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Best Exterior Paint for Stucco Options
Paint Needs

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

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.

10 Clear Fridge Organizers to Help You Stop Wasting Food
Interior

Keep everything fresh and in sight with these refrigerator organization bins.

Yard Waste Removal
Lawn & Garden

There’s no pressure to do it all: Hiring a yard waste removal service to clean up and haul away the debris frees up time and can save your back.

peat moss vs coco coir
Lawn & Garden

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

13 Easy Spring Home Decor Ideas for Every Room in Your House
Design

Out with the old, in with the new this season with these pretty pieces.

Soil aeration composting and fertilizing
Lawn & Garden

Has planting season crept up on you? No worries. Three easy steps will have your soil ready for veggies and flowers in no time.

The Best Gardening Gloves Options
Clothing & Gear

What are the best gardening gloves for planting seeds, pruning bushes, pulling weeds, and more? We tested the most popular brands on the market today—find out how they fared in our hands-on tests.

spring cleaning tips
Interior

Revamp your spring cleaning practices with these smart tips to reduce your carbon footprint while creating a cleaner, healthier home.

The Best Pickaxe Options
Reviews

Though a pickaxe may seem like a tool from another era, it plays a vital role in today’s landscaping and gardening projects.

How Long Does It Take Wood Stain to Dry
DIY

Don’t rush your next staining project. Find out the drying time of the wood stain before you start.

tax refund home improvement projects
DIY

If you’re wondering what to do with this year’s income tax refund, we have some ideas for home improvements.

side yard ideas
Lawn & Garden

It’s easy to overlook the side yard when landscaping, but with a little effort, this neglected space can make as big a splash as its curb-facing counterpart. 

single stage vs two stage snow blower
Workshop

Compare single-stage vs. two-stage vs. three-stage snow removal machines to pick the one that’s best to help you breeze through a predictable winter chore.

how to install shutters
Curb Appeal

Adding decorative shutters to your windows is a great way to upgrade your home’s curb appeal—and is an easy enough project for most homeowners to DIY themselves. 

Corrugated Metal
Easy DIY Projects

Once used primarily for shed roofing, corrugated metal is turning up in the most interesting places, both inside the home and out in the yard.

20 Sustainable Home Decor Brands to Shop Now
Design

Reach for organic and recycled materials from these eco-friendly brands and retailers.

13 Hacks Every Car Owner Should Know
Garages

Your car is an extension of your home, but how often do you treat it with the same TLC you give your house? Keep your wheels in good condition with these simple-but-genius car hacks that will make life on the road a little easier, and a lot more comfortable.

How to Remove Tree Sap
Landscaping

Do you have tree sap stuck to your car, deck, or clothing? Use these short and sweet solutions to remove the sticky substance ASAP.

eco-conscious ways to remodel a home
DIY

Keep these tips in mind during your next renovation project to help reduce waste and limit your impact on the environment.