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The Best Drill Bits for Tile Options
Reviews

The Best Drill Bits for Tile, Tested and Reviewed

We tested drill bits specifically designed to make holes in tile. Find out how they fared on various tile types, including ceramic, marble, granite, and more.

Five Wood Routers For Beginners on a wood deck
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The Best Wood Routers for Beginners

A wood router offers unrivaled versatility for woodworkers of all skill levels. The following guide can help beginners choose their first tool.

Pestie Smart Pest Plan Review Pestie kit components
Reviews

Is a Pest Control Subscription a Better Deal? A Pestie Smart Pest Plan Review

If you want to control costs while protecting your home, this system might be the solution you’ve been looking for.

Anker Solix C300 DC Portable Power Station on floor next to white drawer
Reviews

I Powered My Laptop for 7 Days With a 5-Square-Inch Power Station: A Solix C300 DC Portable Power Station Review

Subcompact size, ample capacity, and the right mix of outlets make this one of the most compelling power banks for camping and travel.

The Best Benchtop Drill Press Option
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The Best Benchtop Drill Presses Tested in 2025

Recent safety improvements and technological advances make these drill presses ideal for DIY workshop projects.

Vego Garden Kitchen Composter on marble countertop
Reviews

I’m a Gardener and Composter, and This Is My Favorite Electric Composter

I tested this compact composter for over three months, and it simplifies the composting process—perfect for turning daily kitchen scraps into valuable garden gold.

Top view of EcoFlow River 3 on picnic table
Reviews

After 30 Days of Testing, This Compact Power Station Is a Bargain

This device makes it easier than ever to charge on the go, stay up and running during a power outage, and manage your charging preferences.

Diamond rink in sink next to an open sink drain.
DIY

How to Fix a Bathroom Sink Stopper

Find out how to disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and replace a bathroom sink stopper.

Close up of wax paper roll.
DIY

6 Astonishing Uses for Wax Paper Around the House

Wax paper isn’t just for baking and storing food. Discover how versatile this everyday household item can be for cleaning, gardening, and even pest control.

Using a drill to cut a screw with flashes of fire.
DIY

How to Cut Screws: 5 Easy and Effective Methods

Cutting through screws and other metal fasteners can sometimes seem a tough task, but the following tools help make the job quick and easy.

Bioluminescent wood lit up neon green.
Design

You’ve Probably Never Seen Lumber Like This Before

Newly discovered naturally glowing wood could create sustainable furniture and lighting products in the future.

How to Keep False Smoke Alarms From Going Off
Interior

How to Keep False Smoke Alarms From Going Off While You Cook

Get back to cooking without worrying about the loud, annoying beeping of a false smoke alarm.

The Best Multi-Purpose Steam Cleaners Options
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After Using These Steam Cleaners for 30 Days, There is One Clear Winner

Remove built-up dirt, dust, pet dander, and other debris from carpets, floors, and upholstery with the help of a trusty multi-purpose steam cleaner. See our favorite models here.

The Best LED Shop Lights Options
Reviews

The Best LED Shop Lights of 2025

Shop lighting can be a complex issue. In this article, learn how to create the proper illumination level for any workspace.

Behr Essential Gray as one of the best neutral paint colors on a living room wall.
Interior

The 20 Best Neutral Paint Colors for Your Home in 2025

Transform your living spaces with these designer-approved hues that bring timeless elegance and versatility.

Woman selecting clothes from her wardrobe for donating to a Charity shop.
DIY

25 Things to Get Rid of Before 2025

Get a head start on a fresh New Year by clearing your house of clutter right now.

Exterior white vent of a clothes dryer on a house with light blue siding.
DIY

How to Install a Dryer Vent

Having your dryer properly vented is crucial in keeping the appliance operating effectively and avoiding the risk of fire or water damage to your home. Fortunately, installing a dryer vent is easy to do.

31 Vintage Christmas Ideas Worth Revisiting This Year
Design

31 Vintage Christmas Ideas Worth Revisiting This Year

Done with Christmas commercialism? Revisiting Yuletide ideas from days gone by may lead to new family traditions, and your jolliest holiday season yet.

How to Remove Concrete Stains
DIY

How to Remove Concrete Stains

Conquer unsightly splotches on your driveway, patio, and garage floor to restore the handsome looks of those hardworking surfaces.

The Best Bench Vise Options layout
Reviews

We Tested Pin Nailers and Found the 6 Best Ones

We tested the highest-rated bench vises on the market. Find out which ones will provide the best gripping power for your workshop projects.