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Unless you plan to sand many floors in your lifetime, your best choice of floor sander is the random orbital sander from one maker in particular.

Still on the fence about whether to replace your weathered, style-devoid gate? These DIY yard entrances will make your decision—and the process of building them—unbelievably easy!

Choosing and maintaining the best type of gardening soil—loamy soil—can give your plants an edge. Understand its importance in the scheme of your garden, then follow these tips to make it yourself and maintain it.

Create unique and useful effects in your home by magnetizing virtually any surface with a special type of primer.

Done right, a concrete patio can be an attractive addition to your property that's long-lasting, versatile, and economical—particularly if you pour it yourself!

A popular choice for spaces indoors and out, wicker furniture and accessories can provide years of comfort and enjoyment if properly maintained.

Build this outdoor hammock stand in an afternoon—just in time to take a nice long nap in the sun!

Low cost and low maintenance, DIY-friendly pea gravel patios appeal with wonderfully non-pretentious beauty.

Learn why induction cooking is faster, safer, cooler—and pricier—than traditional stoves so you can choose the best appliance for your home.

Using humble materials and simple techniques, you can put up any of these garage shelves and squash clutter in less than one weekend.

Seeking inspiration for your next reno project? Spark your creativity with this collection of dramatic photos and useful tips from experienced homeowners and DIY enthusiasts.

Make short work of some of your toughest cleaning jobs with a little mineral spirits and the right technique.

Not just for the southwest anymore, this distinctive exterior is catching on across the country. Find out if it’s right for your home.

Set up any of these daybeds as seating that doubles as sleeping quarters, and you can start filling the calendar with visits from friends and family.

Define individual spaces throughout the home without giving up the desirable qualities of an open layout, like airiness, connectivity, and a little extra natural light. Yes, these easy-to-DIY partitions offer the ultimate compromise.

They're dream homes for fans of architecture, but for the people who actually live in them, groundbreaking designs can be a real nightmare.

Closet bursting at the seams? Give it some relief—and improved organization—with these ideas for alternative storage solutions.

Follow this advice for a laundry area sink sure to make wash day duties easier and help you handle other cleanup chores as well.