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A person using a chainsaw in action on a large log.
DIY

How to Use a Chainsaw

This tool is famously fast and forceful, but extreme power requires extreme care. Stick to these safety guidelines, and follow our smart chainsaw usage tips to stay injury-free.

A person is shown spraying a Sunday lawn care product on their lush, green lawn.
Reviews

I Used Sunday Lawn Care for Just 2 Months—Now My Lawn Is Unrecognizable

Sunday Lawn Care offers a subscription box with supposedly everything you need for a healthy lawn, delivered right to your door. But does it actually work?

Woman's finger touching grout line between beige tiles; grout haze evident on tiles.
DIY

How Long Does Grout Take to Dry?

Don’t ruin your next tiling project. Learn how long different types of grout take to dry and how humidity can impact curing times.

Grill on the garden, close-up.
Lawn & Garden

How to Start a Charcoal Grill

Love the incomparable flavor of charcoal-grilled fare, but your grill-lighting skills are subpar? Try one of these two surefire ways to get the grill going.

A woman uses a computer while sitting in her home that is mid-renovation.
DIY

I Tried New AI Project Planning Tools From The Home Depot and Lowe’s—Here’s What Happened

Before you start relying on AI home improvement assistants to guide you through your projects, read this.

Red tomatoes growing in a garden.
Lawn & Garden

15 Companion Plants for Tomatoes—and 5 to Avoid—for Your Best Crop Yet

These tomato companion plants can help prevent tomato pests and diseases, and even improve the soil.

The Best Paint Sprayers Option
Reviews

Paint More in Less Time With This Handy Tool

Speeding through your next painting project starts with choosing a paint sprayer with the right pump, tip, and features for your needs.

A basket of colorful vegetables sitting next to bright yellow flowers outside in a garden
Lawn & Garden

These Flowers Deserve a Spot in Your Vegetable Garden (Yes, Really)

Deter pests, attract pollinators, and improve soil health by planting these gorgeous annual blooms this season.

Woodland Tools pruning saws close-up
Reviews

I’m a Master Gardener and These Pruning Tools Are the Best I’ve Used

If you need a durable hand saw with an aggressive blade and a comfortable grip, both of these saws make the cut.

The best whole house fan option installed in an attic
Reviews

Beat the Summer Heat With One of Our Favorite Whole-House Fans

AC isn’t the only way to beat the heat. Bring in fresh, cool outside air with the best whole-house fan.

Craftsman tools on gray background
Reviews

Ace Hardware is Slashing Prices on Craftsman Tools

Looking for quality tools on a budget? These five Craftsman picks are genuinely useful, and each one is under $15 during Ace Hardware’s April Sale.

Dewalt 10-inch table saw before assembly
Reviews

Our Favorite DeWalt Table Saw is DIY-Friendly With Ample Power

DeWalt table saws have long been a favorite with both DIY and professional users. We take a detailed look at the current lineup.

All three saws
Reviews

The Best Husqvarna Chainsaws

Maintain the trees on your property with a chainsaw from one of the most well-respected brands in the business.

Woman standing in a kitchen controlling her smart home using an automated system
Interior

Do You Really Need a Smart Faucet? 3 Opportunities to Embrace High-Tech in the Kitchen

Upgrade your kitchen with these expert-recommended smart kitchen features.

The best lawn edger options grouped together in a wooded setting
Reviews

7 Lawn Edgers That Deliver Crisp Landscape Lines Without Unnecessary Effort

Whether gas, electric, or manual, a well-designed edge trimmer can help keep your yard looking its best without wearing you out. We tested various models to find the best.

Ego Free Battery Deal at Ace Hardware Spring 2025
Reviews

Ace Hardware Is Giving Away Ego Power Tools—Get Yours Today

From bonus batteries to big discounts, these spring Ego 56V mower, blower, trimmer, and pressure washer deals at Ace are the best deals I’ve seen all season.

White brick house with red shutters and foundation plants in the front yard
Lawn & Garden

7 Plants That Look Great Around the Foundation—and 3 Never to Grow There

Follow these expert tips on what to plant close to your house.

The Best Cordless Grass Shears Options all laid out in a group on cement
Reviews

We Spent Weeks Testing 11 Cordless Grass Shears—See Which 7 Are Worth Buying

Skip the hassle of tangled cords and the strain of manual tools by using cordless grass shears to keep your grass, shrubs, and hedges neatly trimmed.

The Home Depot Free Milwaukee Tools: The Home Depot Spring Black Friday Sale
Reviews

Last Chance to Claim a Free Milwaukee Tool at The Home Depot

I scoured The Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday Sale, so you don’t have to–here are the BOGO deals I’m shopping.

The Home Depot Spring Black Friday Sale Outdoor Power Tools
Reviews

Score Deep Discounts on Outdoor Power Tools During The Home Depot Spring Black Friday

From mowers and blowers to trimmers and pressure washers, The Home Depot Spring Black Friday deals are the best I’ve seen this season.