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Protect and shine your wood the DIY way! These inexpensive furniture polish recipes take just minutes to make.

This high-output inverter generator handled demanding shop tools with minimal power drop, making it a compelling option for serious home backup.

Cordless snow blowers can be pricey, yes, but after testing the Snow Joe Ionmax, we can confirm that this winter luxury doesn’t need to break the bank.

A generator can mean the difference between comfort and misery during a power outage. Gas it up or plug it in incorrectly, however, and your safety could be at risk.

This straightforward weekend project addressed years of overlooked heat loss—and will make the workspace more comfortable come summer, too.

Get clean, reliable, quiet electricity in a pinch with these top power producers—tested and approved.

We’ve been looking at the best devices to keep you warm when the power goes out.

Ace’s winter Milwaukee promotion lets shoppers add a free M18 tool – worth up to $249 – to select kits and tools. Here’s how to get the most value.

When winter gives you snow, pile it up—far away from your driveway, that is, with the help of this rapid-charging shovel’s mighty 20-foot throw distance.

Winter savings are heating up at The Home Depot – buy select DeWalt 20V MAX kits and choose a free pro-grade tool valued up to $249.

When shopping for humidifiers, it's important to consider budget, room size, and noise level. Our guide will help you decide whether an evaporative or ultrasonic humidifier is right for you.

Once you understand the right saw to use for the job, your next DIY project is sure to be a cut above the rest.

Brighten your wardrobe with a lighting system that best suits your needs.

A high-quality home tool kit comes with a range of common tools that make completing DIY projects and repairs easy.

From app control to voice commands, smart light bulbs make it easy to add convenience and automation to any home.

Buy a qualifying Ryobi tool and choose a full-size free tool—options include a $99 router, impact wrench, and multi-tool.

If you’re ready to declutter your home, one of these easy-to-install, customizable closet systems should suit your storage needs.

Buying the right furniture, rugs, and curtains can make your home feel more spacious than it is.

The retractable Hoselink has proven itself over months of summer heat and winter cold to be a durable, tidy, and surprisingly stylish solution for long-distance garden watering.

These evaporative humidifiers scored the highest marks when it came to tackling dry winter air without unnecessary upkeep.