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A small yellow bird with a red beak rests on a bird feeder.
Lawn & Garden

7 Mistakes You Might Be Making With Your Bird Feeders

No birds at your feeders? You might be making one or more of these common rookie bird feeder mistakes.

The Best Pin Nailers Option
Reviews

We Tested the Best Pin Nailers and Our Favorite Can Handle 2-Inch Nails

If you’re looking to attach trim, molding, or mitered corners without leaving a noticeable hole, a trusty pin nailer can help.

Pair of Red Wing Women's Apex Boots in bed of rocks
Reviews

These Work Boots Are Lightweight and Comfortable, But Still Tough as Nails

These work boots are tough and durable, with a lacing system unlike anything I’ve tried before. Find out what happened when I wore them every day for two weeks.

Woman looks puzzled as she looks into top-load washing machine.
Interior

Washing Machine Smells: Common Causes and Easy Fixes

Does your washing machine smell like mildew—or sewage? An appliance pro explains what you can do to clean up the stink and keep it from coming back.

Woman doing laundry with the LG WashTower

Washer-Dryer Combo Design Leaps Forward in LG’s Newest High-Tech Space-Saver

Free up floor space while tackling large loads of laundry with the LG WashTower. This large-capacity washer and dryer unit features built-in sensors and powerful cleaning performance packed into a space-saving design.

group of several levels laid out on an unfinished wood deck
Reviews

The Best Levels for Construction and Renovation, Tested

We help you level the playing field on these accuracy-oriented tools and square away the best levels for any project on your to-do list.

Woman wearing a plaid flannel shirt removes a light bulb from a small lamp with a beige shade.
Interior

Why Are Lights Flickering in My Home?

If you have flickering lights in the home, it's important to get to the bottom of the issue ASAP. Some causes have simple fixes, but others may be potential fire hazards.

A group of the best LED light strips still in their boxes before testing.
Reviews

We Tested Best LED Light Strips for Illuminating Any Location, See Our Favorites

Illuminate favorite spaces in the home with hands-on tested LED light strips that are easy to install, functional, and aesthetically pleasing.

The Best Electric Snow Blower Options
Reviews

Clear Winter Weather With 2025’s Best Electric Snow Blowers, Tested

Clear snow with the lightweight, low-maintenance electric snow blower that best suits your space.

layout of the options of best belt sanders
Reviews

We Tested the Best Belt Sanders, Our Favorite Features Auto-Belt Alignment and Ticks All of Our Boxes

Invest in a new belt sander to make quick work of rough woodworking or metalworking projects.

The Best Boot Dryers Option set up on a tile floor and turned on to dry a pair of boots.
Reviews

The 9 Best Boot Dryers for Taking Shoes From Wet to Wearable

No one likes wet feet. Dry out your boots after your next soggy hike or project with one of these top boot-drying gadgets.

A group of the best battery chainsaws pictured together on a stack of logs
Reviews

We Tested the Best Battery Chainsaws, and Our Favorite is a Powerhouse

Battery chainsaws offer a convenient, low-maintenance option to gas-powered versions. This hands-on review cuts to the chase with the best models for managing your yard.

National Tree Company artificial tree decorated (and now on sale)
Design

I Can’t Believe I Found a Realistic Fake Christmas Tree for $110

National Tree Company makes some of the most beautiful artificial trees—and right now, you can snag one of our favorites starting at $110.

Two men hanging artwork on the wall in a home.
Design

7 Ways to Make Your Home Look More Expensive, According to Designers

These simple, affordable upgrades can make your home look like a million bucks.

close-up display of the best borescopes
Reviews

We Tested the Best Borescopes for Inspecting Pipes, Engines, and Walls, Our Top Pick Has a Dual Camera Lens Design

Get a good look inside your home’s walls to see pipes, wires, and other hard-to-see parts with the best borescopes.

Wine Bottle DIYs
DIY

How to Cut Glass Wine Bottles

Turn old wine bottles into Old World-style decor with a glass drill bit, a candle—and a steady hand.

woman looking outside at snow.
Interior

14 Easy Ways to Increase Humidity in a Dry House

Reduce the irritating, damaging effects of dry air this winter by making a few simple changes to your daily routine.

The Best Gifts for Pool Owners Options
Reviews

The 24 Best Gifts for Pool Owners Include Robotic Pool Cleaners, Lights, and More

From practical gadgets to fun pool games: we’ve put together the ultimate guide to finding the perfect gifts for pool owners.

Couple at a lighting store looking at different light fixture options.
Interior

Overhead Lighting vs. Lamps: Experts Settle This Great Debate

Learn what the pros say is the most ideal way to light your home.

Photo of a recently renovated modern bathroom with shiplap walls and natural wood cabinetry in a family home.
Design

Shiplap vs. Tongue and Groove: What’s the Difference?

Learn the differences between these two popular paneling options so you can choose which one is right for your home, inside and out.