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Banish odors, create an optimal sleeping environment, and maximize the lifespan of your memory foam mattress with a regular cleaning and maintenance routine.

Are butcher block countertops durable? Are they expensive? Here are some good reasons to consider butcher block for your kitchen, and a few downsides that may make you think twice.

Include nature in your holidays by decorating with live Christmas plants. Fresh and fragrant flowers and foliage offer a welcoming natural element and picturesque focal point to your holiday design.

A high-quality pocket knife can prepare you for a variety of situations at home or outdoors.

Trying to get a blaze going in your fireplace? Crumpled newspaper won't cut it. Instead, use materials that are otherwise destined for the dust bin to make a DIY fire starter.

Detailed instructions, informative videos, and thorough material lists help guide new and experienced woodworkers through some of the best online woodworking classes.

Slow cookers aren’t just for cooking! There are so many clever ways to use these appliances for crafting and cleaning that you may decide you need more than one.

Whether you’re shopping for a beginner or an expert crafter, there’s a craft kit for everyone.

Plants, gadgets, smart mugs—they all have one thing in common. They’re just some of the great home office gifts on our list to help you shop for anyone who spends a lot of time in their home office.

When you need to cut a metal bar or a rod, a tried-and-true hacksaw gets the job done.

Banish grease and grime from kitchen cabinet surfaces with the right materials and techniques.

When your plants look as if they have been powdering their faces—or, rather, the faces of their leaves—you might have a mildew problem.

Learn more about the average cost of operating a space heater, along with some ways to increase efficiency and save money while keeping your home warm and cozy.

Learn what it means for a house to settle normally and how to figure out if there is a bigger problem with the foundation.

You’ve got several options for getting rid of that old sofa, and most of them don't involve a landfill.

From fire pits to folding wagons, we tested everything you need to take outdoor living to the next level.

We've tested hundreds of tools so you can find the right tool for any project, no matter how big or small.

As winter flurries fall, there are a number of great activities to be had in the snow. Chief among them—creating an incredible snowman in your yard!

Dig the big shovel out of the garage and rev up the snow blower, because snow is on the way. These tricks and hacks for how to shovel snow will help you conquer the white stuff.

Does adding aspirin really help keep a Christmas tree hydrated? Should you remove the bark from the base of the tree? Find out the truth about Christmas tree care.