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You’ve seen the label and symbol, but what does the "FSC-certified" designation mean? Is the certification just an added expense, or does it really make a difference? Find out here.

Here are some of the best squash varieties to grow throughout the year.

You’ve watched them for years, but what do you really know about the squirrels outside your window?

Is it really important to have HVAC ducts professionally cleaned every few years, or is that just what the pros want you to think?

Gray is versatile, neutral, trendy, and very easy to style.

Uneasy about using treated lumber for your outdoor projects? Learning a few important facts about this type of wood will help you use it wisely.

Fast growing and easy to care for, these beauties can make anyone a successful gardener.

Raise the ornamental greenery in your home to new heights by installing a swag hook.

Before deciding on a house with a cesspool, it’s important to understand exactly how this system works and the costs associated with it.

Understanding which type to use is crucial to safely extinguishing a fire. 

Do you have a plant that is too leggy to love or that is threatening to raise the roof? Air layer it!

To add tool storage to an existing system or contain a large collection of hand tools, this Dewalt Tool Box might fill the bill. It impressed our tough tester fairly well.

The Husqvarna Multi-Purpose Axe A2400 navigates the DIY gray zone between a splitting maul and hatchet with useful precision.

If you’re looking to refresh the blade in your utility knife, this buyer’s guide cuts to the chase with a selection of the best utility knife blades.

Figure out why a window mysteriously fogged up, and how to clear things up again.

The do-it-yourself ethos is one we heartily applaud. Most services provided by home maintenance pros aren't cheap, so taking care of small fixes on your own can save you big bucks. But sometimes the DIY route can wind up costing you more in the end. Here are 10 cases when you should put down your tool kit—and pick up the phone.

Protect your stainless steel by avoiding these common cleaning missteps.

Perk up your living space with a variety of gorgeous blooms using the best soil for roses when growing them indoors.

Whether you are creating a new patio or dressing up an existing one, these great ideas are both attractive and practical.

Find out why this cleaning combo is a hazard waiting to happen—and how to avoid it while you sanitize and disinfect around the house.