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Is drought leaving your landscape high and dry? Try planting trees that add beauty and character even in dry conditions.

Freestanding hammocks offer the perfect mix of comfort, durability, and ease of use—whether you want to create a solo backyard retreat or a cozy spot for two.

Experts weigh in on the best investments for your new kitchen.

If golf greens inspire your lawn care routine, this new walk-behind reel mower will be a dream come true.

Easy and inexpensive to make, a birdhouse can be a great woodworking project to undertake with the kids—and a boon for the avian population in your neighborhood.

Troubleshoot the causes and find the solutions to wet basement walls—and the sooner, the better, to maintain the integrity of your home.

Follow this expert advice when potentially problematic critters appear.

I spent a week with Mrs. Meyer’s seasonal scents and found a few new favorites. These limited-edition cleaners do more than smell good—they make spring cleaning downright enjoyable.

Painting a front door is an inexpensive, easy way to improve your home's curb appeal. Here's what to know about selecting the right kind of paint—and the right paint sheen—for your exterior doors.

More in today's news digest: the housing market stalls, starter homes reach an eye-popping price, and more.

On our list of priorities for this month: Tidying the garage, opening the pool, and making sure our patio area is bug-free and ready for entertaining.

I put the top deck cleaners through their paces to see which ones really powered through dirt and grime—read on for the results of my hands-on tests so you can get your deck ready for summer fun.

Winter can be harsh, but grass is resilient. These steps and pro tips will have your grass looking greener in no time.

Hot tubs can be relaxing, but moving one across the yard (or across town) is anything but. Here’s how to get a Jacuzzi from Point A to Point B.

When general clean-up fails to keep your countertop shipshape, consider these material-specific solutions.

A healthy lawn needs ample water, sun, nutrients, and air to thrive—and the way in which you fertilize, seed, and mow your grass can make all the difference.

Some refrigerator noises are caused by easy-to-solve problems and others are the signs of more serious issues. We'll help you troubleshoot those buzzes, knocks, and gurgles.

Our favorite picks turned out to be ideal for anyone searching for a quiet, low-maintenance electric chainsaw to tackle outdoor DIY chores.

Versatile, beautiful and DIY-friendly, today's patio pavers are an ideal choice for any hardscape plan.

From gloves to pruners to starter plants, these under-$20 finds are helping me get my garden ready without blowing my spring budget.