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These outdoor improvements do more than add curb appeal.

Can this piece of plastic really be a $20 game-changer when washing sheets and other bulky blankets? See my thoughts below

Whether you’re lifting glass, drywall, tile, or heavy panels, this cordless DeWalt suction tool makes it easier—plus, it won a top spot our BobVila.com’s Tool of the Year contest!

Immediately improve the appearance of a room with just one project: painting baseboards. Learn how to tackle this job with carpeted floors.

Discover several DIY projects you can tackle with a belt sander inside your home and out in the yard.

Hedge trimmers are only as effective as their blades are sharp. Restore the original cutting power of the tool by taking the time to file down its cutting edges.

Wet areas with poor ventilation are prime breeding grounds for black mold. This guide explains how to clean black mold in the bathroom, and keep it from coming back.

After years of workarounds, this was finally the right tool for the job.

As seasons change, homeowners may find insects congregating on their window sills. Learn how to identify and rid your home of the unwanted invaders.

Replacing the line on your string trimmer doesn’t have to test your patience.

Tastes change and fashions change, so the fireplace you painted 10 years ago may look dated now. A determined DIYer can strip paint from brick with the right paint stripper, and ample patience.

Ryobi’s newest tool can be submerged in water up to 13 feet.

Feed grass the good stuff and achieve a deep green lawn that resists droughts, diseases, and pests. After researching the market, we found the top 8 organic lawn fertilizers.

Now is your time to snag a powerful snow blower before end-of-the-season snow storms hit.

Prevent fronds from turning brown or yellow with the right fertilizer for palm trees. Here are our favorite options.

With a boost from the proper fertilizer, gardeners can grow this attractive blossoming plant and enjoy its captivating scent. See our top recommendations.

Root cuttings are a fun way of propagating new plants, and rooting hormone can increase the odds of success. After researching various products, we've compiled this list of our favorites.

With suitable soil and an optimal fertilizer, this showy shrub will produce a bounty of large, beautiful blooms. See our favorites here.

Ensure perfectly crisp lines by choosing the right painter’s tape and knowing how to apply it.

Trash cans come in a surprising range of sizes and styles. Here’s how to pick the perfect receptacle for any room.