Many of the most invasive plant species thriving in the United States came from elsewhere—mostly Europe and Asia. While they are often beautiful, these plants spread rapidly in an environment that has not evolved to keep its growth in balance. If left unchecked, invasive species can create devastating changes to both landscapes and ecosystems. Make sure you’re doing your part by not planting any of the species on this list.
If you're like many homeowners, you make good on a regular cleaning schedule. So maybe you skip dusting once in a while, but your house is pretty clean, right? But the dirtiest places in your home might be hiding in plain sight. We're talking about your cleaning tools! In order to get the most out of them, they need a good sprucing up too. Your household tools can suffer from a buildup of dirt, grease, and grime, making your cleaning efforts far less effective. In fact, every time you use them, you could just be spreading the “gunk” around your home. Here are a few quick-and-easy final steps to add to your cleaning routine that will make all the difference in your efforts to keep your home sparkling fresh.
If you’re wondering if titanium can rust, the answer is multilayered. Join us as we discuss titanium’s rust-resistant properties and how it protects itself.
Whether joining two pieces of particle board or adding a veneer to a single piece, the right glue will ensure the job goes as planned.
Don't assume a nice landscape has to break the bank. In fact, a smart landscape design plan can offset other home maintenance costs. See the best landscaping ideas for a gorgeous yard that also saves you money.
An herb spiral garden enables gardeners to grow a greater number of edible plants, and to do so more successfully, than would be possible otherwise.
Forget what you think you know about opossums. They’re not the nasty, trash-eating troublemakers that some folks make them out to be, but remarkable creatures that provide valuable services, including pest control. Learn more about these misunderstood marsupials and how one of their habits can actually be helpful.
A coat of one of these top interior paints can turn a dreary garage into an inviting work space.
Painting tasks go a whole lot easier—and yield better results—when you have a handle on dry times. Here, learn the dry times for both oil- and water-based products so all your paint projects can have perfect timing.
Offset all the madness that unfolds in the kitchen with a sleek and modern design.
Bring a little life into your kitchen—and spice up your meals—by building your own vertical herb garden! Check out these easy-to-follow steps to create a stylish and sturdy structure that even a novice can achieve.
"You don't get a second chance to make a first impression." While this phrase usually refers to people, it also applies to houses. The exterior of your home offers visitors and passersby their first hint at the people who live inside, so why not make it truly reflect your personality? A tidy, well-decorated facade and well-landscaped front yard speak volumes about your design style and maintenance habits. A few quick updates like those gathered here will get your home's facade looking its very best and ensure a great first impression!
Get started on your next project with a versatile angle grinder that can be used for grinding, polishing, sharpening, cutting, and more.
Are you unsure about what to plant around your “nude” new house or determined to improve your ho-hum home landscaping? Learn foundation planting from the ground up!
Try your hand at foodscaping with these helpful tips and tricks.
An organized garage is every homeowner’s dream, but it’s so hard to achieve! Check out these creative ways to keep clutter at bay by organizing everything from sports equipment to tools.
Vegetable gardens don’t happen overnight! But there’s plenty of tasty produce you can plant now, or even later in the season, that will deliver faster than any tomato, pepper, or watermelon plant.
Rope can be a valuable tool, but each type has its strengths and weaknesses. Join us as we cover the types of rope DIYers might want to know about.
A lush landscape is the dream of many a homeowner. But if you don’t live in an established neighborhood, you don't get to reap the benefits of mature plantings. You can, however, fill your yard with healthy greenery in a hurry if you plant a few of these large, low-maintenance shrubs.
Your goal: To keep a clean house. But it may surprise you to discover that there are certain items and spaces in your home that actually don’t require as much washing and scrubbing as you may think. Of course, there’s no such thing as a house that’s too clean, but your time is precious. That’s why we've rounded up 9 things that don’t need to be cleaned as often as you probably clean them. Take some time now to learn where you can cut back, and maybe you'll be able to kick back a little more tomorrow.