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To tidy up landscaping and enhance curb appeal, having a pruning saw handy is key. We put various pruning saws to the test, and here are our top 9.

Why did the world’s largest marketer of retail lawn and garden products pivot to grass seed? It’s a (good) sign of the times.

After a long winter’s rest, your lawn mower may need a nudge before springing to life. These steps will help you get it up and running.

If you've always wanted a hanging chair but are intimidated by the idea of securing it in place, fear not—we'll show you how.

Extend your living space into the fresh air with the best pergola kits for entertaining, lounging, and dining. After researching for various qualities a homeowner would want in a pergola kit, we found the top 10.

Get down in the dirt with the best shovel for your garden needs. After testing various shovels, we found the top 10.

A broken screw or stripped screw head can easily derail a DIY. Using a screw extractor can get you back on track in no time.

Duct tape residue can be tricky to remove but when you use the right solutions on the right surfaces, it'll come off more easily than you think.

Update the look and feel of any room by replacing old, worn-out flooring.

Which window treatment is best for each room in the house? Consider factors such as light control, insulation, privacy—and, of course, style.

Need to drill into a stud, but you don't know where the studs in your walls are? Here's how to find them without a stud finder.

From green drenching to wellness landscaping, experts weigh in on hot outdoor trends as the weather heats up.

Ready to upgrade your garage lighting with the best fixtures and bulbs for your setup? After testing various options, these top products deserve the spotlight.

High-quality organic fertilizers can help your plants grow throughout the entire season. After researching various options on the market, we've compiled this list of our favorite organic fertilizers.

Whether you’re cutting countertops, flooring, or intricate designs, a high-quality jigsaw is a game changer. And, DeWalt’s battery-powered model is the best you can get.

To help gardeners determine how much—and how often—to water, we tested some of the top soil moisture meters on the market. Find out which ones scored the highest in our hands-on tests.

The pros say this is the most effective kitchen storage solution.

Designing a dream home is an incredible experience, but it always includes a few “I wish I had a time machine” moments.

Improve your home’s energy efficiency with updated insulation that prevents heat from easily flowing through exterior walls.

Before taking on a basement insulation project, learn how to prepare the space and common methods for installation.