Read the latest articles from Bob Vila (Page 362)

A sunroom made of glass with a tile floor and a full living-room furniture set.
Interior

Find out why sunrooms appeal to many homeowners and whether one is right for your home.

No, These 10 DIY Projects Are Not Essential
Green Building & Remodeling

You can safely defer these projects without compromising your home or reducing its value.

These 10 Flowering Plants Boast the Biggest Blooms
Gardening

Bigger is better with these massive flowers that you can grow at home.

15 Cleaning Mistakes Everyone Makes
Cleaning

Believe it or not, there are right and wrong ways to clean the house. Check out what cleaning mistakes you might be making and how to fix them.

12 Secrets for a Successful Indoor Garden
House Plants

Growing your own food provides food security and gives you the opportunity to eat the freshest produce available. Don't worry if you have no room for a garden in the yard; indoor gardening can be simple if you know how.

8 Top Tips for How to Use Compost
Lawn Care & Gardening

Grow your garden to new heights and help save the world with homemade compost.

20 Ways to Support Earth Day This Year
Green Building & Remodeling

Make today the start of an eco-friendly lifestyle change. Try these 20 easy ideas you can do right now to be kinder to the planet.

Six Things to Know Before Cutting Metal
Skills & Techniques

Cutting metal may seem straightforward to the experienced DIYer, but make sure you keep these six things in mind before beginning your next project.

9 Mistakes You’re Making That Are Damaging Your Soil
Gardening

Whether you have loose, nutrient-dense soil or something more like modeling clay, the way you treat it could be making it worse.

How To: Grow Fresh Produce from Your Leftover Groceries
Gardening

Don't toss your scraps into the trash. Learn how you can grow fresh produce from your leftovers and cuttings.

Does Bleach Expire? What You Should Know About Its Shelf Life
Cleaning

Learn if a bottle of bleach that’s been sitting around for a while is still safe and effective—and the correct way to dispose of it if its time has come.

Beyond Costco: 8 Other Places to Buy in Bulk
Interior

When you’re bound and determined to find a bargain, there are options other than Costco.

15 Smart Ways to Store the Kitchen Necessities
Kitchen & Dining

This isn't your mother's pantry. From utilizing areas you previously ignored to installing devoted storage for individual appliances, getting the most out of your kitchen is all about packing creative solutions into every nook and cranny of available space. Browse these 15 innovative storage ideas that will help you do just that!

11 Handy Uses for Borax Around the House
Cleaning

Follow these recipes to get extra mileage from a cleaning agent that’s been used for generations.

12 Ways to Put Your Home on an Energy Diet
Kitchen & Dining

Adopt these 12 home-energy saving ideas and save money on utilities.

13 Creative Designs for Easy DIY Planters
Furniture & Design

From vertically sprouting succulent gardens to converted colanders that bloom with living greens, these unconventional homemade planter projects require only a can-do spirit and a few basic supplies and tools to sow the seeds of style in your garden.

Storage Sanity: 15 Ways to Organize a Pantry
Kitchen & Dining

Make more room on the shelves and easily see what items are getting low with these pantry organization ideas.

25 of the Best Household Chores for Kids of Every Age
Cleaning

These age-appropriate tasks will build your kids’ confidence and expand their life skills.

12 Things an Arborist Wishes You Knew
Lawn Care & Gardening

Most people wait until a tree is leaning precariously or a large branch has fallen off before they seek the help of an arborist. But certified arborists aren't just for emergencies. They're the go-to sources for all kinds of issues with your trees, and they've got plenty of advice for keeping your trees healthy and thriving. Here are just a few things arborists wish homeowners knew about taking care of their trees.

15 Things Never to Put in the Microwave
Appliances

Rush, rush, rush—in today's 24/7 culture, a microwave can be a real boon to busy households and time-strapped cooks. But even though these ubiquitous appliances are fast and convenient, there are certain items that you should never, ever put in them. Among the offenders are foods that can splatter or pop, causing a big mess and a huge cleanup hassle, as well as materials that pose health and safety hazards. While there are plenty of things you should never put in a microwave, the items listed here are some of the most common hazards. Just remember: When in doubt, keep it out!