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10 Living Fence Ideas

A living fence is a great alternative to regular fencing. It can bloom, attract wildlife and even change with the seasons.

The 6 Best Crawl Space Dehumidifiers to Eliminate Damaging Moisture

Remove moisture to prevent mold, mildew and wood rot. We evaluated the top-rated picks to help you choose the right...


The 6 Best Lawn Mower Picks to Keep Your Grass Gorgeous, Tested and Reviewed

Need help finding the best lawn mower? Let one of these top-rated picks of 2024 give your yard a well-needed...


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Plumbing With PEX Tubing

PEX tubing is an easy-to-install alternative to copper pipe. Long used in radiant heating systems, flexible PEX tubing is perfect...


Order a Shed Online and Have It Delivered in Days—They’re on Deep Discount

There's no need to lug your new shed all the way home—just have it delivered straight to your door.

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12 Facts About LED Christmas Lights You Should Know

Have you thought about upgrading your home's holiday light display? Here are some tips and tricks you should know about...


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24 Tips for Wiring Light Switches and Outlets

Play it smart and stay safe when wiring outlets and switches

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24 DIY Garage Storage Projects That Save Space and Money

You don’t need a lot of extra space (or a lot of extra cash) to build these simple DIY...


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33 Ways You Haven’t Tried to Remove Super Glue

Removing super glue is a hassle but if you act quickly you can reduce how long you're stuck to yourself...


Painting Your Garage Floor? Reach for the 5 Best Garage Floor Paints

When painting the garage floor, these products will come in handy.


These Are the Best Tile Options for Your Kitchen Backsplash

A kitchen backsplash adds style and function. But what is the best tile for a kitchen backsplash? Well, that depends...

Pros and Cons of Various Tile Backers

Learn the pros and cons of various tile substrate products so you know which to pick for your next project.


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7 Signs You’re Over-Decorating

Yes, you can have too much of a good thing. If you're guilty of any of these mistakes, it might...


The Best Cordless Snow Blowers for Your Home This Winter

The best cordless snow blower delivers the same flurry-flinging power as gas or electric models, but without the noise, vibrations...


10 Best Ikea Billy Bookcase Alternatives to Organize Your Space

Can't find Ikea's famed Billy bookcase? Don't fret! There are some quality Billy bookcase alternatives worthy of a...


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5 Best Mulches for Vegetable Gardens

Amp up your growing game this year with vegetable garden mulch recommended by experts.

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9 Things That Fail a Home Inspection

A guide to common home inspection pitfalls that could jeopardize your property sale or purchase.


5 Reasons You Have No Hot Water in Your Apartment

When you have no hot water in the apartment, the water heater may need repair. The landlord is responsible, so...


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10 Most Common Electrical Mistakes DIYers Make

Wiring problems and mistakes are all too common, and if left uncorrected have the potential to cause short circuits, shocks...



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Best Cordless Chain Saws

Surprise! Some battery-powered saws perform like gas models. Find out how the latest models compare and which are the best...


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14 Smart Small Yard Landscaping Ideas

Many of today's homes (especially condos and townhouses) often have little or no yard space at all. Fear not....


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Create a Dream Cottage Garden With These 12 Flowers

A good cottage garden has a loose, informal look with something always in bloom, thanks to planning on the part...


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10 Tips for Starting a Vegetable Garden

Growing your own vegetables is fun, rewarding and easier than you think. This year, let us help you get growing!


Best Electric & Gas Tankless Water Heaters for On-Demand Hot Water

If you want a constant supply of hot water while saving money on your energy bill, the best tankless water...

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The Best Types of Attic Insulation

Choose from these types of attic insulation to keep your house warm and your attic dry and mold-free. You'll also...


Get Rid of Bed Bugs ASAP with the 7 Best Bed Bug Sprays

Send bed bugs packing with the best bed bug spray!


Our Favorite Editor-Tested Merrell Hiking Shoes for Every Type of Terrain

These boots are made for walking—on the trail, that is! Each of these picks for the best Merrell hiking shoes...


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Best-Kept Secrets of Professional Painters

Learn how to paint like a pro and pick up some great tips for achieving a perfectly smooth and even...


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28 Secret Clamping Tricks from Woodworkers

Clamps are a woodworker's best friend, and there are endless ways to use them in the workshop. Here are 28...


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10 Best Spring Flowers

Expand your yard's palette of spring flowers with iconic and new ideas you'll find in this list of top performers.