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How to revive a winter-weary lawn
Lawn & Garden

Dormant, Not Dead: 7 Ways to Bring a Tired and Weary Lawn Back From the Brink 

Winter can be harsh, but grass is resilient. These steps and pro tips will have your grass looking greener in no time.

how to move a hot tub
Lawn & Garden

How to Move a Hot Tub

Hot tubs can be relaxing, but moving one across the yard (or across town) is anything but. Here’s how to get a Jacuzzi from Point A to Point B.

A hand holding a cloth to wipe a wooden countertop
Interior

Countertop Care 101

When general clean-up fails to keep your countertop shipshape, consider these material-specific solutions.

A professional landscaper mows a beautiful lawn.
Lawn & Garden

The 18 Best Things You Can Do for Your Lawn

A healthy lawn needs ample water, sun, nutrients, and air to thrive—and the way in which you fertilize, seed, and mow your grass can make all the difference.

View from inside of man looking into an empty refrigerator.
Interior

Why Is My Fridge Making Noise?

Some refrigerator noises are caused by easy-to-solve problems and others are the signs of more serious issues. We'll help you troubleshoot those buzzes, knocks, and gurgles.

10 of the Best Electric chainsaws on grass near chopped wood
Reviews

The Best We Tested 15 Electric Chainsaws—Only 7 Made The CutChainsaws, According to Our Testing

Our favorite picks turned out to be ideal for anyone searching for a quiet, low-maintenance electric chainsaw to tackle outdoor DIY chores.

Installing Pavers - Installed
Lawn & Garden

Patio Pavers 101

Versatile, beautiful and DIY-friendly, today's patio pavers are an ideal choice for any hardscape plan.

The Home Depot Spring Deals Under $20
Reviews

The Home Depot’s Spring Sale Keeps on Giving With These Hot Garden Deals Under $20

From gloves to pruners to starter plants, these under-$20 finds are helping me get my garden ready without blowing my spring budget.

An elderly woman smiles at a young man helping her in her home.
Design

DIY Tips for an Alzheimer’s-Accommodating Home

If a loved one was recently diagnosed with dementia, consider making these simple updates so they can safely live in their home longer.

The 10 Best Places to Buy a Shed
Exterior

The 12 Best Places to Buy a Shed

In the market for a new shed? We’ve taken the guesswork out of where to shop so you can focus on choosing the best shed for your needs.

Several router bits lined up in wood shavings.
DIY

15 Types of Router Bits Every DIYer Should Know

Routers are tools that can make joints, holes, patterns, and embellishments in wood, but you have to have the right bit to get a job done.

Many wasps all over edge of a table.
DIY

How to Get Rid of Wasps With Vinegar

The Best Patio Umbrellas
Reviews

We Tested 7 Patio Umbrellas to See Which Ones Could Survive Windy Days

Don’t let the wind wreck your weekend—these patio umbrellas come with features specially designed to make them more stable in breezy backyards.

Vego Garden Bed Compact Review
Reviews

This Product Will Transform the Way You Garden and Your Back Will Thank You

This sleek raised garden bed isn’t just easy on the eyes—it’s also a game-changer for gardeners with limited mobility thanks to its ideal height, durable build, and surprising portability.

The Best Power Tools and DIY Products Option DeWalt 20V MAX Lithium-Ion Compact Drill Driver Kit
DIY

Building the Essential Toolbox: 20 Tools You Can’t DIY Without

You already have a claw hammer and a screwdriver set—now what? Here are the tools you need to buy next if you want to up your DIY game.

Man with green baseball cap varnishes a plank of wood.
DIY

How to Varnish Wood Furniture and Flooring

The key to a pro varnish finish? A super clean, dust-free workspace.

person wearing one of the best work boots walking up a trail
Reviews

These Work Boots Survived the Toughest Jobs We Could Throw at Them

Upgrade your workwear with boots that perform as hard as you do. These team-tested boots are durable and comfortable to keep your feet happy on the longest workdays.

The Best Angle Grinder Options
Reviews

After Testing the Best Angle Grinders, Our Favorite Automatically Adjusts Speed and Torque

Rely on a quality angle grinder for cutting, grinding, carving, and a host of other tasks.

Group of Lightweight Garden Hoses inside a turquoise garden cart
Reviews

After 8 Hours of Hands-On Testing, Here Are 2025’s Best Lightweight Garden Hoses for Easy Handling

Enjoy vibrant green grass and a colorful garden with the help of a lightweight garden hose.

Brian Brigantti, viral homesteader, in his garden.
Lawn & Garden

Brian Brigantti—aka @RedleafRanch—Shares His Top 5 Tips for Beginner Gardeners

New gardeners often learn as they go—Brian Brigantti, a TikTok homesteading sensation, is offering his best tips for speeding up the process!