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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.

Bioluminescent wood lit up neon green.
Green Building & Remodeling

You’ve Probably Never Seen Lumber Like This Before

Newly discovered naturally glowing wood could create sustainable furniture and lighting products in the future.

How to Keep False Smoke Alarms From Going Off
Home Safety

How to Keep False Smoke Alarms From Going Off While You Cook

Get back to cooking without worrying about the loud, annoying beeping of a false smoke alarm.

The Best Multi-Purpose Steam Cleaners Options
Cleaning Supplies

After Using These Steam Cleaners for 30 Days, There is One Clear Winner

Remove built-up dirt, dust, pet dander, and other debris from carpets, floors, and upholstery with the help of a trusty multi-purpose steam cleaner. See our favorite models here.

The Best LED Shop Lights Options
Reviews

The Best LED Shop Lights of 2025

Shop lighting can be a complex issue. In this article, learn how to create the proper illumination level for any workspace.

Behr Essential Gray as one of the best neutral paint colors on a living room wall.
Paints & Finishes

The 20 Best Neutral Paint Colors for Your Home in 2025

Transform your living spaces with these designer-approved hues that bring timeless elegance and versatility.

Woman selecting clothes from her wardrobe for donating to a Charity shop.
Cleaning & Organizing

25 Things to Get Rid of Before 2025

Get a head start on a fresh New Year by clearing your house of clutter right now.

Exterior white vent of a clothes dryer on a house with light blue siding.
Building & Installing

How to Install a Dryer Vent

Having your dryer properly vented is crucial in keeping the appliance operating effectively and avoiding the risk of fire or water damage to your home. Fortunately, installing a dryer vent is easy to do.

31 Vintage Christmas Ideas Worth Revisiting This Year
Holidays & Celebrations

31 Vintage Christmas Ideas Worth Revisiting This Year

Done with Christmas commercialism? Revisiting Yuletide ideas from days gone by may lead to new family traditions, and your jolliest holiday season yet.

How to Remove Concrete Stains
Cleaning & Organizing

How to Remove Concrete Stains

Conquer unsightly splotches on your driveway, patio, and garage floor to restore the handsome looks of those hardworking surfaces.

The Best Bench Vise Options layout
Tools & Materials

The Best Bench Vises, Tested and Reviewed

We tested the highest-rated bench vises on the market. Find out which ones will provide the best gripping power for your workshop projects.

A groundhog (right) and gopher (left).
Garden Pests

Gopher vs. Groundhog: What’s the Difference?

Learn the key differences in the size, appearance, behavior, and feeding habits of gophers and groundhogs.

Problems You Can Fix With Just Glue
Repair & Maintenance

12 Problems You Can Fix With Just Glue

Not all repairs require a full assortment of tools.

A DIYer using a belt sander to remove wood from a porch beam with a graphic overlay that says Tool Tutorial.
Tools

How to Use a Belt Sander

No other sander beats a belt sander for rapid material removal, yet some belt sanders are capable of detailed work, too. We look at how to get the best results from these powerful, versatile tools.

The Best PoE Security Camera Systems Options
Reviews

The Best PoE Security Camera Systems

Boost your security presence and keep a watchful eye on your property with a PoE security camera system.

Wooden illuminated greenhouse in backyard
Building & Installing

12 DIY Greenhouse Plans for Gardeners on a Budget 

Choose one of these easy-to-follow greenhouse designs and make your own indoor conservatory where plants can grow and flourish.