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Which works better on hardwoood floors, and which is best for repairing wood furniture? Learn whether wood putty or wood filler is the best choice for your next project. 

Find the right generator size and calculate the power you need to keep your home running smoothly.

Addressing leaking rain gutters promptly will stop water damage to your home before it starts.

Available in a wide range of designs from contemporary to classic, freestanding tub faucets can serve as a functional focal point in a contemporary bathroom.

Is it time to upgrade that existing wired doorbell to an easy-to-install wireless doorbell? We reviewed the best new chimes for different kinds of homes.

If you’re looking for crystal-clean drinking water, check out the under-sink water filters we installed and tested in our homes.

Nothing beats a jackhammer for breaking up concrete or asphalt, and many make great general-purpose demolition tools. This guide takes an in-depth look at what’s available.

Save your hands and wrists from the wear and tear of repeated motions with a cordless ratchet that does the work for you.

Aluminum plant is a silver-splashed tropical species that has proved its “metal” as a houseplant, but it requires higher humidity than most.

It’s a win-win-win.

Find out using new online tools released by the U.S. Department of Energy.

Hanging mirrors on your walls can be tricky, particularly if they're large and heavy. Here are some of the best ways to mount mirrors to walls securely wall studs.

Opening each day’s gift is a blast! This tool-themed advent calendar has 24 delightful gifts to make the build-up to Christmas fun and festive!

Maintain the systems that water your plants by winterizing rain barrels, spigots, and irrigation lines.

Multitools are some the handiest tools to have around as they serve multiple purposes and can make quick work of daily tasks.

These five outdoor tools are the cream of the crop from the last 12 months—and they're sure to help you to be more productive out in the yard with less effort.

Every now and then, a tool comes along that changes everything.

Power tools routinely make tough jobs faster and easier, and the best new options are kicking it up a notch for DIYers and pros alike.

No one wants to clean longer or harder than they have to. These are our favorite new products that can help make quick work of your house chores.

These gadgets boast the latest and greatest innovations to save time and eliminate hassles.