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The Best Coping Saw Options
Hand Tools

The Best Coping Saws for Cutting Molding, Tested

Coping saws offer woodworkers the ability to make intricate cuts that require a little finesse. Check out our guide to find the right model for tackling any trim job.

Birdfy Bath Pro set up in yard
Lawn Care & Gardening

Birdfy and Bird Buddy Announce 4 Ingenious New Products That Take Bird-Watching to The Next Level

It's not just bird-watching, either—you'll also be able to watch insects and plants with some of these new gadgets!

Close-up of male hands cutting trunk with chainsaw
Tools & Materials

The Best Chainsaw Mills for Cutting Lumber

A chainsaw mill converts rough logs into useful boards and beams right where the tree was felled.

Moen Arbor MotionSense close up
Reviews

 I Had This Simple Kitchen Upgrade For Only 6 Months—And It’s Worth Every Penny

Touchless faucets are a popular update item on homeowners’ kitchen reno lists. I tested this one to see if they’re really worth the hype.

Woman crouches inside her bathtub behind dirty shower door, cleaning it with a squeegee.
Bathrooms

How to Remove Soap Scum From Tubs and Showers

Get rid of that gross, filmy layer coating your tub, shower, and tile—and keep it away for good.

A group of the best tile saw options grouped together in on a driveway
Power Tools

We Researched 25 Tile Saws and Determined the 7 Best Ones—Here’s the One That Aced Almost Every Test

We tested tile saws for your next project. Learn how to choose the right one to cut through tiles with precision.

A woman in a yellow shirt prunes a lemon tree with shears.
Gardening

How to Prune a Lemon Tree the Right Way

How and when should you prune your lemon tree, so it isn’t a “lemon” at producing foliage, flowers, and fruit? Here's what you need to know.

Wall of decorative artificial houseplants.
House Plants

You Won’t Believe These 5 Houseplants Are Fake (and Better for Decorating Than Their Live Equivalents)

Certain plants are too high maintenance, trigger allergies, attract pests, or are toxic, so consider their faux versions.

Young woman blowing her nose with a tissue at home on her couch.
Cleaning

Why Am I Suddenly Allergic to My House?

Discover how pests, chemicals, and other elements in your home could trigger unpleasant symptoms—and what you can do about them.

Cellulose insulation inside a home attic.
Insulation

7 Things Homeowners Should Know About Cellulose Insulation

Homeowners in the market for new insulation won’t want to overlook cellulose as an energy-efficient, eco-friendly option.

A welder using a stick welder to weld a metal project in the garage.
Workshop

How to Stick Weld Like a Pro

Simple equipment and process make stick welding a popular and useful skill for homeowners to learn.

A built-in bookshelf displaying and storing books and decor in a dining room.
Storage

9 Built-In Bookshelf Ideas for Customizable Storage and Display

Discover functional and attractive solutions to organize and show off books, decorations, and more.

Rheem Water Heater Review Inside unit and case
Reviews

I Was Out of Space and Options—Then I Found the Rheem Tankless Water Heater

In my small utility area, a bulky tank water heater was out of the question, so I installed a tankless water heater. Here’s what happened.

A girl sitting at a kitchen table with a pendant light overhead.
Lighting & Electrical

10 Kitchen Table Lighting Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

The right light fixtures can transform an ordinary table into a welcoming spot for family meals, homework sessions, and dinner parties.

Things Never to Do With Your Space Heater
Heating

14 Space Heater Safety Mistakes That Could Burn Down Your House

When Old Man Winter comes calling, reduce the risk of home heating fires by using your space heater safely.

A person gardening in their kitchen holding a small indoor hot pepper plant.
House Plants

Our Favorite New Plants of 2024 and Why We Love Them

From dazzling houseplants to mini edible classics, these fresh introductions will inspire gardeners of all levels to grow something new.

Garlic cloves growing indoors in pots.
House Plants

Yes, It’s Possible to Grow Garlic Indoors—Here’s How

Enjoy fresh flavor all year long by learning how to grow garlic indoors. It’s easier than you think because this allium doesn’t need a lot of space or attention.

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.