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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.

The Best Butane Torch Options
Tools & Materials

The Best Butane Torches

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

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.

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
Cleaning & Organizing

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
Lawn Care & Gardening

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.

basics beginner plant parents
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.

how to install a deadbolt
Skills & Techniques

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.

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

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.

Toro TimeCutter Review
Reviews

We Tested This Zero Turn Lawn Mower and It Is Commercial Quality and Worth the Money

I tested Toro’s zero-turn mower for a few weeks and this is what happened.

The Best One Coat Paint Options
Paint Needs

The Best One Coat Paints

Give your home a new, refreshed appearance with a thick application of vibrant one coat paint.

Best Exterior Paint for Stucco Options
Paint Needs

The Best Exterior Paints for Stucco

Update stucco walls with a quality exterior paint that won’t chip, fade, or peel in harsh weather.

The Best Dishwasher Rinse Aid Options
Cleaning Supplies

The Best Dishwasher Rinse Aids

Complement your dishwasher’s hard-working detergent with a rinse aid that will cut down on drying time and leave your dishes spot- and streak-free.

peat moss vs coco coir
Lawn & Garden

Peat Moss vs. Coco Coir: What’s the Difference Between These Go-To Gardening Supplies?

When choosing a growing medium, are you pro-peat or hardcore coir? Both types of soilless mixes have their benefits and drawbacks.