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Dolphin Premier Robotic Pool Cleaner sitting outside the corner of a pool
Reviews

The definition of “set it and forget it,” the Dolphin Premier Robotic Pool Cleaner targets debris automatically so you don’t even have to think about it.

The best grass seed for shade option creating a beautiful green grass lawn in the shade
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Most lawn grass needs abundant sunlight to thrive, but a few types of turf can grow in areas with light-to-dense shade.

Brightech solar string lights lit up at night on outdoor deck
Reviews

bright colored t-shirts hanging in rows on clotheslines with colorful clothes pins
DIY

Ditching your clothes dryer and air drying garments and bedding can save you a bundle in energy costs—your fabrics will last longer, too!

The Best Pool Pump Option set up next to the corner of a building
Reviews

Keep your pool water crystal clear with a quality pump that suits your pool size and helps you save energy.

The Best Toto Toilet Option in a bright and minimalist bathroom
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

Replace your old and noisy toilet with a luxurious Toto toilet.

Tiny White Bugs
Pests

Tiny white bugs can become a big problem if left unidentified or untreated. These tips will help determine what you’re dealing with, how to get rid of them, and how to prevent them from returning.

flooded residential street with stop sign
Exterior

Flash floods are serious threats to people and property. Follow these steps to ensure your family is prepared for the worst, and able to recover quickly when it’s over.

Brooklinen Luxe Sateen Sheets Review
Reviews

Brooklinen’s Luxe Sateen sheet set tops the brand’s charts, and I gave them a try to see if they’re worth all the fuss.

The Best Smokeless Indoor Grill Options all laid out next to each other on a wooden countertop
Grills

Take your passion for grilling indoors with one of these top smokeless grills.

person's hand pulling the start on a portable generator
Exterior

Worried about extreme weather, or how you'll pump your well water if you lose power? A generator could save your household from destruction, or even save a life.

The Best Online Fabric Stores Options
Reviews

From prints to solids and vintage to designer, the best online fabric stores make finding and buying fabric easier than ever.

The Best Online Gardening Classes Options
Reviews

Students can get an expert dose of horticultural knowledge without leaving home by taking one of the best online gardening classes.

Bright yellow rubber hose wrapped around a mounted hose reel
Reviews

Tired of wrestling with an unruly, twisted garden hose? I installed and tested the Liberty Garden 712 hose reel—find out what I liked and didn’t like.

Ask the Team: how to get rid of voles
Garden Pests

Learning how to get rid of voles can help you say “Vamoose!” to these underground varmints before they wreak havoc on your landscape.

Owners Looking Away While Sitting On Floor In empty room of New Home
Interior

A guest room that sits vacant most of the time is ripe for repurposing. Transform your underused square footage with these clever spare bedroom ideas.

Cost to Replace a Kitchen Sink
Interior

It’s nearly impossible to cook or entertain in a kitchen without a proper sink. The average cost to replace kitchen sinks that no longer function is $429, or between $216 and $642.

Drought-Stressed Lawn
Lawn & Garden

Hotter months often mean bad news for lush, green lawns. From watering to fertilizing and aerating, the following techniques can help prevent and revive a drought-stressed lawn.

Why Is My Grass Turning Yellow
Lawn & Garden

Many dream of a lush, green lawn year-round, but that’s not always the case. Homeowners asking “Why is my grass turning yellow?” may find the answer surprising.

Termite Droppings but No Termites
Interior

Seeing termite droppings but no termites? Even if you don’t see the insects, spotting frass could indicate that you have a serious termite infestation on your hands.