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Reviews

Brightech Ambience Pro Solar String Lights Lit Up My Life

DIY

How to Air Dry Clothes and Linens: Dos and Don’ts for Crisp, Clean Laundry

Ditching your clothes dryer and air drying garments and bedding can save you a bundle in energy costs—your fabrics will last longer, too!

Reviews

The Best Pool Pumps, Vetted

Keep your pool water crystal clear with a quality pump that suits your pool size and helps you save energy.

Bath Fixtures & Fittings

The Best Toto Toilets You Can Get

Replace your old and noisy toilet with a luxurious Toto toilet.

Pests

Help! What Are These Tiny White Bugs in My House?

Tiny white bugs can become a big problem if left unidentified or untreated. These tips will help determine what you’re dealing with, how to get rid of them, and how to prevent them from returning.

Reviews

I Tried Brooklinen’s Best-Selling Sheets for 2 Weeks—Here’s My Honest Take

Brooklinen’s Luxe Sateen sheet set tops the brand’s charts, and I gave them a try to see if they’re worth all the fuss.

Grills

The Best Smokeless Indoor Grills, Tested

Take your passion for grilling indoors with one of these top smokeless grills.

Reviews

The Best Online Fabric Stores Today

From prints to solids and vintage to designer, the best online fabric stores make finding and buying fabric easier than ever.

Reviews

The Best Online Gardening Classes

Students can get an expert dose of horticultural knowledge without leaving home by taking one of the best online gardening classes.

Reviews

Taming a Garden Hose: My Experience With the Liberty Garden Hose Reel

Tired of wrestling with an unruly, twisted garden hose? I installed and tested the Liberty Garden 712 hose reel—find out what I liked and didn’t like.

Garden Pests

How to Get Rid of Voles Humanely in 7 Steps

Learning how to get rid of voles can help you say “Vamoose!” to these underground varmints before they wreak havoc on your landscape.

Bedrooms

26 Inspiring Ways to Repurpose a Spare Bedroom

A guest room that sits vacant most of the time is ripe for repurposing. Transform your underused square footage with these clever spare bedroom ideas.

Lawn & Garden

Solved! Here’s How to Treat a Drought-Stressed Lawn

Hotter months often mean bad news for lush, green lawns. From watering to fertilizing and aerating, the following techniques can help prevent and revive a drought-stressed lawn.

Lawn & Garden

Solved! Why Is My Grass Turning Yellow?

Many dream of a lush, green lawn year-round, but that’s not always the case. Homeowners asking “Why is my grass turning yellow?” may find the answer surprising.

Interior

Solved! What Does It Mean When You See Termite Droppings but No Termites?

Seeing termite droppings but no termites? Even if you don’t see the insects, spotting frass could indicate that you have a serious termite infestation on your hands.

Lawn & Garden

Bob Vila’s Definitive Lawn Care Calendar

Your month-by-month lawn care guide to growing the healthiest and most beautiful lawn yet.

Interior

9 Ways to Improve Kitchen Functionality

Many homeowners today are passing over style and luxury during their kitchen renovations to focus on functionality. Here are 9 hot tips to maximize function during a kitchen remodel.

Outdoor Furniture

The Best Adirondack Chairs

In an Adirondack chair, loungers can kick back and relax lakeside or in a backyard. Check out this selection of the best Adirondack chairs, from wooden to plastic, and all the perks needed for optimum outdoor comfort.

Interior

How Much Do Soapstone Countertops Cost?

Soapstone countertops are a beautiful, durable, and low-maintenance option for kitchen and bathroom surfaces, costing anywhere from $1,700 to $4,200 for materials and installation.

Interior

10 Common Kitchen Appliance Mistakes Everyone Makes

Some mistakes are just inconvenient but others can shorten the life of your appliances. Discover which mistakes you might be making and how to fix them for better results in the kitchen.