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Person wearing winter clothing pushing a snow blower through a snowy driveway.
Tools

How you maintain a snow blower directly correlates with how prepared you are for this season's snowfall. Repairing and replacing spark plugs, shear pins, and more will keep your machine running smoothly.

The Best Applicator for Deck Stain Options
Tools & Materials

From brush to sprayer, and everything in between, we put them all through the paces to find the right products for your deck-staining project.

The Best Water Cooler
Appliances & Cookware

For cool, refreshing water on demand—or hot water for instant tea and coffee—invest in a plumbed-in or freestanding water cooler.

how to change a tire
Skills & Techniques

Change your flat tire and get back on the road safely with these simple steps.

how to change a bike tire
Repair & Maintenance

Bicycle tire flats are inevitable, so learn how to replace the tire on your bike before anything can interrupt your ride.

A DIYer using an air compressor for home improvement projects with a graphic overlay that says Tool Tutorial.
Skills & Techniques

We take a close look at these versatile tools, and share how to get the most out of air compressors at home.

interior car detailing
Cleaning & Organizing

Forget about shelling out big bucks when you clean your car's interior. Achieve a new-car smell with these affordable at-home interior car detailing tips and tricks.

The Best Chimineas Options
Reviews

Bring warmth, style, and comfort to your lounge space with a new chiminea that suits your decor, budget, and fuel preferences.

The Best Spray Paints for Metal Options
Paint Needs

Don’t fight with a brush or roller when you can quickly and easily use a can of spray paint on metal surfaces, appliances, and other metalworking projects.

few contour gauges on the floor
Tools & Materials

Don’t let those odd corners and complex shapes bring your project to a halt. A contour gauge can help you trace those shapes to make the perfect cut.

A used and a new furnace filter, propped side by side.
Heating

Furnace filters keep air quality high and energy bills low—but what's the schedule for replacing them?

A fallen tree on an outdoor air conditioner unit.
Heating & Cooling

Don’t get caught unprepared. Follow these recommendations for protecting your HVAC system before, during, and after a storm.

An open dishwasher, with water filling the bottom of the appliance.
Repair & Maintenance

Is there a sudsy puddle inside your dishwasher, and you can't get the water to drain? Try these troubleshooting tips.

Close up view of moss and leaves on the ground.
Landscaping

Homeowners don't have to resort to using herbicides to get rid of moss in a lawn. These alternate methods are natural, effective, and won't harm your family or property.

Close up of woman's hand setting up intelligent home system, controlling smart home appliances with control panel of a smart home.
Appliances

As technology plunges ahead, more customers are seeking the comfort and convenience of the past with old-fashioned button controls instead of touch screens.

Gel Fuel Fireplace Review
Reviews

I tested Solo Stove’s new indoor/outdoor chiminea and was impressed by its ability to deliver cozy warmth without smoke, fumes, or mess.

The Best Hammer Drills
Power Tools

Find the multipurpose hammer drill—a versatile tool combining the functions of an impact driver, a drill, and a small jackhammer—that’s just right for your masonry and metal projects.

The Best Outdoor Tiles
Lawn & Garden

Durable, easy to maintain, and so stylish, these outdoor tiles can play a key role in creating a gorgeous, bespoke outdoor space.

Hardscaping stairs in a backyard with a stone wall and foliage.
Landscaping

Hardscaping can add form and function to a yard, but resist the urge to overdo it with these cautions and tips.

A person potting houseplants.
House Plants

See some common soil slip-ups and the simple solutions to solve them.