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A DIYer painting a room green.
Interior

19 of the Best Green Paint Colors for Any Room in Your Home

Transform your living space with these versatile green paint options that bring nature's calming influence indoors.

how to hide tv wires
DIY

12 Genius Ways to Hide Every Wire in Your Home

Use these crafty cord-management solutions to resolve your wire woes and stay plugged in.

Left, an ultrasonic humidifier. Right, an evaporative humidifier.
Interior

Ultrasonic vs. Evaporative Humidifier: Which Is Better?

When shopping for humidifiers, budget, room size, and noise level are all criteria worth considering. Our guide will help you decide whether an evaporative or ultrasonic humidifier is right for your space.

How to Drain a Washing Machine
DIY

How to Drain a Washing Machine

Learn the mess-free, step-by-step processes for getting rid of standing water in top-loading and front-loading washing machines.

Materials used to unclog a toilet without a plunger, including a shop vac, tea kettle, dish soap, and more.
DIY

7 Clever Ways to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger

When your toilet is stopped up and you don't have a plunger, it's time to get creative. Here's how you can unclog a toilet using materials you already have on hand.

A man stands on scaffolding to apply spackle to an interior wall.
Interior

Joint Compound vs. Spackle: What’s the Difference? 

Are you repairing a small hole, or hanging new drywall? The answer will determine whether spackle or joint compound is the better material for the job.

Best Biscuit Joiners close up from all models
Reviews

For Clean, Precise Cutting, Our Favorite Biscuit Joiner Ticks All of the Boxes

Choose one of these top tools for a quicker, easier way to create strong tabletops and hidden joinery for your woodworking projects.

Woman with glasses working on laptop in home office with lamps next to her and behind her.
Interior

12 Home Office Lighting Ideas for a More Productive Workspace

Upgrade your home office lighting with lamps, bulbs, and light strips that will keep you energized and focused as you work.

Best Shower Valve
Reviews

This Bathroom Upgrade Can Help Control Your Shower’s Temperature and Water Flow

Forget finicky temperatures! Get the water just right with the best shower valves for your style and budget.

The Best Electric Snow Shovel Options
Reviews

We Cleared More Than 4 Feet Of Snow Testing the Best Electric Snow Shovels and Found 9 Top Options

An electric shovel clears snow faster and with less effort than a traditional shovel.

Multiple indoor plant fertilizer brands lined up against a green background
Reviews

The Best Fertilizers for Indoor Plants, Tested and Reviewed

Help your houseplants thrive by feeding them the best fertilizer for indoor plants.

The Best Bench Grinder Options
Reviews

The Best Bench Grinders of 2025 for Sharpening and Polishing, Tested

These stationary workshop tools help DIYers sharpen blades and hone knives, axe heads, and chisels quickly and easily. Check out our top tested picks.

The Best Electric Hand Planer Options
Reviews

Level Uneven Boards with Ease With This Powerful Tool

Wave goodbye to sticking doors, uneven floors, and other pesky issues around the house with the help of one of the electric hand planers we recommend.

Ryobi ONE+ 4Ah Lithium Edge Battery C Review
Reviews

This Simple Upgrade Makes Your Ryobi Tools More Powerful

Three cordless tools, one battery, and an afternoon in my workshop. Here’s the verdict.

The Best Indoor Fireplace Options
Interior

The 12 Best Indoor Fireplaces for Cozying Up this Winter

A flickering flame, comfortable warmth, and improved ambiance make it easier to enjoy the cold winter months. That’s the magic of an indoor fireplace.

Best Rolling Tool Boxes close-up
Reviews

After Testing 9 Rolling Tool Boxes, The Craftsman Offered Storage for Almost Every Tool

Tools become heavy and cumbersome if lugged around for long periods. A rolling tool box helps transport essential tools without weighing you down.

The Best Hand Crank Radios
Reviews

This Handy Device Keeps You Informed During an Emergency—Even Without Power

Keep your family safe by staying on top of the latest emergency information with the best hand-crank radio.

Before I began a "slow reno" of my kitchen, it was all oak cabinets, buttery yellow paint, and 70s vinyl flooring
DIY

Why I’m an Advocate for a “Slow Reno” (and My 1970s Kitchen Has Taken 13 Months to Update So Far)

There’s no instant gratification in a drawn-out renovation, but there are certain upsides—including savings.

5 Great Tips for Heating the Garage in Winter
Interior

How to Heat a Garage: 11 Ways to Keep Your Workshop Warm in Winter

There's no one right way to heat a garage. A multipronged approach to heating the space, including insulation, heaters, and floor coverings, will keep your workspace comfortable year-round.

A collage of tools with a graphic overlay that says New Year, New Skill.
DIY

Realize Your DIY Potential by Learning How to Use These Essential Tools in 2025

Confidently tackle new projects inside and outside the home with Bob Vila’s top tool tips and tutorials.