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Ace Hardware Fall Lawn Care Essentials Options
Lawn Care

Prep your yard to survive winter and thrive in spring while saving on must-have tools, fertilizers, and grass seed.

The Best Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Living

A toasty, crackling fire makes any outdoor space feel more inviting. Keep warm and cozy on the patio or in your backyard with the best outdoor fireplaces.

Tushy Classic 3.0 Bidet installed on a white toilet
Reviews

A bidet can replace toilet paper and make it easier to clean your bottom. We tested a best-selling bidet to see what all the hype is about.

A living room with grey carpet and white couch is on the left side, and a living room with light-colored hardwood flooring and a white couch is on the right.
Flooring

Price, comfort, return on investment: There’s a lot to consider when deciding which of the two popular flooring options is right for your home.

The Best PVC Pipe Cutter Options
Reviews

Make quick work of plumbing and irrigation projects with these top PVC pipe cutters.

The Best Cordless Screwdriver Options
Tools & Materials

Top-quality, easy-to-tote cordless screwdrivers reduce forearm fatigue and speed up your project’s progress. We tested several popular cordless screwdrivers—read on to find out how they fared.

A young person is using a dry mop to clean hardwood flooring.
Flooring

Want your wood flooring to last for decades? Avoid these cleansers, tools, and other items that can damage them.

A child's bare feet are lightly touching the wooden floor.
Flooring

Wood floors are trending, but are they right for your lifestyle? Think twice about hardwood if you're a musician, have pets, or if any of its downsides give you pause.

Close up of an ax with its blade pointed into the round of a log.
Skills & Techniques

Splitting wood doesn’t have to be a backbreaking experience. Learn which tools you need, and the right technique to employ, finish the task safely.

Satellite view of hurricane Dorian, year 2019.
Exterior

With the 2024 hurricane season baffling experts, learn how to stay prepared.

Cutting a PVC pipe with a pipe cutter.
Workshop

Use these tools to get the best results when cutting plastic PVC piping.

A woman is pruning a fruit tree in front of her home.
Landscaping

The right tools, the right time, and the right procedure for late summer pruning can result in healthier, shapelier plants that produce more blooms and better growth.

A person at home using tablet with smart home control functions.
Home Technology

Experts weigh in on the pros and cons.

The Best Mop For Tile Floors Option
Cleaning Supplies

An ergonomic and effective mop can make cleaning floors feel like less of a chore. Bring a squeaky-clean shine back to your tile floors with these functional and affordable mops.

Linsy Sofa Review
Furniture & Decor

The Linsy Home Rubik III is a high-quality modular sofa that adds versatility and elegance to any home.

The Best Putty Knives
Reviews

A reliable putty knife is an essential tool for repairing nail holes, taping and mudding seams on newly installed drywall, and scraping off old paint or wallpaper.

Hand shaking toilet flusher.
Repair & Maintenance

A water flow problem is likely causing the the toilet noise you're hearing. Learn which toilet parts need your attention.

Person inserts a soil test probe into a hole in a grassy yard.
Gardening

Give your plants the very best chance of survival by growing them in suitable soil.

A teal chair and two small white metal tables are placed in a concrete basement room.
Basements

Can't afford a full basement renovation, but still want to be able to use the space comfortably? These DIY updates can make a big difference.

Overhead view of a man setting a wax ring around the toilet pipe opening on a tile floor.
Bathrooms

Is water puddling around the base of your toilet? Here’s how to replace a failing wax ring.