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7 Types of Saws Every DIYer Should Know
Tools

7 Types of Saws Every DIYer Should Get to Know

Familiarize yourself with these saws and their uses, and your next DIY project is sure to be a cut above the rest.

signs of overwatering plants
Lawn & Garden

7 Signs You’re Overwatering Your Plants—and How to Fix It

Do your houseplants or outdoor container plants look rough without a clear reason why? You might be giving them too much water.

The Best Construction Work Pants Options
Reviews

The Best Construction Work Pants

If you’re thinking those old jeans will hold up on the jobsite, you can forget it. These pants for construction will have you covered.

The Best Glues for Rubber Options
Reviews

The Best Glues for Rubber

Crafters and DIYers as well as those who make automotive and home repairs occasionally need to glue rubber surfaces. The best glue for rubber forms a durable and permanent bond between rubber and various additional substrates.

The 10 Best Places to Buy Outdoor Rugs
Lawn & Garden

The 10 Best Places to Buy Outdoor Rugs

Add style, color, and color to your deck or patio with an outdoor rug from one of these top retailers.

The Best Engineered Wood Flooring Options
Reviews

The Best Engineered Wood Flooring

Get the look and durability of hardwood floors at a more affordable price with engineered wood flooring.

The Best Glues for Cardboard Options
Reviews

The Best Glues for Cardboard

How to Choose the Best Plunger (and Our Top 5 Picks)
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

The Best Plungers

Easily unclog a sink, tub, or toilet drain with one of the best plungers that will take care of what’s backed up.

The Best Soil for Monstera Options
Reviews

The Best Soils for Monstera

This popular plant from the tropics thrives in the right growing mix.

endangered plants
Lawn & Garden

10 Endangered Plants You Can Help Save at Home

When planning your next landscaping project, consider planting these at-risk native species to preserve them for future generations.

10 Places NOT to Use a Steam Cleaner
Interior

10 Areas of the Home You Should Never Steam Clean

While steam cleaners are handy for sanitizing a variety of household surfaces, you'll want to keep the tool far away from these zones in your home.

bird safe windows
Exterior

How to Make Your Windows Bird-Safe: 11 Smart Solutions

Why do our feathered friends collide with our windows, and what can be done about it? These tips and products will keep birds from harming themselves.

The Best Pipe Thread Sealant Option
Plumbing Supplies

The Best Pipe Thread Sealant

Leaky pipes are a nuisance at best—at worst, they create serious safety issues. The right pipe thread sealant can often be a quick and cost-effective solution.

The Best Places to Buy a Cheap Mattress
Reviews

The Best Places to Buy a Cheap Mattress

Rest easy knowing a cheap mattress doesn’t have to be an uncomfortable one. Find the best inexpensive mattress from one of these retailers.

The Best Bird Feeder Options
Reviews

The Best Bird Feeders, Tested and Reviewed

Avian enthusiasts and backyard birders take pleasure in watching their feathered friends. The best bird feeders attract multiple species and allow humans to provide appropriate sustenance in the safest ways.

how to attract dragonflies
Lawn & Garden

3 Surefire Ways to Attract Dragonflies to Your Yard for Natural Mosquito Control

Create a dragonfly habitat on your property with one of these three methods.

Divide and Conquer: 10 Room Dividers to Bring Order to Your Space
Interior Design

Divide and Conquer: 10 Room Dividers to Bring Order to Your Space

Create a sense of peace and balance with the right spatial flow. Just make or buy one of these beautiful room dividers, and find a layout that works for you.

how to paint an interior door
Painting & Finishing

How to Paint an Interior Door

A freshly painted door not only brightens up a room, it can also make a hallway look cleaner and more inviting. To get the best results the next time you're painting interior doors, check out this quick tutorial.

sustainable gardening trends 2022
Lawn & Garden

10 Sustainable Gardening Trends to Try

There are many ways to be kind to the planet, and every effort makes a difference. Learn why simple, inexpensive, and natural gardening solutions yield the most rewarding harvests.

climbing vegetables
Lawn & Garden

12 Climbing Vegetables That Are Perfect for Compact Gardens

Make the most of your small garden by growing vegetables vertically using a trellis.