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Gest Rolling Toolbags Group
Tools & Materials

After Researching 20+ Rolling Tool Bags, We Tested Our Favorites and Our Top Picks is a Game Changer

Don’t make the project any harder than it has to be. Roll your tools to the job and save your back with the best rolling tool bag.

A young couple assembling kitchen cabinets in their new apartment.
Cleaning & Organizing

17 Home Updates You Can (and Should) Do in Winter

Don't let winter weather derail your home fix-up plans. Being stuck inside is actually the perfect excuse for taking on these home improvement projects.

A person lighting a gas fireplace in a living room.
Fireplaces & Chimneys

How to Light a Gas Fireplace the Right Way

Learn how to properly—and safely—light gas fireplaces with a control panel or a key.

Woman plugs coffee maker into an electrical outlet in a kitchen.
Lighting & Electrical

Electrical Outlet Not Working? 8 Common Reasons Why and How to Fix Them

Believe it or not, a homeowner can often solve the mystery of a malfunctioning outlet before calling in a pro. Keep reading to know which solutions are DIY-able and which could use a call to an electrician.

The Best Bathroom Faucets Options
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

After Researching 20+ Bathroom Faucets, Our Favorite Offers Hands-Free Operation and is Easy to Install

Bathrooms improve our daily lives and can boost home resale value, so faucets shouldn’t just work—they should shine and save water, too.

Woman pulls a smoke detector off its bracket, which is positioned above a doorframe.
Repair & Maintenance

Why Is My Smoke Detector Beeping? 

If your smoke detector is chirping or beeping, it might be trying to tell you something. Keep your home protected with proper smoke alarm maintenance.

The Best Christmas Tree Bags Options
Holiday Decorations

Store Your Artificial Christmas Tree With One of the Best Christmas Tree Bags

The best Christmas tree bag will safely store your holiday cheer until festivities come around again.

Orange peel textured blue-and-white striped walls in an Alice in Wonderland-themed bathroom.
Painting & Finishing

How to Texture Walls 5 Different Ways

Raise visual interest in your home by raising the texture of your walls. Knowing how to texture drywall adds a finishing touch to DIY projects.

Man putting dry firewood into brick-surrounded fireplace at home.
DIY

Bob Vila’s 10 “Must Do” Projects for January

It's a new year, and the perfect chance to start fresh! These tasks that will help you restart, reorganize, and reinvigorate your home this month.

The Best Cordless Glue Guns Options
Tools & Materials

After Hours of Crafting, We Have a Clear Favorite Cordless Glue Gun

Rather than being tethered to an electrical outlet, the right cordless glue gun lets you move freely around your workspace to complete crafts, DIY projects, and small repairs.

The Best Outdoor Solar Lights on a picnic on a deck
Reviews

Through Wind, Rain, and Snow, We Tested Some of the Best Outdoor Solar Lights and Were Amazed by the Results

Traditional paste wallpaper installed on a living room accent wall.
Walls & Ceilings

Interior Designers Reveal Their Honest Opinions on Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper vs. Paste

Read this if you’ve ever wanted to ask a professional designer: “Is peel-and-stick good wallpaper?”

Five Wood Routers For Beginners on a wood deck
Power Tools

The Best Wood Routers for Beginners

A wood router offers unrivaled versatility for woodworkers of all skill levels. The following guide can help beginners choose their first tool.

Pestie Smart Pest Plan Review Pestie kit components
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Is a Pest Control Subscription a Better Deal? A Pestie Smart Pest Plan Review

If you want to control costs while protecting your home, this system might be the solution you’ve been looking for.

Anker Solix C300 DC Portable Power Station on floor next to white drawer
Tech & Electronics

I Powered My Laptop for 7 Days With a 5-Square-Inch Power Station: A Solix C300 DC Portable Power Station Review

Subcompact size, ample capacity, and the right mix of outlets make this one of the most compelling power banks for camping and travel.

The Best Benchtop Drill Press Option
Reviews

The Best Benchtop Drill Presses Tested in 2025

Recent safety improvements and technological advances make these drill presses ideal for DIY workshop projects.

Vego Garden Kitchen Composter on marble countertop
Appliances & Cookware

I’m a Gardener and Composter, and This Is My Favorite Electric Composter

I tested this compact composter for over three months, and it simplifies the composting process—perfect for turning daily kitchen scraps into valuable garden gold.

Top view of EcoFlow River 3 on picnic table
Major Systems

After 30 Days of Testing, This Compact Power Station Is a Bargain

This device makes it easier than ever to charge on the go, stay up and running during a power outage, and manage your charging preferences.

Diamond rink in sink next to an open sink drain.
DIY

How to Fix a Bathroom Sink Stopper

Find out how to disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and replace a bathroom sink stopper.

Close up of wax paper roll.
Repurposing

6 Astonishing Uses for Wax Paper Around the House

Wax paper isn’t just for baking and storing food. Discover how versatile this everyday household item can be for cleaning, gardening, and even pest control.