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The Best Peel and Stick Floor Tiles FloorPops Medina 03
Reviews

Yes, Peel-and-Stick Floor Tiles Really Work—And These Are the Best

Peel-and-stick floor tiles give the look of hardwood, stone, or ceramic tile as an affordable flooring option that's DIY-friendly. We tested a handful of options to bring you the best.

The Best Gas Pressure Washer Options
Tools & Materials

After 2 Weeks Washing Cars, Stripping Paint, and Cleaning Concrete, We Found the 5 Best Gas Pressure Washers

Whether you need to scrub stains from siding or get grime off gutters, these gas pressure washers have enough portable cleaning power to handle any task you throw at them.

The AeroGarden Bounty Hydroponic System with its light shining on healthy growing plants.
Lawn, Garden & Pool

We Tested 8 Hydroponic Systems, and Our Favorite is One of the Least Expensive 

Hoping to enjoy fresh herbs, fruits, and vegetables year-round? We tested some of the most popular indoor hydroponic systems to help folks find the ideal option for growing produce at home.

Deals Roundup 2/7 Option: AeroGarden Harvest
Lawn Care & Gardening

Hydroponic Gardeners, Rejoice: AeroGarden Is Back

After shutting its doors last year, the popular hydroponics company AeroGarden announced a relaunch for spring 2025, and is officially back in business.

Luxurious finished basement with large sectional couch, area rug, and polished wood-look floors.
Flooring

10 Basement Flooring Ideas That DIYers Can Install Themselves

Give the basement a refreshing new look with a flooring installation project. 

Woman watering her front yard garden with a hose.
Lawn Care & Gardening

2025 Is Abundant With Garden Trends to Consider Before Planting This Spring

Plus, more home and garden news to read up on.

15 Easy Designs for a DIY Desk
Workshop

15 Easy Designs for a DIY Desk

No matter the size of your space or the materials you have on hand, you can build a functional desk for your needs.

A young woman standing in the kitchen and putting the vegetables skin to make compost for a zero waste lifestyle.
Plumbing

This Is the Biggest Problem for Most Garbage Disposals (Plus, How to Fix It Yourself)

Plumbers agree that homeowners don’t always understand what can and cannot go down a garbage disposal.

9 Signs You Have a Pest Problem in the Garden
Garden Pests

9 Signs You Have a Pest Problem in the Garden

Decode the clues that sneaky garden gremlins leave behind and banish the little buggers with these pro tips.

The Best Grass Seed Option
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Make Your Neighbors Green With Lawn Envy Thanks to Our Favorite Grass Seed

After researching grass seed for a variety of applications and speaking to an industry expert, we have narrowed our list down to the 10 best.

A vinyl plank flooring floor in a living room
Reviews

The Best Vinyl Plank Flooring for Your Home

Vinyl planks are an attractive, durable, easy-to-install, and affordable flooring option. This in-depth article looks at how to select the best product for any home or business.

The Best Sofa Brands Option
Furniture & Decor

The 20 Best Sofa Brands of 2025

When it’s time to update this hardworking piece of furniture, start with these brands for the most stylish and durable options.

The Best Places to Buy a Bathroom Vanity Options
Reviews

The 15 Best Places to Buy a Bathroom Vanity

Shopping for a bathroom vanity? We’ve narrowed down the best places to start your search.

A mother and son scraping off old wallpaper and glue off a bedroom wall.
Walls & Ceilings

How to Remove Wallpaper Glue

To remove wallpaper glue, you don't need any advanced skills or exotic tools—only energy and time.

The Best Raised Garden Bed Options
Reviews

After Extensive Testing, These Are Our 9 Best Raised Garden Beds for Growing Plants

Raised garden beds simplify gardening and give the yard a tailored, finished look. We evaluated top models on the market—find out how they fared in our hands-on tests.

Woman using box of baking soda to clean a jetted tub.
Tubs & Showers

How to Clean a Jacuzzi

Don't let a relaxing soak in your whirlpool tub be cut short by mold and other debris floating in the water. Follow these steps to get both the tub and jets clean again.

Woman tapes the caulking in front of her bathroom mirror with painter's tape.
Bathrooms

The Dos and Don’ts of Caulking the Bathroom

Choosing and using caulk the right way will get you a pro-quality finish around showers, tubs, and toilets.

Close up of stacks of terracotta flower pots on a stone floor and wooden box.
Lawn Care & Gardening

5 Brilliant Ways to Use Terra-Cotta Pots Around the House

Terra-cotta pots—even broken ones—have many uses beyond simply growing plants. From practical purposes to decorative details, this old standby used for millennia can serve fresh functions.

The Best Seed Starting Mix Options
Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Seed Starting Mixes of 2025 for Successful Germination

Giving flowers and vegetables a head start with seed saves money and offers gardeners a wider selection of plants. To increase your odds for success, use a growing mix designed especially for seed germination.

Bobcat ZT3500 Zero Turn Mower: At a Glance
Lawn, Garden & Pool

We Tested a $10,000 Riding Mower to See if It’s Worth the Cost

If you have a large property or a small business, spend now save later could be a winning strategy.