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Shop $99 drill kits, discounted batteries, and tool bundles with up to $370 off for your next project or a favorite DIYer.

Take care of these painting and sealing jobs to protect your outdoor furniture, walkways, and structures before winter hits.

From nostalgic roofline lights to a mailbox made for letters to Santa, these tested outdoor decorations bring holiday cheer to porches, yards, and entryways.

Soup, sandwich, salad, leftovers—whatever you pack will stay fresh if you have the right lunch box. These top options provide easy access to their contents and are durable enough for rugged jobsite environments.

Hoping to enjoy fresh herbs, fruits, and vegetables year-round? We tested some of the most popular indoor hydroponic systems to help folks find the ideal option for growing produce at home.

Buy a Kobalt 24V four-tool combo kit for $299 and choose a free jigsaw, reciprocating saw, impact wrench, or other tool worth up to $169.

Finish fall cleanup with discounted Worx, Greenworks, and Black+Decker equipment, from trimmers and leaf blowers to chainsaws and mowers ready for spring.

Save on flocked trees, lighted reindeer, oversized wreaths, and a Santa-on-a-motorcycle inflatable while there’s still plenty to choose from.

Give the pro in your life a gift they can use at home or on the job site.

Stay cozy throughout your home by addressing the chilliest spots.

When you're cutting down trees or splitting wood for your backyard campfire, wielding an axe improperly can have dire consequences.

Is the world outside your window so loud you can’t hear yourself think? Overcome outdoor noise with these window-soundproofing strategies.

These retailers will reward you for giving them your unwanted electronics, furniture, and housewares. 

Don’t get stranded by a dead battery or a flat tire. Here’s what worked—and what didn’t—in our hands-on tests.

Shop the premium tool brand for less, with a $210 M12 FUEL combo kit, discounted M18 power tools, and PACKOUT storage for the DIY gift list.

Save money on utility bills and reduce overall energy consumption with the best water heater blanket for your tank, home, and budget.

Bring these cold-tender plants indoors for the chilly months and they'll flourish again when the weather warms again.

Shop $99 saw-and-battery bundles, AirStrike nailers, rolling toolboxes, and stocking stuffers from $4.97 for the DIYers on your list.

Are you over Christmas commercialism? Revisit these tech-free, 20th-century traditions for your best holiday yet.

Shop Red Shed gingerbread pillows, lighted farm animals, and cowboy stockings for a country Christmas, with deals on decor for the porch, mantel, and sofa.