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types of tomatoes - basket full of homegrown tomato varieties
Lawn & Garden

Tomatoes come in a wide range of sizes, colors, shapes, and flavors. Add a little variety to your garden and your meals with these different types of tomatoes.

demolition tools
DIY

Having these hard-working tools on hand will prove invaluable during your next DIY demolition project.

iStock-1452749911 thorny plants Beautiful front yard garden with no grass
Lawn & Garden

Can thorns really thwart thieves? Or is it just wishful thinking by gardeners who want a good excuse to plant more rose bushes?

The Best Cookware Brands Options
Appliances & Cookware

The best cookware brands offer innovative materials, sleek designs, and exciting colors that bring new life to your cooking adventures.

when is tick season
Lawn & Garden

Most Americans are already on high alert for ticks during the summer months. Here's why we should start protecting ourselves year round.

Removed carpet rolls in a pile
DIY

Carpet doesn’t last forever, and there are numerous ways to get rid of it when the time comes—as well as ways to breathe new life into old carpet and minimize environmental impacts.

15 Tools Every First-Time Homeowner Needs
DIY

Congratulations, you’re a new homeowner! You’ll want these tools on hand to get started on all those projects you want to tackle.

Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Carpet Installation Cost - Cost Range +
Flooring

The typical range for carpet installation cost runs from $785 to $2,805, with the national average at $1,772.

Types of Roofing Materials
Roofing

With the variety of roofing materials available, it can be difficult to know what's best for your home. Use this guide to discover which is right for you, and to get a few tips on how to maintain your roof for long-lasting success.

Bamboo Flooring
Flooring

Upgrading your existing flooring or finishing new space? Consider one of the following five eco-friendly floor options.

Concrete Cleaning and Sealing Services Costs
Exterior

Concrete cleaning and sealing services cost an average of $1,500 nationally, falling within a typical range of $1,250 to $1,750.

How To Wallpaper A Bedroom
Paints & Finishes

DIY wallpapering isn't for the faint of heart, but with careful planning, you can set yourself up for success—and an eye-catching reward.

free boxes - cardboard boxes
Repurposing

Save a pretty penny on cardboard boxes. Here are the most reliable places to acquire these moving musts in your local area, usually for free.

How to Plant Daffodils - Front Yard
Gardening

Planting daffodils is a rite of spring for many. Learn how to ensure that your flowers thrive, multiply, and come back year after year.

How to Clean a Window Air Conditioner
Cooling

Help your hard-working air conditioner keep you cool this season and the next when you give your unit a much-needed scrub down.

DIY Broken Tile Mosaic
Easy DIY Projects

Use these tips and techniques to top off a table, counter, or other surface with a DIY tile mosaic.

How to Use a Saw the Right Way
Workshop

Using a power saw safely and effectively depends on preparation, care, focus and follow-through. Read on to learn the basic principles of operating electric cutting tools like a pro.

how to replace a toilet fill valve - homeowner using wrench to fix toilet
DIY

Learn how to handle this straightforward home repair task by following these detailed steps.

coconut oil uses jar of coconut oil with coconut halves and coconut pieces decorative display
DIY

There’s plenty of hype about the health benefits of coconut oil, but it’s also a wonder helper around the home. Need to season cast iron, or stop some squeaky hinges? Look no further.

most dangerous power tools - arms using power tool to cut brick
DIY

When used incorrectly, power tools can injure, maim, and even kill. Save yourself a trip to the emergency room by learning which tools are most likely to do you harm, and how to protect yourself while operating them.