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Lawn & Garden

12 Ways to Fix a Soggy Yard

If your yard turns into a pond after a storm, these solutions can help you manage the excess water and grow great grass.

close-up of the Traeger Pro Series 575 Pellet Grill set outside
Grills

The Meat Doesn’t Lie—This Traeger Grill Is Worth Every Penny

This spacious pellet grill uses a Wi-Fi-enabled app to smoke luscious ribs, roasts, and more without a minute of babysitting.

The Best Solar Pool Heater Option installed on a roof
Reviews

We Found The Best Solar Pool Heaters for Every Type of Pool

Warm up that ice-cold pool without wasting electricity with one of these efficient solar pool heaters.

Woman in the yard hanging a seed feeder and hummingbird feeder from shepherd's hook.
DIY

How to Clean Bird Feeders

Cleaning bird feeders helps prevent the spread of disease among our feathered friends. These steps will help you get your seed and hummingbird feeders ready for their next meal.

Someone relaxing in a hammock outside among the trees
Outdoor Furniture

Our Favorite Hammock Stand Sets Up in 5 Minutes and Holds Up to 550 Pounds

See which hammock stands are ideal for backyard lounging, camping trips, and everything in between. After testing, there was one clear winner.

Leatherman Signal multitool Review
Reviews

Leatherman’s Newest Release is a Must-Have for Weekend Trips

This multi-tool has what it takes for outdoor survival, but some features could get in the way in the workshop.

DeWalt free tools during Lowe's BOGO deal June 2025
Deals

Get A Free DeWalt Power Tool at Lowe’s—Here’s How

Lowe’s is giving away a free DeWalt power tool (worth up to $249) when you buy a 2-pack of 4.0Ah batteries.

Man drills plywood in basement walls.
Basements

The Dos and Don’ts of Finishing Basement Walls

You can gain a lot of square footage by finishing a basement, but below-grade concrete walls require special consideration before the space is habitable. To build comfortable living quarters, here's what you need to know.

Person wearing work gloves files the teeth on a chainsaw chain.
Workshop

How to Sharpen a Chainsaw

A chainsaw with a dull chain is a safety hazard, and won't cut cleanly or effectively. This guide will help keep your tool in good working order.

Two people enjoying grilled foods, cooked on a Monument Grills Eminence 605 grill
Outdoor Kitchens

The 3 Secret Ingredients to a Truly Memorable Cookout

When planning this season’s outdoor gatherings, remember the recipe for success starts with a quality grill.

Grizzly jointer planer jointing mode
Tools & Materials

Our Favorite Jointer Delivers a Professional Performance at Half the Price

Find out which features you should consider when choosing a jointer for your workshop, and don’t miss our list of top models.

Milwaukee M12 Combo Kit Deal
Deals

Hurry, The Home Depot Is Slashing Prices on Milwaukee Power Tools

This 5-tool Milwaukee kit is now 50% off, and it’s one of the season's best buys.

Milwaukee Free Tools on Gray Background Free Tools Deal at Home Depot
Deals

Hurry, For a Limited Time You Can Score Free Milwaukee Power Tools at The Home Depot

The Home Depot is offering free Milwaukee power tools. Hurry, this deal won't last long.

Ryobi Days Free Tool Deals at The Home Depot
Deals

Ryobi Days Are Back and The Home Depot Is Giving Away Free Ryobi Power Tools for July 4th

During Ryobi Days, The Home Depot is taking 45% off this battery kit—and throwing in a top-rated power tool for free.

Worker building the wooden frame of a new house.
Architecture

Wood as Strong as Iron: The Latest Breakthrough in Sustainable Construction Materials

A team of researchers might have found a way for wood to compete with traditionally stronger construction materials.

A gardener planting flowers in pots for a container garden.
Gardening

These Are the 11 Best Flowering Plants for Pots

Planting flowers in containers allows for a moveable feast for the eyes and provides color in places not possible with in-ground gardening.

Small garden shed in nicely landscaped backyard.
Sheds & ADUs

17 DIY Shed Plans Perfect for Garden Storage, She Sheds, Studios, and More

Grab that toolbox and get ready to build a DIY shed for a favorite hobby, lawn and garden supplies, or seasonal storage.

A view of the interior of an organized garage.
Home Services

The 5 Best Garage Organization Companies

The best garage organization companies can help declutter and organize the garage with unique storage solutions.

An aerial view of a neatly organizes drawer of clothing.
Home Services

Cluttered Home? The 7 Best Home Organization Services Can Help

When it’s time to get a home organized, residents can easily get overwhelmed and stressed. The best home organization services can help residents declutter and organize their home in a way that works for them.

A view of an empty walk-in closet.
Storage & Organizing

The 6 Best Closet Design Companies

Closets can easily become a place where clutter collects. The best closet design companies can help get—and keep—closets in order.