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Eager to escape the hustle and bustle of urban sprawl or the cookie-cutter homes of suburbia, some house hunters pack their bags and travel to remote reaches of the country in search of secluded homes that lie beyond the gaze of neighbors and passersby. Whether hidden in hillsides, tucked away in trees, or perched on canyon lands, these unconventional nests in no-man's-land offer privacy, quiet, and the wonders of nature to anyone adventurous enough to seek them out.

Whether you're cultivating a small collection of potted herbs on your balcony or you're planning an epic victory garden, we've got tried and true tips from experts to make your efforts bear fruit.

The best synthetic motor oil offers peak performance for your car or lawn-mower engine while also extending its life.

Say goodbye to ugly downspouts with a charming DIY rain chain.

In the battle of tick versus bed bug, there is no winner, but one definite loser: you. Here’s what you need to know about these two blood-sucking pests.

While the cutting chains that fit chainsaws may all look similar, they’re designed for different types of wood-cutting tasks. Use this guide to choose the best chainsaw chain for your projects.

Are you sick and tired of your old wallpaper? Before you go to the trouble of stripping it off, consider covering it with a few coats of paint. Read on to find out how to do it and to figure out whether painting is the right solution for your walls.

Get all the pros and cons—plus installation and price info—on this traditional-turned-trendy trim treatment.

Show your lawn’s true stripes with this fresh mowing technique.

Enlist this little-known, low-cost product to restore the original color of your grout or give it a brand new hue.

Don’t play around with this strong stuff! Learn what it’s good for—and the right way to use it.

Learn the major differences between these two painting methods so that you know exactly when and where to use each one.

Lighten and brighten surfaces in your living spaces with this easy-to-master painting technique that mutes the dark tones of red brick walls or fireplaces.

Heed these best (and worst) practices when it comes to cleaning up and caring for your wooden deck, and you'll be able to enjoy your outdoor living room for seasons to come.

Create a simple stone path to enhance your yard and set a distinctive walkway.

Avoid unnecessary grief by paying attention to these warnings.

Find inspiration for your backyard oasis with these hot tub deck ideas fit for royalty.

Learn the cut-and-come-again technique for more productive, bountiful herbs.

Natural brick or painted brick? That’s the question, but not everyone agrees on the answer.

Would you like to green up your indoor space, but lack the greenbacks for more plants? Make new ones quickly from those you or your friends already have.