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Help cultivate your child’s love of plants with these tools for gardening with kids.

Property tax rates vary by community, but one thing is true no matter where you live: Some home renovations are likely to trigger a tax increase. So, just how badly do you want that in-ground pool?

Not keen on the idea of using an electric saw? A miter box is the tool you need to make precise cuts in wood. Here's how to use it.

Going solar can lower your home’s carbon emissions and save you money on utility bills, but there are some things you’ll want to know before buying a home with solar panels.

These plants and flowers don't just produce lovely aromas, they are also said to have healing properties. Learn why it's it's good to have a bounty of fennel, sage, and other fragrant garden delights.

The terrazzo pattern is colorful and fun, but tiling with it can also get expensive. Here’s an easy way to hack the design so it’s totally unique—and you’ll save some money in the process.

Clover has gotten a bad reputation over the years, but it's high time to let this grass-friendly ground cover start growing in your lawn again.

Find out which type of wood is best for your garden and what wood to avoid.

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

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.

Find answers to common questions about aerating, fertilizing, watering, and more to keep your lawn green, lush, and healthy this spring.

Add long-lasting floral beauty to your home by learning to dry flowers. Any of these five easy methods will work wonders.

Discover the different paints available that can turn your wood crafts or any wood surface into a work of art.

The best clotheslines dry clothes without electricity and make them smell delightfully fresh.

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.

If you’re plotting a garden this spring, don’t let these planting errors ruin your happy ending.

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.

Keep your new plants alive and thriving with these must-have tools and products.

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.

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.