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A worker with white gloves uses a roller brush to paint a concrete wall blue.
DIY

How to Paint Concrete

It's easy to brighten a dull concrete surface: You just need careful preparation, and a coat or two of the right paint.

Two cheerful young sisters hanging Christmas ornaments on the Christmas tree at home.
Design

Would You Rent a Christmas Tree? Why Some Folks Don’t Hold Onto Their Holiday Decorations

Lighten up your holiday décor with more sustainable options.

Green lawn (with a bit of clover) in a colorful landscaped formal garden.
Lawn & Garden

How to Level a Yard

Is your yard lumpy and bumpy? Learn how to even out your property—and potentially prevent water damage to your home’s foundation or basement in the process.

A stack of three rockwool insulation sheets sits next to a wall frame in the process of being insulated.
Interior

What Is Insulation R-Value? Get the Facts Before You Insulate

Keep your home feeling comfortable no matter what the weather throws at it by using the best-rated insulation for your climate.

Home Depot gifts on blue background
Reviews

The 50 Hottest Gifts From The Home Depot

Stocked with everything from tools to housewares, this home improvement store can be your one-stop gift shop.

A young boy showing to his grandfather how to set up home air purifier, using smartphone.
DIY

How to Test Air Quality in Your Home

Indoor air quality affects your family's health. Following these tips on how to test air quality in your home can help everyone can breathe a little easier.

Ice blue Keurig machine on a counter with rubber gloves, vinegar, and other cleaning supplies.
DIY

How to Descale a Keurig Coffee Maker

Is your morning cuppa tasting a little funky? Removing mineral deposits that have built up inside your Keurig can improve your the taste of your coffee and prolong the life of the machine.

A group of the best compost tumblers together in a yard
Reviews

We Made More Than 100 Pounds of Natural Fertilizer to Find the 5 Best Compost Tumblers

These bins quickly recycle veggie scraps and garden debris to create rich compost that plants love.

A gray home with a front porch and shutters on a sunny, snowy winter day.
Design

Why It Matters Whether Your Home Faces North, South, East, or West

The direction a house faces is important whether you’re looking for a new home, evaluating a new house construction site, or just curious about the siting of your current residence.

Person holds a plant leaf between his or her hands in order to examine aphids on the leaf.
DIY

How to Get Rid of Aphids

Are your plants' leaves shriveling? You may have an aphid infestation. Learn how to identify the insects, and keep them from damaging your garden.

Duck Alpha Wall Tent DIY Review
Reviews

Need A Portable Workshop? How I Tested the White Duck Alpha Wall Tent

Camping, glamping…or a backyard workshop: This heavy duty canvas tent offers comfortable shelter from the elements.

A group of the 10 best ice melts on a snowy and icy outdoor cement surface before testing.
Reviews

After Testing, We Are Convinced That This Pet-Safe and Kid-Safe Ice Melt Is the Best

When snow falls and ice forms, banishing the slippery stuff is a priority. Here’s how to find the best ice melt for your surfaces, climate, and budget.

The best ultrasonic pest repeller in a garden next to undisturbed growing onions.
Reviews

Our Favorite Ultrasonic Pest Repeller Features a Plug-and-Play Setup and Works Indoors and Out

You don’t have to make a mountain out of a molehill when it comes to keeping pests out of your home or garden. Our top picks offer an easy approach to your pest control plan.

Enjoy time with friends or family around a grill from Monument Grills

The Gift of More Time Together This Holiday? It’s a Grill

The latest lineup from Monument Grills offers something for groups of all sizes, from small couples’ cookouts to large family feasts.

A man carrying a toddler whose hand is on the open refrigerator door.
Interior

How Long Do Refrigerators Last?

Learn how long this vital kitchen appliance lasts, how to extend its life and when to replace it.

Woman shines a large flashlight into the mechanics of a furnace, whose door is open.
Interior

How to Fix a Furnace That’s Not Turning On

Getting an uncooperative furnace up and running is easy if you know where and how problems are likely to occur. Try these furnace troubleshooting tips before you call a professional technician.

Breeo Live Fire Grill Review
Reviews

Outdoor Cooking Has Never Been Better Thanks to The Breeo Live Fire Grill

This grill enables convenient and versatile campfire style cooking in your outdoor kitchen.

How to Install a Dishwasher
Interior

How to Install a Dishwasher

Unlike plug-in appliances, dishwashers must be hardwired and hooked up to the home's plumbing. Installing one yourself can save you a lot of money—if you're up for the challenge.

Person holds a pad of paper and a pencil in front of an electrical meter.
Interior

Why Is My Electric Bill So High?

Does the amount of your most recent electric bill take your breath away? Check out our savvy solutions to cutting energy costs.

The water in a white toilet bubbling.
DIY

What to Do When Your Toilet Is Bubbling

Bothersome gurgling or bubbling coming from your commode can indicate a larger problem. Troubleshoot the annoying noises with these techniques.