting a tall cabinet with a roller
Furniture & Design

Painting furniture can transform the look of a space and breathe new life into old pieces, but there are some tricks to getting it right.