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From compact backyard models to high-tech smokers with WiFi and AI cooking assistance, these pellet grills delivered flavorful results, steady temperatures, and easier outdoor cooking during our hands-on tests.

Amazon’s July 4th fire pit deals include smokeless fire pits, propane models, grill-top fire pits, tabletop fire bowls, and backyard fire pits from Sunjoy, Solo Stove, Outland Living, Bali Outdoors, Sunnydaze, and more.

Building a DIY porch swing isn't just a project for pros! Whether you dream of a classic wooden swing or a suspended daybed, one of these porch swing plans is sure to please.

There's a lot you can do to keep squirrels from digging through your flower beds, damaging your tree trunks, and nesting in your attic.

Building your own regulation set of cornhole boards is an enjoyable carpentry project that yields lasting fun.

Keep peace with your neighbors by staying on top of trimming tree limbs, pulling weeds, fixing broken fences, and more.

Summer temperatures are hotter than ever. These tactics can save your plants from dying when temperatures approach triple digits.

A good above-ground pool vacuum can take some stress off your filtration system by removing debris from the bottom of your pool.

Amazon is offering major deals on window ACs, portable units, and fans from Frigidaire, BLACK+DECKER, Midea, Dreo, and more, just in time for peak summer heat.

If your plants' leaves are looking lacy—or you're seeing patches of dead grass in your lawn—Japanese beetles may be to blame.

Even a small yard can feel spacious if you design it the right way. Read on for our favorite ways to make your small yard look bigger.

Brutal seasonal weather can make life miserable. Strike back with these tricks that tame triple-digit temps.

Whether you’re trying to keep your pool clear or your garden green, these smart tools from Aiper eliminate unnecessary effort so you can simply enjoy your outdoor space.

Amazon’s July 4th cooler deals include wheeled coolers, hard coolers, backpack coolers, electric coolers, water jugs, and soft-sided bags from Coleman, Ninja, Pelican, Igloo, Dometic, RTIC, and more.

Get your garden off the ground with these attractive, easy-to-build raised garden bed ideas.

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

The “less lawn movement” is growing in popularity, replacing turf with a creative, efficient layered system.

Experts recommend these cost-saving items when upgrading your kitchen on a budget.

Refresh the appearance of your deck with the power of a pressure washer and the right cleaner.

Prevent clogs by killing mold, algae, bacteria, and other contaminants with this simple DIY method.