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The Best Honda Lawn Mowers Options
Reviews

The Best Honda Lawn Mowers

Honda manufactures a full line of lawn mowers. Which model is best suited to your grass-cutting needs?

types of hummingbirds
Lawn & Garden

23 Types of Hummingbirds All Backyard Birdwatchers Should Know

Learn the unique characteristics of 23 enchanting hummingbird species, so you can identify them when they visit your flowers and feeders.

The 12 Best Places to Buy Sustainable Furniture
Reviews

The 12 Best Places to Buy Sustainable Furniture

Shop sustainable furniture pieces that look good and are better for the environment.

hibiscus plant care 101 - how to grow hibiscus
Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Hibiscus

What plant can produce flowers the size of dinner plates but actually is easy to grow? Hibiscus has it all and is willing to share!

sorting laundry
Interior

The Great Debate: Is Sorting Laundry Really Necessary? 

Is it really a big deal to wash light and dark clothing together, or towels with clothing? Here are a few good reasons why sorting laundry still makes sense.

should i paint my house before selling
Real Estate

Solved! Should I Paint My House Before Selling It?

Are you wondering, “Should I paint my house before selling?” The answer depends on the shape that your interior and exterior walls are in. Consider these tips to determine what to do before selling your house.

bob vilas most valuable projects of 2022 bathroom remodel
DIY

Here’s How to Get the Best Bang for Your Buck With a Bathroom Remodel

Ensure a high return on investment by making the right choices when planning your bathroom remodel. 

All You Need to Know About Working with Landscape Fabric
Gardening

15 Things to Know Before Laying Landscape Fabric in Your Yard

If you’re tired of weeding by hand and looking for a physical barrier to keep those garden invaders at bay, learn how landscape fabric can work for you.

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

This Guide to Bromeliad Care Covers Epiphytic and Terrestrial Varieties

What showy houseplants provide their own cups and obligingly drink from them? Such unusual specimens don’t just grow on trees! 

what does baking soda do for a pool
Exterior

3 Ways Baking Soda Can Help Maintain Your Swimming Pool

Baking soda offers uses far beyond the kitchen. Add it to your swimming pool to improve water clarity, decrease algae buildup, reduce corrosion, and more.

The Best Entryway Rugs Options
Reviews

The Best Entryway Rugs

Make a welcoming first impression with a beautiful and resilient entryway rug.

Best Egg Grill Smoker
Grills

The Best Smokers

Nothing says “weekend” or “casual party” like the delectable aroma of smoked meat wafting from your backyard. There’s no more relaxing way to spend the day outside than low-and-slow cooking on one of these top-rated smokers for outdoor cooking.

megadrought
Real Estate

Throngs of Home Buyers Have Relocated to Drought-Stricken Regions—What That Means for the Water Crisis

As more people live where water is in high demand, they could potentially face water restrictions, higher prices, and other inconveniences.

how to dispose of a fire extinguisher
DIY

How to Properly Dispose of a Fire Extinguisher

Find out what you should do with an expired or damaged fire extinguisher.

Garage Door Not Opening? Try These Troubleshooting Tips
Garages

Solved! What to Do When Your Garage Door Won’t Open

Is your car stuck in the garage because the door won't budge? Follow this troubleshooting guide to find the problem and fix it fast.

how to attract fireflies
Lawn & Garden

7 Brilliant Ways to Attract Fireflies to Your Yard

These simple tips can help make your yard a lightning bug-friendly zone.

corner garden ideas
Lawn & Garden

29 Corner Garden Ideas to Fill Out Every Nook and Cranny of Your Yard

Make the most of your yard space with these corner landscaping ideas.

bob vilas mvp 2022 curb appeal
Exterior

It Pays to Make These 5 Curb Appeal Updates

Whether you’re getting ready to sell now or in the future, these upgrades to your home’s exterior can give you the greatest return on your investment.

Best Glue for Glass Options
Tools & Materials

The Best Glues for Glass

Broken glass doesn’t have to ruin the day. Whether it’s a windshield, a favorite knickknack, or a smartphone screen, glue can repair most broken glass.

mass timber
Design

Here’s Why Mass Timber Could Be a Game Changer for the Building Industry

Learn more about the promising innovation of mass timber, and how it might help our environment.