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Making smart choices about hardscaping—and placement of things like swing sets and woodpiles—can really cut down on the tick population in your yard.

Buy a battery kit and choose two free pro-grade DeWalt tools from a lineup that includes XR saws, drills, routers, grinders, and more.

Whether you prefer a gas, electric, or reel, one of these tested turf-maintenance tools will be perfect for keeping your lawn tidy and well manicured.

A smokeless fire pit adds a campfire feel to your outdoor living space without the smoke and ash.

Protect your chlorine from UV rays and keep your pool water crystal clear with one of these effective pool stabilizers.

Get creative with your gift for the tool-loving dad in your life this Father’s Day.

Ask yourself these questions before committing to taking care of a house with an existing deck.

A solid stain can give a wooden deck new life by protecting it from water, UV rays, and mildew, ultimately extending its lifespan.

Plant these trees if you’re looking to enjoy the fruit without all the labor.

Transform your yard into the ultimate destination for summer hosting and daily relaxation with additions that bring comfort as well as style.

Does your garden wither and wilt as the mercury climbs? Give your landscape every chance of success with these plants that withstand scorching temperatures.

Removing grass from large areas of lawn goes more quickly with a sod cutter.

Early Prime Day discounts are already live on drills, impact drivers, miter saws, routers, sanders, nailers, shop vacs, and other workshop favorites from DEWALT, Bosch, Milwaukee, SKIL, Metabo HPT, and more.

Add this quick chore to your schedule to prevent a foul-smelling plumbing disaster in your kitchen.

Well-made outdoor cushions crafted from high-quality materials offer comfort in attractive, durable packages.

It saves me time, space, and frustration.

After yet another year of extensive testing, we’ve narrowed down hundreds of products to just over 2 dozen that are absolutely worth buying.

The road to a lush, green lawn is fraught with obstacles like bare spots and brown grass. We’ve broken down all the possible causes of bare spots in a lawn—and what can be done to repair those unsightly patches.

Save on Bosch laser levels, batteries, rotary hammers, drill kits, sanders, and Dremel’s Blueprint multi drill before Father’s Day.

HVLP and airless paint sprayers are designed to lay down quick, even coats for a consistent finish—but not all models are created equal.