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Learn how to make shelf-stable jams and pickles right in your own home.

Let’s break down the pros and cons of these two popular flooring options.

Bananas are delicious and nutritious—even for plants! Learn the most effective way to use banana peels to give your garden a natural boost.

Black mold can be harmful to the home and hazardous to your health. Learn how to identify black mold so you can eliminate it from your home.

Even small caulking mistakes can result in poor or broken seals, so read up on these common pitfalls ahead of your next caulking job.

If you love your land, but your home needs significant renovations, you may be wondering, “How much does it cost to demolish a house?” It seems intimidating, but demolition can be a surprisingly viable option in some circumstances.

House-hunting in an area that's prone to wildfires? Learn all you can about the property's landscaping, construction—and even the neighborhood—before you sign on the dotted line.

Set the mood for a romantic dinner, improve your home’s nighttime curb appeal, or add to your holiday lighting with an LED flame light bulb.

Whether you need to hire a licensed plumber or a basement waterproofing company, the following guide details who installs sump pumps and how much installation might cost.

Has your upholstery seen better days? Clean and deodorize your furniture with the best upholstery cleaner rental.

Get rid of tough rust on every surface by using one or more of these impressive products.

No kiln? No problem! Air-dry clay lets you naturally create and cure your projects without firing in an oven.

Choose one of these wind spinners to add interest and appeal to your garden space.

You’ve finally decided which materials you want for your renovation project, but you’re left with a pile of samples. Don’t throw them out! Upcycle these materials instead.

Earthships are off-grid homes built out of recycled and natural materials that focus on passive heating and cooling.

You can enjoy home-cooked meals with family and friends in the open air when you add a covered outdoor kitchen to your backyard.

Learn more about how a swamp cooler works to cool the air inside a home, and the types of climates they are best-suited for.

If you’re thinking about installing a residential wind turbine, read this first.

Head right this way for the ultimate Lowe’s tool shopping guide.

Gardeners who love Asian food can grow their own lemongrass to add a citrusy tang to soups, curries, and fish dishes.