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Electronic stud finders help pinpoint the location of studs behind plaster and wallboard. See how a popular model―the Franklin ProSensor stud finder―fared in our hands-on testing.

Electronic stud finders have come a long way, and some allow the user to connect the device to a smartphone to detect wood, metal, and wiring behind drywall. See how one of the more popular smartphone wall scanners―the Walabot stud finder―fared in this hands-on testing.

With a little ingenuity, you can warm a cold swimming pool without having to spend thousands of dollars on an expensive pool heater.

How can you get your African violet to bloom again? Follow these easy steps.

Don't fret when left with a mess after using a hot glue gun. A little patience and some common household items will help you tackle the job.

Prized for its lush beauty and the legend of bringing prosperity and good fortune, this braided tropical plant delivers luck by surviving with minimal care.

The affordable price point and excellent light-blocking capabilities give these Eclipse blackout curtains our seal of approval.

Add a soothing ambiance to your yard with a pond waterfall.

It’s time to make the deck shine with these inspiring deck railing ideas.

If you can’t contain yourself when it comes to container gardens, here are a few surefire sun-loving plants with which to fill them all.

Can sprayers and non-sprayers live side by side in perfect harmony? It's possible when you open the lines of communication.

Oscillating sprinklers have carved out a niche in the world of lawn watering. See how a popular one fared in our hands-on testing.

Orchids are not hard to grow. You just need more information.

Boost curb appeal with these cool concepts.

There are only a few products out there that will truly make your daily routine easier. The Dyson V8 is one of them.

The high-performance thermal carafe and some handy advanced features give this coffee maker our seal of approval.

Lightweight, comfortable, and effective, these impressive safety glasses are great for a variety of tasks around the home.

This tropical plant might just be the next social media darling. Rubber plants are visually striking and can thrive under a beginner’s care.

Don’t assume that an LED will last exactly as long as the package claims when there are practical, environmental, and mechanical factors that can greatly influence the life of the LED light.

Rosemary transforms potatoes from blah to brilliant, but getting the rosemary from seed (or stem) to a full-grown plant takes a little patience and step-by-step guidance.