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Trex Decking Cost
Exterior

With composite decking, homeowners can enjoy a chic, low-maintenance outdoor living area. The national average price for a Trex deck is $4,800, though Trex decking costs can range from $1,600 to $9,600, depending on various factors.

Ryobi Cordless Sander Review
Reviews

I tested the Ryobi Corner Cat detail sander in my woodworking shop. Find out what I loved—and what I didn't like so much.

Solo Stove Bonfire Pi Review
Reviews

I made pizza in Solo Stove’s fire pit pizza oven, and this is how it went.

DeWalt Cordless Hammer Drill Review
Reviews

We tested the DeWalt cordless hammer drill by drilling in concrete and other masonry materials. Find out how it fared.

How to Tile a Bathroom Wall
Bathrooms

With the proper tools and enough patience, it's within the range of virtually any homeowner to tile a bathroom wall successfully.

AC Recharge Cost
Interior

Recharging an AC system ensures it’s running at peak performance. A home AC recharge costs between $200 and $500, with a national average price of $300.

how to till a garden with a power tiller
Lawn & Garden

Get the dirt on how to make the ground in your garden ready to plant.

morning glory plant care 101 - how to grow morning glories
Lawn & Garden

Even the most amateur gardeners can cover themselves—or at least their trellises—in glory by growing showy morning glories.

flowers that attract bees - bee on blue hyacinth bloom
Lawn & Garden

Enticing bees to your garden helps your flowers and vegetables grow, and keeps the populations of these important pollinators robust.

Yost Bench Vise Review
Reviews

I tested the Yost Woodworking Vise in my home workshop. Find out how it fared.

Klein Tools Vented Hard Hat Review
Reviews

This streamlined full-brim hard hat has a simple 4-point design and unique brow pad material. Find out how it fared in my hands-on—and head-on!—tests.

Stanley Tool Set Review
Reviews

This well-balanced tool set can tackle a variety of odd jobs.

spray foam insulation cost vs fiberglass
Interior

When weighing the pros and cons of spray foam insulation cost vs. fiberglass, this guide can help you make the selection that works best for your home.

Does Bleach Kill Bed Bugs
Pests

If there’s a bed bug problem in your home, you might wonder if bleach kills bed bugs.

Mosquitoes Are the Worst in These Parts of the Country
People & Places

With the exception of Iceland and Antarctica, almost every place on earth has some sort of mosquito problem. While the pesky insects can be found throughout the United States, these are the U.S. cities with the most rampant mosquito populations.

what does a gas leak smell like womans hand turning knob on stove
Interior

Learn how to detect the smell of natural gas and what to do in case of a gas leak.

The Best Hand Tools
Hand Tools

Power tools are front and center for many DIYers, but no workshop is truly complete without a basic hand tool collection. Check out the ones that scored big with us.

moon garden - flowers blooming in moonlight
Lawn & Garden

Plant an enchanting moon garden and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors long after the sun goes down. 

How To Move a Piano
Skills & Techniques

If you want to know how to move a piano, consider the following steps for a swift and stress-free process.

Fertilizer for New Grass
Lawn & Garden

Planting new grass? Choosing the right fertilizer is key to growing a green, lush, and healthy lawn.