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    Moss Grass: Grow It or Get Rid of It?

    Depending on your outlook, moss grass is either a worthy alternative to turf grass or a nuisance. Here's how to...


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    Should You Get a Push Mower This Year?

    Thinking of buying a push mower? Here's an overview of options, cost and features.


    Our 10 Favorite Garden Gnome Ideas

    A garden gnome adds fun and whimsy to any yard or garden. Here are some of the best ones to...


    Best Paint-Matching Apps and Tools for iOS and Android Phones

    Paint matching apps run the gamut, but here are our picks that can help you find a more precise paint...


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    Top Tips for Maintaining an Above Ground Pool

    Here are 10 above ground pool maintenance tips to help keep everything in good shape.


    8 Best Above-Ground Pools for Warm Weather Fun

    We're currently in the thick of testing pool products. Here's a selection of standout above-ground pools for every taste and...


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    How to Remove a Tree Stump Painlessly

    Need to know how to tackle tree stump removal? Follow this step-by-step strategy to make it simple and painless.


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    Ways to Protect Your Pool From Evaporation

    One of the major costs in pool ownership is topping off the water level. Here are a few simple ways...

    10 Tacky Lawn Ornaments That Need to Stay In Storage

    These lawn ornaments had a good run. Some of them were even funny when they first came out. Now, it's...


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    12 Solar-Powered Landscape Lights You Haven’t Seen Before

    This is not your typical solar landscape lighting.


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    How to Kill Weeds with Vinegar the Right Way

    Vinegar can help get rid of weeds, but there's a catch.


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    Homeowner’s Guide to Above Ground Pools

    Considering your options for above ground pools? From the cost to installation to maintenance, here's what to consider before buying.


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    Do Light Colored Shingles Last Longer?

    Opinion is mixed about color affecting shingle longevity, but unanimous about the importance of good ventilation under the shingles.


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    How to Keep Dogs Out of Flower Beds

    You can prevent dogs from rooting around in your flower beds by employing one of the following methods.


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    Will a Car Wash Hurt Your Car’s Finish?

    Will taking your car through and automatic car wash damage the finish?


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    7 Surprising Facts About Dandelions

    Unexpectedly nutritious and tasty, dandelions have plenty of benefits.


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    Water-Based vs. Oil-Based Polyurethane Floor Finish

    Find out which finish is best for your project, water-based or oil-based polyurethane. Both are durable and good-looking, but there...

    8 Tips for Building a Treehouse

    Ready to build your kid the coolest treehouse on the block? Start here with all the info you need, including...


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    How to Build a Brick Fire Pit

    Enjoy a crackling wood fire in your own backyard by learning how to build a DIY fire pit.


    How to Skim-Coat Walls

    A new approach for smoothing rough walls that's easy to master



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    8 Carpentry Tips and Advice From Actual Professionals

    We asked carpentry pros who have spent years sawing through 2x4's and pounding nails to pass along some of the...


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    How to Get Rid of Buckthorn

    Yank it? Topple it? Poison it? Here are your best options for shutting down this invader.

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    Saltwater vs. Chlorine Pool: Which is Better?

    A saltwater pool is a gentle alternative to traditional chlorine pools. Know the details before choosing one over the other.


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    What to Know About Invisible Fences

    Considering an invisible fence to protect your pet, but need more information? Here's how they work, ballpark costs and potential...


    15 Trees That Will Grow Anywhere

    Don't pass up the chance to add beauty with the best tough trees for your yard. These beauties are sure...


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    15 Hardy Shrubs for Your Yard

    Take the guesswork out of your landscaping and put these tough shrubs to the test in your backyard. These shrubs...


    10 Invasive Plants You Should Get Out of Your Garden Now

    Keep your guard up. Look out for these weedy pests and make sure they don't get a toehold in your...


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    5 Ways to Keep Your Neighbor’s Weeds Out of Your Yard

    Weeds can originate anywhere, but often they sprout close to home. Here are some ways to keep neighboring weeds from...