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Add color and interest to your landscape with these beautiful bloomers that draw attention, highlight architectural features, and emphasize a property’s natural beauty.

A professional deck builder shares the basic steps (and a few secrets) for sanding a wood deck to renew its surface.

Let this guide on lawn mower blade sharpeners and how to choose them hone your knowledge of these edgy tools.

Easy and inexpensive to make, a birdhouse can be a great woodworking project to undertake with the kids—and a boon for the avian population in your neighborhood.

With the help of a durable feeder, backyard birders can get up close and personal with their winged friends.

To control the humidity of the air downstairs—and thwart the growth of mold and mildew—get the right device.

Are chipmunks destroying your garden? Deter the destructive rodents by implementing these humane tactics for getting rid of chipmunks.

Understand the benefits of having a landscape warranty to protect your investment.

Keeping your outdoor space clean and organized will improve your home’s curb appeal and ensure it is ready for your next gathering.

Carpet has developed a bad rap as an ugly and out-of-style bacteria breeding ground that’s difficult to maintain and quick to fade. But it’s also been quietly making a comeback by addressing the biggest issues homeowners face when choosing the material.

Eliminate flying insects, indoors or outside, with the right device. Here are our top tips and recommendations for selecting the best bug zapper for your needs and budget.

Introduced in the 1920s, the original Q-tips were merely wooden sticks with cotton wrapped around one end. Today, the improved two-sided version with its flexible paper applicator has become a household staple with myriad baby care, beauty, and DIY uses. But did you know that Q-tips can also tackle a wide range of domestic duties? Here are more than a dozen surprising household uses for the ingenious little cotton swab.

Replace that old leaky outdoor faucet with one of these top hose bibbs.

Overseeding creates a dense, lush stand of grass—and an overall healthier lawn.

Attract feathered friends and add appeal to your garden with a solar bird bath fountain.

One of these small yet mighty window air conditioners can help folks sleep cooler and otherwise feel more comfortable indoors during hot weather.

The quality of your tools can make or break the finished look of your paint job. Ahead, learn the key considerations involved in choosing the right roller frame and cover for your next project.

The Home Depot’s iconic 12-foot skeleton is back in stock, but quantities are limited so get yours now!

Protect your driveway with a sealer helps the surface enhance the curb appeal of your home in the bargain.

Many roofing contractors are trustworthy—but some aren’t. Empower yourself against being taken advantage of by doing due diligence before you sign a contract.