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Storage & Organizing

The $25 Kitchen Cabinet Upgrade I Should Have Done Years Ago

With small appliances, serveware, utensils, dishes, and more to store, kitchens can get disorganized quickly. This small improvement helps combat the clutter.

A red door on a navy house with several shrubs varieties planted out front.
Lawn & Garden

The 18 Best Shrubs for the Front of the House

These attractive shrubs for the front yard can improve curb appeal, add privacy, and even attract pollinators.

Hults Bruk Spika Axe on log
Hand Tools

After Chopping Firewood and Kindling With It, I’m Hooked on This Hand-Forged, Swedish Axe

Mass-produced axes often leave something to be desired. The Hults Bruk Spika axe is perfect in almost every way. Crafted by experts blacksmiths, this axe is the one to have on hand for any wood-chopping.

Mini-split mounted on wall and a hand holding a remote adjusting temperature on mini-split unit
Interior

What Size Mini-Split Do I Need?

Mini-split units can help evenly heat and cool homes, especially in spaces like a garage or attic. Learn how to calculate the right capacity for your needs.

Mold grows in the section of a washing machine door where the seal meets the metal.
Appliances

What to Do About Mold in a Washing Machine

Leaving your washer door open—and these other good practices—can keep your washing machine mold-free.

Milwaukee power tools for under $100 at Home Depot during early Labor Day Sales
Deals

Score Milwaukee Power Tools for Under $100 at The Home Depot

Two of Milwaukee’s bestselling M18 cordless kits are under 50% off at The Home Depot. Each includes a battery, charger, and carry bag for $99.

A group of the best brush cutters on grass before testing.
Power Tools

We Researched 40 Models and Tested 9 To Find the Best Brush Cutters for Overgrown Land

Mow the ditches and clean up the back 40 with one of the tough, dependable machines we tested.

Liquid leaks from under a red car parked on a concrete drive.
Driveways & Walkways

Driveway Cleaning: How to Remove Common Stains

Is the approach to your home marred by oil stains, tire marks, or mildew? We'll help you clean it up.

The Best Drill Bits Options
Power Tools

The Best Drill Bits for Metal, Tested on Steel, Iron, and More

Drilling through metal requires a bit that can take the heat. These tested sets make clean, precise holes in a range of metals types.

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Outdoor Living

How to Drain a Hot Tub

How often should you drain a hot tub, and under what circumstances should you empty and refill it?

Ace Hardware is Slashing Prices on Milwaukee Tools Save $50 August Deals
Deals

Hurry, Ace Hardware is Slashing Prices on Milwaukee Tools

Save $50 on four Milwaukee outdoor power tools at Ace—while supplies last.

Woman uses a hammer and screwdriver to recess a drywall anchor into the wall.
Walls & Ceilings

How to Remove Drywall Anchors

Don’t get hung up on unwanted drywall anchors stuck in the wall. Take them out (or camouflage them) by using these easy methods.

Faceless woman pruning pink flowers from a shrub
Landscaping

Wait! Don’t Cut Back These Popular Landscaping Plants in the Fall

Avoid pruning these plants or you’ll be disappointed by the lack of blooms next season.

Liquid lawn fertilizers group on grid before use
Reviews

After a Month of Backyard Testing, We Found the Best Liquid Lawn Fertilizers for Healthy, Green Grass

Lush green lawns don't happen by accident—they're a product of careful tending and regular fertilizing. Find out which lawn fertilizer is the best choice for your turf.

Best oscillating fans group
Reviews

We Put 10 Oscillating Fans Through 7 Tests Over 2 Months to Find the Best Ones

Circulate air throughout spaces large and small with these moving fans.

Multiple pressure washer surface cleaners lined up on a concrete slab
Tools & Materials

Yes, Your Pressure Washer Needs a Surface Cleaner Attachment—These Are the Best, According to Our Tests

Those streaks on your walkway or driveway just won’t do. Say goodbye to the dirt and grime with one of our favorite pressure washer surface cleaners based on our hands-on testing.

How to Set a Light Timer
Home Security

5 Mistakes You’re Making When Setting a Light Timer Before Vacation

Understanding how to set a light timer can keep your home protected while you’re on vacation, but don’t fall victim to these common mistakes.

A painter primes the wooden slats of a natural wood fence.
Interior

8 Times You Should Never Skip Paint Primer

How important is it to prime before you paint? In these cases, this step can make or break the outcome of your painting project.

Best Toilet Paper For Septic Options
Plumbing Supplies

We Researched Dozens of Options to Find The Best Toilet Paper for Septic Tanks

The best toilet paper for septic tanks is comfortable to use and readily dissolvable to keep you and your septic system happy.

A group photo of tested mops
Reviews

After 10 Hours of Hands-On Testing, These Are Our Best Electric Mops of 2025

These electric mops make cleaning the floor quicker and more efficient, leading to a cleaner and more enjoyable home.