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Tools & Materials

We Put Sawhorses To the Test and There Is a Clear Winner

A sawhorse provide a stable working space for construction or DIY projects. See how our top picks performed during our hands-on tests.

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Fences

How To Fix a Leaning Fence

A fence can lean and sag due to weather, soil erosion, or rot. Fixing a leaning fence can will ensure that your property is safe for years to come.

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Repair & Maintenance

How to Remove a Broken Bolt

Don’t let a defunct fastener get in the way of finishing a DIY project. Follow these steps to remove a broken bolt neatly without damaging the threaded hole.

Weather Guard Tool Box Review
Reviews

After Testing Various Truck Tool Boxes, Our Favorite Is Worth Every Penny

A quality truck tool box will keep your tools safe and secure. Our top picks are the best of the best based on our tests.

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House Plants

When and How to Fertilize Your Houseplants, No Matter the Type

It’s not as complicated as you might think.

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Interior

Solved! Why Are My Dishwasher Pods Not Dissolving?

The answer might be simpler than you think. We’ll help you troubleshoot.

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Lawn & Garden

Homemade Weed Killers and Preventative Treatments That Really Work 

There are plenty of ways to kill and prevent weeds that don’t involve toxic chemicals. Smothering, burning, and even planting gardens strategically are some natural ways to make weeds go away.

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Hand Tools

After Stress-Testing Wheelbarrows in Our Obstacle Course, We Found the Best

Hauling away weeds, mulch, or concrete is so much easier with a durable wheelbarrow that’s easy to maneuver.

The Best Soil For Strawberries Options
Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Soil for Strawberries

Planting strawberries in suitable soil goes a long way toward ensuring a bountiful harvest and sweet, delicious fruit.

The Best Soil for Blueberries Options
Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Soil for Blueberries to Get the Right pH Level

Help blueberry plants thrive by choosing the proper soil for their unique needs.

Best Soil For Fiddle Leaf Figs Options
Reviews

The Best Soil for Fiddle Leaf Figs

The thick glossy leaves and tall upright growth of the fiddle leaf fig make it a good houseplant, but it needs specific soil to thrive.

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Building & Installing

The 7 Best Things You Can Build With Stock Cabinets

Before you shop for furniture, consider designing and building a custom solution using stock cabinets.

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Garages

Can You Store Power Tool Batteries in a Cold Garage?

Temperature is just one of many factors that can either make or break your power tool batteries.

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Deals

Ice Melt is Sold Out Everywhere—But Here’s the Solution, and it’s on Sale

This heavy-duty ice chopper is the best alternative to ice melt–and you can get it now at a bargain price–37% off!

How to Refinish Patio Furniture
Furniture & Design

How to Refinish Rusty Old Patio Furniture

Why replace your rusted metal outdoor furniture? Using an inexpensive tool and few other supplies, you can scrape away rust and refinish your existing set.

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Driveways & Walkways

There’s a Shortage of Ice Melt Right Now—What You Can Do to Keep Your Outdoor Surfaces Safe

Due to several factors that triggered the shortage, people are turning to alternative methods to melt ice and snow near the end of winter.

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Painting & Finishing

How to Paint Brick, According to a Pro Painter

Painting a brick wall, exterior, or fireplace is a great way to protect the surface and freshen your home’s aesthetic.

The Best Murphy Beds Option folded up into a tidy storage unit
Furniture & Decor

Our Favorite Murphy Beds of 2025 are Perfect for Maximizing Small Spaces

There’s no need to choose between free floor space and a good night’s sleep—a Murphy bed folds out for a restful slumber at night and then tucks away to reclaim space during the day.

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Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Soil for Tomatoes

Nothing says summer quite like the taste of homegrown tomatoes fresh from the vine. Good soil will help gardeners produce the largest, most flavorful specimens.

The best recessed lighting option in a bright and spacious bathroom
Lighting

The Best Recessed Lighting for Coverage and Ambience

Add accent illumination or increase overall brightness without changing a room’s decor via recessed lighting that suits any setting, style, and budget.