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Being outdoors in frigid weather can be much more comfortable with a rechargeable hand warmer, and few companies are ...

Insufficient light is one of the worst stressors for indoor plants. Poor plant lighting can cause stems to stretch or...

The most important difference between strong, healthy houseplants and weak, sickly ones is the care they receive. All...

Getting vinyl floors clean can be a challenge, but the Rubbermaid Reveal Microfiber Spray Mop proves it doesn’t have ...

Any circuit-breaker finder worth its salt should be able to accurately match the circuit breakers on an electrical pa...

While there are a variety of aftermarket grill lights designed to illuminate a grill's cooking surface, few offer the...

When it comes to making secure electrical connections on stranded wire, there’s no tool more valuable than a ratcheti...

The Stanley 65-Piece Homeowner’s Tool Kit has that just-right lineup of tools for handling an assortment of odd jobs ...

As consumers become more aware of the airborne pollutants that lurk in their homes, the demand for quality air purifi...

Offensive odors, fumes, dust, and pollen are common pollutants in many homes, but we don't have to accept dirty air. ...

One of my favorite weed-control tools that lawn care articles often ignore is fire. Both mature weeds and weed seeds ...

A dependable set of hand tools—including those for cutting, driving, gripping, and measuring—is essential for perform...

Self-propelled lawn mowers can be a smart, labor-saving choice for those who maintain small to medium-size lawns. A s...

Circular saws are among the last handheld power tools to go cordless, likely because they require immense power to su...

When the power goes out, staying informed is a matter of safety. Most of us carry a cell phone wherever we go, but wi...

Pocket hole jigs make wood joinery faster and easier than traditional methods. Cabinetmakers pioneered the use of the...

With enough experience, most DIYers can learn to torque nuts and bolts appropriately without the risk of snapping the...

The Bissell PowerFresh Scrubbing & Sanitizing steam mop has a simple design that’s intuitive to use, works on mul...

Grid instability and erratic weather patterns leave many wondering how they will power their appliances and digital d...

In hands-on testing of five of the best compost tumblers on the market, the RSI Maze 65-Gallon Compost Tumbler topped...

DeWalt has long been a top contender in the power tool industry, producing high-quality tools for pros and DIYers, so...

As the risk of power outages and rolling blackouts increases, due in part to an aging electrical grid and an increase...

Home is where the heart is—and where your stuff is! We spent nearly 300 hours testing the 129 products that make up e...

Just as having the right tools for the job matters, we strongly believe that investing in the right gear enhances you...

Since getting its start in the late 2000s, Airbnb has quickly become a go-to for many travelers looking for a place t...

Unless you’re an experienced metalworker, welding is usually a little bit intimidating. High voltages, bright flashes...

Everyone’s heard of Popular Science. The esteemed and iconic brand—owned by Recurrent Ventures—recently partnered wit...

Beko started out in 1955 and has since grown to be one of the leading brands in Europe. Beko USA is a subsidiary of B...

When you’re a gardener and avid DIYer, having dirty hands on occasion is to be expected. However, I dislike using har...

As our culture wrestles with complex issues such as waste disposal, pollution, and sustainability, business-minded in...

Sitting for hours on an uncomfortable chair is quite literally a pain in the rear. For those who work long days at a ...

The biggest, most insurmountable hurdle of a move is the move itself. Many people who have decided to move have a mom...

These days, there is a class for just about anything online. Whether seeking a software tutorial or instructions on s...

While there’s nothing wrong with a traditional beach chair or those foldable chairs you see lining the field at Sunda...

Plants get nearly all the sustenance they need from water and sunlight, but since houseplants live in containers, the...

When looking for a trash can, some might believe that any old receptacle will do. But a trash can is something you’ll...

String lights are a traditional part of outdoor holiday decorating, but their appeal extends beyond a holiday season....

Most of the year it’s not difficult to maintain a neat yard, but fall leaf season presents a challenge. Even those wh...

When the temperatures drop and you just can’t seem to get warm, a blanket that does more than contain your body heat ...

During almost any renovation, repair, or building project, a laser level can be one of the most important tools a DIY...

I recently tried out a series of leaf blowers on a test plot I created in my backyard. The course included a concrete...

Anyone who appreciates a well-groomed lawn may want to consider adding a lawn sweeper to their stable of equipment. T...

When you have a job to do around the yard or garden, chances are you’ll need a wheelbarrow or some kind of garden car...

For decades, gardeners and horticultural hobbyists have dragged around heavy hoses, fighting their inevitable kinks a...

Few folks will argue about the importance of having high-quality, reliable smoke detectors in their home. The sole pu...

There probably aren’t too many folks who would choose to spend a beautiful autumn afternoon cleaning gutters. The nas...

With origins in 1600s Sweden, Husqvarna has a long history of quality products. While they’re no longer known for rif...

I spent many years leaning on my tools to make a living. No, I don’t mean leaning against a shovel or workbench while...

For a long time, angle grinders—tools typically used for cutting, sharpening, cleaning, and polishing metal—were used...

Tactical flashlights—intended to offer the same powerful light intensity as flashlights used by the military—are typi...

The Bamboozle Food Composter is an indoor compost bin that doesn’t create compost per se, but holds kitchen scraps un...

For serious indoor composting, the SCD Probiotics Bokashi Bin is a 5-gallon indoor composting container made of recyc...

Outdoor living areas may be most associated with summer afternoon barbecues and lazy nights stargazing in the backyar...

Philips is a major player in the lighting industry worldwide. Offering everything from conventional lamps and tubes t...

When it’s time to hit the hay, a perfect pillow can make all the difference. A pillow can help prevent head and neck ...

Nothing’s more essential to having a good day than a good night’s sleep, and a good night’s sleep all starts with the...

One of the realizations we came to when our kids began attending school from home was that my son didn’t have enough ...

Whether it’s inflating a flat tire, bumping up the pressure on a mountain bike, or inflating a pool float, having a p...

Smart thermostats, which connect with home automation systems, go beyond their programmable predecessors to offer a w...

There’s something therapeutic about watching food flourish in the comfort of your home.

Removing frost and ice from a windshield or driveway is a straightforward task. Just grab an ice scraper and get to w...

Caulking guns are designed for one thing: to deliver a continuous bead of caulk in order to seal joints between two s...