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5 Best Airless Paint Sprayers for a Quick, Easy and Even Application

Need a little help on your next DIY home project? This collection of the best airless paint sprayers has you covered.

Reporting for Duty: The Cub Cadet Riding Mower Makes Lawn Care Easy

The Cub Cadet Riding Mower offers long-lasting, quality performance at a budget-friendly price.


Power King Chipper Shredder: A Beast of a Chipper

The Power King Chipper is called a beast for a reason—it quickly shreds your brush pile in a...


Best Hedge Trimmer to Groom Your Greenery

We've rounded up some of the best hedge trimmers, along with advice on how to find the right gas or...


The 5 Best Pole Saws to Trim Your Trees and Shrubs

Use this list of the best pole saw picks to ensure your tree pruning tasks are completed quickly and safely.

How to Build a DIY Infrared Sauna

Get all the benefits of a sauna without the expensive health club membership.


How to Build a Portable DIY Sauna

DIY a portable sauna? No sweat.

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Cut Through Yard Work with This Stihl Cordless Pruning Saw

Kiss those hand-cramping pruners, shears and loopers goodbye. Try this Family Handyman Approved battery operated pruner instead.


Metabo Nailed It with This Cordless Air Compressor

Experience the freedom of running air tools without being tied to a wall with this Family Handyman Approved cordless air...


A Family Handyman Approved Father’s Day Gift Guide

Struggling to find the right Father's Day gift for your dad? Check out these Family Handyman Approved products any DIY...


When Is the Best Time of Day To Mow the Lawn?

Warming temps and blooming flowers signify a return to yardwork. This includes mowing the lawn. But is there a best...

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Best Wood Chipper for Turning Debris into Mulch

Buh-bye, unsightly debris! Tackle piles of sticks, branches, and logs with the best woodchipper on the market.


How to Make a DIY Storage Ottoman

Build this footstool and gain a perfect place to stow your stuff.


California’s New Law Could Change the Way You Shop for Lawn Equipment

The Golden State is set to ban gas-powered lawn equipment by 2024. Here's what it means for you.


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8 Lawn Mower Brands To Consider

Here are some of the most trusted brands of lawnmowers for DIYers, whether you have your first home with a...


How to Repair a Garden Hose

Fix leaky garden hoses quickly and cheaply.

7 Versatile Weed Wacker Parts and Attachments

Turn your string trimmer into an entirely different tool with these game-changing attachments.


Winterize Your Irrigation System With This Handy $15 Device

Winterizing your irrigation system each fall can set you back some serious money if you pay a service to...


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What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....


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Yard Safety Tips for Commonly Used Equipment

Injuries can occur if the right safety precautions aren't adhered to while using lawn and garden equipment. Here are simple...


Green Industry Expo to Return In-Person This Fall

After a year of virtual trade shows, the GIE+EXPO returns to its normal format this October.


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When Should You Start Mowing Your Lawn in the Spring?

Keep these things in mind before mowing your lawn for the first time this spring.


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Should You Cut Wet Grass After it Rains?

We address the age-old dilemma of whether to cut wet grass or wait until it dries.


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20 Things to Consider When Buying a Lawn Mower

There's lots to consider when it comes time to buy a lawn mower


12 Tricked-Out Lawn Mowers You Need to See

Whether you want your machine to go faster or have more style, these tips for tricking out your lawn mower...

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Choosing the Right Backup Power Generator for Emergencies

It just takes one downed power pole to interrupt the fragile chain of electricity connecting your house to the power...


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13 Things You Should Never Pressure Wash

A pressure wash can serve a valuable role in home maintenance, but don’t get carried away! Pressure washing can do...


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26 Things That Changed DIY Forever

Innovations that improved home improvement.


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How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

It's easy when you know what you're doing!


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‘Girls Garage’ Book Empowers Young Women to Build, Believe

Emily Pilloton wants her book, Girls Garage, to inspire generations of young women to become "fearless builder girls."


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Should You Get a Push Mower This Year?

Thinking of buying a push mower? Here's an overview of options, cost and features.