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best wood for raised garden beds
Lawn & Garden

The Best Wood for Raised Garden Beds

Find out which type of wood is best for your garden and what wood to avoid.

storm protection
Real Estate

Home Features That Protect Against Climate Change Are Key Selling Points for Today’s Buyers, According to Zillow

New data suggests that adding these features can make your home more appealing to potential buyers, increase its value, and help it sell more quickly.

The Best Butane Torch Options
Reviews

The Best Butane Torches

Solder those plumbing joints and take your gourmet cooking to the next level with one of these powerful tools.

The Best Padlock Option
Reviews

The Best Padlocks for Home Security

Choosing the best padlock for your needs and budget starts with understanding the options and which features are most important. Keep reading for our top tips and recommendations.

tree removal wood uses
Lawn & Garden

Taking Down a Tree in Your Yard? Here Are 12 Things You Can Do With the Wood

There's no reason to pay a tree service to haul away a felled tree. Instead, put the wood to good use around your property—and maybe make a little money in the process.

lawn care
Lawn & Garden

Your Most Frequently Asked Spring Lawn Care Questions, Answered

Find answers to common questions about aerating, fertilizing, watering, and more to keep your lawn green, lush, and healthy this spring.

how to dry flowers
Lawn & Garden

How to Dry Flowers: 5 Easy DIY Methods

Add long-lasting floral beauty to your home by learning to dry flowers. Any of these five easy methods will work wonders.

Hummingbird Facts
Lawn & Garden

12 Heroic Facts About Hummingbirds That’ll Make You Want to See More in Your Backyard

Learn about these amazing, tiny birds—how fast they can fly, what foods they like, how big they can be, and more.

Best Paints for Wood Crafts
Reviews

The Best Paints for Wood Crafts

Discover the different paints available that can turn your wood crafts or any wood surface into a work of art.

The Best Clotheslines Options
Reviews

The Best Clotheslines

The best clotheslines dry clothes without electricity and make them smell delightfully fresh.

how to remove super glue
DIY

How to Remove Super Glue From Skin, Fabric and Other Surfaces

Super glue works wonders for many projects, but spilling or applying it by mistake is a sticky mess. Here are the tricks for dissolving it from commonly spilled-upon surfaces.

8 Planting Mistakes
Lawn & Garden

8 Planting Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Garden Before it Even Gets Going

If you’re plotting a garden this spring, don’t let these planting errors ruin your happy ending.

types of grass
DIY

How to Choose the Right Type of Grass for Your Lawn

However much you may love the feel of Bermuda grass between your toes, it may not be the best choice for your property. Here's what to think about when selecting grass seed.

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Lawn & Garden

15 Essentials for Beginner Plant Parents: What Every New Plant Owner Needs

Keep your new plants alive and thriving with these must-have tools and products.

The Best Milwaukee Drills Options
Reviews

The Best Milwaukee Drills

Milwaukee has a long-standing reputation for pro-quality drills, and the range of models is huge. We took a close look at the best of those currently available.

how to install a deadbolt
DIY

How to Install a Deadbolt Lock

The easiest and cheapest way to improve your home's security is to install a deadbolt. With the right tools, even a novice DIYer can get the job done with relative ease. Here's how.

Best Pliers Knipex Tools
Reviews

The Best Pliers

The best pliers feature the leverage and durability to get the job done for years to come.

Why (and How) You Should Plant a Victory Garden This Season
Lawn & Garden

Why Planting a Victory Garden This Year Is More Important Than Ever

The wartime solution to food insecurity still has a place in today’s inflation- and pandemic-wary world. However short you are on outdoor space, a victory garden is still within reach.

hoya plant care 101 - how to grow hoya plant indoors
Lawn & Garden

Follow This Guide to Hoya Plant Care to Achieve Elusive, Starry Blooms

If you want your wax plant to wax rather than wane, check out our hints to keep it fit and flowering. 

John Deere S130 Review
Reviews

Is the John Deere S130 Lawn Tractor Worth It?

I tested John Deere’s premium 100-series lawn tractor for two weeks during spring cleanup season. Here’s what I discovered.