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An upstairs spare bedroom furnished with a neatly made bed, two nightstands, dresser, and an extra chair.
Bedrooms

Give your guests the five-star treatment so that they can unwind in comfortable privacy while you focus on entertaining.

Unrecognizable woman sweeping the parquet floor, window light reflection.
Cleaning & Organizing

Now is the time to kick germs to the curb and prepare your house for cold and flu season.

Weather Guard Tool Box Review
Storage & Organizing

When it comes to storing and transporting pricey power tools, a well-crafted truck saddle box can be your best friend.

set of the best shop stools close-up
Furniture & Decor

Bending at an awkward height can put undue strain on your back, neck, and shoulders. Work more comfortably with the best shop stool.

The Best Home Energy Monitor
Tech & Electronics

Use a home energy monitor to identify and correct energy inefficiencies and save money on your electric bill.

The Best Whole House Humidifiers Option installed and working is what appears to be a utility room.
HVAC

Combat uncomfortable dry air with an affordable whole-house humidifier that can restore the proper moisture balance throughout your home.

A Kohler standby home generator installed outside of a residence.

A whole-house generator can provide you with peace of mind. It can also increase the value of your home by more than the expense of having it installed.

A person pushes a small green lawn spreader around on a freshly mowed lawn
Garden Pests

Does your lawn have bare patches in late summer and autumn? If so, grub worms may be grubbing down on your grass’s roots.

Sunseeker Robotic Lawn Mower Review
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Robot mowers can take a painfully long time to set up, but not the Sunseeker X7.

The Best Whole-House Surge Protector Options
Tech & Electronics

A whole-house surge protector can prevent external power surges from damaging your electronics.

Wooden floating shelves with plants and calendar on a light-colored wall.
Storage

Floating shelves are perfect additions to a modern, minimalist living space, but how do they attach to the wall? We'll show you how to secure floating shelves to drywall, plaster, or wall studs.

Grime, dirt, and peeling paint are visible on the surface of a vintage wrought iron fence detailed with fleur de lis designs.
Cleaning & Organizing

Keep your outdoor furniture and decor looking pristine with these expert tips on cleaning wrought iron.

Woman hangs a beige coat on a closet rod.
Storage

How high should you hang your clothes for optimal closet access? Grab your tape measure—we'll help you find the ideal closet rod height.

Kids Gift Guide Options
Gifts

This gift guide can help you choose the best gift for the little ones in your life.

Close-up of a "for sale" sign on post in front yard of house
Home Insurance

People have been flocking to disaster-prone areas, but that might soon change after the latest devastating hurricanes.

October Innovations and New Products
Hand Tools

While Dyson and Bissell work to make cleaning easier, three top tool brands add to their lineups—but that's not all October has in store for Bob Vila readers.

The Best Gifts for New Homeowners
Gifts

With so many items to choose from, finding the best gifts for new homeowners can be intimidating. Our comprehensive guide can help you find the perfect option to welcome them home.

A group of the best LED lantern options lit up on the ground in a wooded area
Reviews

Whether preparing for a power outage, an emergency, a camping trip, or a hiking trek, the best LED lantern can undoubtedly come in handy. Use this tested guide to find the right hands-free light for your needs.

The Best Handheld Vacuum Options laid out on the floor inside a room
Cleaning Supplies

To find the best handheld vacuum for your needs and budget, figure out which features you need and consult this roundup of top favorites.

A pink colonial style home with an American flag attached to the front is shadowed by large trees.
Attics

The paranormal phenomena you’ve experienced at home could have logical explanations…or do you legitimately have roommates from beyond the grave?