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Get inspired by these gaming room ideas. Whether you're a casual enthusiast or a hardcore gamer, there's a gaming setup idea that's sure to speak to you.

Illuminate your property efficiently with one of these top outdoor light bulbs.  

Including your basement's square footage when calculating your home's size can help home sellers—and potentially stick a homeowner with a larger tax bill. Here's what to know about walkout basements, finished basements, and other below-grade spaces.

These machines offer the power and reliability to get tough landscaping jobs done—all day, every day—with ample comfort for the operator.

It’s helpful to know if fertilizer is too old or spoiled to be of any use. Thankfully, fertilizer shelf life extends longer than you might guess, but it depends on what type of fertilizer you have.

Red, blue, yellow, and even black, these plants and flowers will take color-blocking your garden beds to the next level. 

In the market for new insulation that creates a more comfortable and energy-efficient home? Use this guide to determine the type that's right for your space.

Before you start shopping for a new garage door, learn what you should be looking for and get a sense of the vast possibilities this popular home improvement offers.

Moving is exciting, but it can be overwhelming too. Before you pack up all your belongings into boxes, set aside these items so you have everything you need on hand the moment you arrive at your new home.

The Kratky method is a form of hydroponics that is adaptable for small home gardens or large-scale production. Here are a few things to know about this simple technique.

Measuring your stairs is a crucial step when installing carpet on your staircase. Learn how to measure stairs for carpet correctly.

Considering this out-of-sight yard drainage option could save your property (and your neighbor's) from erosion after every storm.

Refinishing kitchen cabinets is a terrific, cost-effective solution for homeowners who are tired of their cabinet color, or just need to give an old set of cabinets some pizzazz. Here’s how to tackle the project yourself.

Lush lawns begin with healthy soil. Soil testing is an important diagnostic tool to determine your soil’s health and needs.

Humidity can make painting bathrooms a challenge. The best paint for bathrooms keeps mold and mildew at bay, prevents peeling, and still looks beautiful.

Avoid the need to tear out an old brick fireplace by giving it a fresh look with a new coat of paint.

The best mini freezer will organize frozen foods without taking up too much room in a tight space.

Some simple fixes seem like good DIY ideas, but these mistakes can cause serious trouble and cost more than calling in a pro.

You can keep your landscape in bloom—or at least in bright colors—for the majority of the year by planting a variety of trees that flower during different seasons.

Looking to adopt a more sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyle while still getting your clothes and home fashions clean? Washing your clothes in cold instead of hot water can conserve energy, help the planet…and save you big bucks!