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how to move a hot tub
Lawn & Garden

How to Move a Hot Tub

Don’t attempt to move a hot tub on your own, but follow these steps to find out the best way to move a hot tub.

how to drain a hot tub
Lawn & Garden

How to Drain a Hot Tub

Learn about two ways to drain your hot tub so that it can be cleaned and refilled with new water.

10 Things You Should Know Before You Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree
Lawn & Garden

10 Things You Should Know Before You Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree

Whether this is your first time cutting down your own tree or it's an annual tradition, keep these 10 important tips in mind before you head out to the Christmas tree farm.

how to wire light switch
Interior

How to Wire a Light Switch: Easy Steps for Single-Pole and 3-Way Switches

Light switch wiring is a task that most DIYers can take on themselves without calling an electrician. Follow these steps to wire your switches safely.

how to grow lettuce indoors
Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Lettuce Indoors for Fresh Salad Greens Year Round

If you miss your vegetable garden during winter, you can keep fresh lettuce on hand by growing your own greens indoors.

what is a convertible range hood
Interior

Solved! What is a Convertible Range Hood?

Keep the kitchen air clear—and your options open—with a convertible range hood.

Gas vs Electric Pressure Washer
DIY

Electric vs. Gas Pressure Washer: Choosing the Right Cleaning Machine

Electric and gas pressure washers provide home users and professionals with a comprehensive range of cleaning machines, but which is best for your needs?

olive tree plant care 101 - how to grow olive tree indoors
Lawn & Garden

Indoor Olive Tree Care: Meet the Houseplant That Loves a Good South-Facing Window

Add a touch of the Mediterranean with the latest craze in houseplants—olive trees—plants that can thrive indoors, given the right conditions.

Home Lighting Plan
Interior

How To: Devise a Lighting Plan

Learn the basics of using thoughtful lighting design to create welcoming, efficient living spaces at home.

The Best Tool Subscription Box Options
Reviews

The Best Tool Subscription Boxes

A good subscription tool service will ensure you have a steady flow of new tools at your disposal while ensuring you won’t run out of supplies.

14 Symptoms of an Unhappy Houseplant (and How You Can Treat Them)
Lawn & Garden

14 Symptoms of an Unhappy Houseplant (and How You Can Treat Them)

Despite our best efforts, our potted plants sometimes flounder. Knowing how to identify and treat houseplants' most common afflictions can help you revive them in no time.

how to dispose of a microwave
Interior

How to Dispose of a Microwave Properly

Keep your old kitchen appliance out of a landfill with one of these microwave oven disposal ideas.

how to grow cilantro indoors
Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Cilantro Indoors for Fresh Herbs Year Round

Add some summery flavor to your windowsill with indoor cilantro.

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

Master Goldfish Plant Care for ‘Schools’ of Bright Blooms Year After Year

You won’t need to fish for compliments on your green thumb when you grow the goldfish plant.

Intergenerational sustainability
Interior

5 Ways to Live as Green as Your Grandparents Did

Our elders may not have been conscientious conservationists, but many of their everyday practices were planet-friendly. Adopt these timeless tips today to preserve the world for future generations.

Bob Beacham kitchen before
DIY

Before & After: A Small Galley Kitchen Becomes Bright and Spacious—Without Knocking Down Walls

Our tiny kitchen was dull and dated. A complete remodel was the only solution.

fire hydrant
Interior

6 Things You Need to Know If There’s a Fire Hydrant on Your Property

Are hydrants the city’s responsibility, or the homeowner’s? Can residents park in front of hydrants on their property? Here’s what you need to know.

35 Fresh and Festive Ways to Dress Up Your Thanksgiving Table
Design

35 Fresh and Festive Ways to Dress Up Your Thanksgiving Table

Draw from autumn's bounty to dress your holiday table naturally. We've rounded up some of the best Thanksgiving table ideas to provide inspiration for this year's decorations.

14 Things You Should Always Keep Near the Kitchen Sink
Reviews

14 Things You Should Always Keep Near the Kitchen Sink

These ingenious products can help you achieve a tidier, more efficient kitchen.

fake brand-name tools
Reviews

Find an Amazing Deal on Brand-Name Tools? They Might Be Fake

Smart shopping can yield some pretty sweet deals on power tools—but if a deal seems a little too sweet, there’s probably something sour about it. Here’s the 411 behind the fake tool racket, and how you can protect yourself.