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This backyard staple is my favorite patio upgrade. Marked down to 60% off, it's sure to sell out.

Create a bug-free work space in your garage without having to close the door with one of these top garage door screens.

To attract certain types of birds, choose the right bird feeder and learn how to take care of it properly.

A dryer vent that's clogged with lint doesn't just reduce the appliance's efficiency—it is a potential fire hazard. Here’s how to get your vent clean and keep it that way.

Brad nailers and finish nailers look similar, but they're used for different sorts of projects. How can you tell the difference between the tools, and which one is best for your next project?

Master this tool and technique, and you can rest assured that whatever you mount to the wall—mirror, television, or shelves—will stay in place.

Drywall anchors are used to hold everything from lightweight pictures to heavy cabinets, but which one is right for which job?

A new generation is busting myths about age and home improvement projects.

Each week, we bring you the hottest deals in Bob Vila-favorite categories like power tools, hand tools, home essentials, and more.

If you don’t have time to paint an entire room, a fresh coat of paint on your baseboards can be transformative.

Transform your kitchen or bath with these peel-and-stick backsplashes that mimic tile—no grout, stress, or installer necessary.

Protecting yourself is paramount.

Does your garden explode with color in early summer, and fade away fast? Consider planting these late summer flowers, which bring variety and a rainbow of hues to any garden bed.

Heavy-duty twisting often requires the help of a torque wrench. Fill your tool box with the torque wrenches you'll need for repairs and projects.

Antsy about the insects on your property? Chemicals aren't the solution. Look to plants like thyme, mums, and marigolds instead.

Turn heads in your neighborhood with these winning features that echo history.

With warm soil and just-warming air temperatures, June is the perfect time to get these annuals, herbs, and vegetables into the ground.

This battery-powered weeding tool makes yard work easier—and it’s 80% off at Lowe’s right now.

Tackle growth with these effective tricks, according to patio-cleaning experts.

Stay on top of cleaning the water filter and testing chemicals in the water, among other important tasks.