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    Free Fly Apparel Review: Buttery-soft UPF clothing (We Tried It!)

    Free Fly Apparel creates buttery-soft performance gear, woven with sun protection up to UPF 50+.


    7 Best Rabbit Repellents to Save Your Garden From the Adorable Creatures

    Whether you have a large vegetable garden or small flower beds, keep them free of bunnies with the right rabbit...


    8 Best Laser Tape Measures, Tested and Reviewed

    A handy addition to your toolbox, the best laser tape measure delivers measurements instantly.


    Allbirds Trail Runner Review: Say Hello to Your New Fave Hiking Sneaker

    The first-ever trail runner from Allbirds—the eco-friendly shoe brand—is one of the most comfortable hiking sneakers we’ve ever...


    Leatherman Wave+ Review: This 18-in-1 Tool Will Free Up Your Toolbox

    The Leatherman Wave+ is legendary for a reason. Its superior craftsmanship and seemingly endless functions make it a must-have.


    24 Products You Only Need to Buy Once—Ultra-Reliable Brands with Lifetime Warranties

    Don't toss jackets with broken zippers or socks with holes ever again—these lifetime warranty products are backed by generous replacement,...


    Stanley Teams Up with Magnolia for an Exclusive Cup Collection

    "Fixer Upper" fans will go crazy for this collaboration.


    Why the SawStop Table Saw Is the Best Choice for 2024 (Our Honest Review)

    SawStop may be the safest table saw money can buy, but how does it actually perform? We put the compact...

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    7 Types of Wood Preservatives

    Defend your projects against water, fungi and insects with wood preservatives and protectors.


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    This Hack Will Revolutionize How You Clean Your Dishwashing Gloves

    Never plunge your hand into a wet, sweaty glove again!


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    How to Repair a Vinyl Seat or Cushion

    If you have a tear in a vinyl seat or cushion, don't despair. DIY vinyl seat repair is easier than...


    Solo Stove Pi Fire Review: Transform Your Fire Pit into a Pizza Oven

    Learn about this beginner-friendly, forgiving pizza oven in our Solo Stove pizza oven review.


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    How To Choose the Best Extension Cord for the Job

    Buying an electric extension cord? Keep a few important considerations in mind. Here's what to know.


    Saker Mini Chainsaw Review: A Yard’s Best Friend

    No fatigue, no gas, no fumes, no problem!


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    How a Pressure Washer Unloader Valve Works

    Pressure washers have lots of parts. Discover what the unloader valve is, what it does and why it's so important.


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    How To Conduct a Multimeter Continuity Test

    Need to check whether a wall switch is bad, a fuse has blown or an extension cord is damaged? Here's...


    Paint Your Trim Like a Pro with This No-Mess Hack

    You'll never want to use painter's tape again!

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    How To Check, Clean and Replace Pressure Washer Filters

    When a pressure washer isn't performing well, clogged filters could be why. Learn how to find, clean or replace those...


    Stanley Goes Beyond the Tumbler With the Outside In Collection

    From patio parties to poolside pours, enjoy icy-old drinks wherever, whenever with the new Stanley Outside In Collection.


    Is the TikTok Hack of Pressure Washing Showers Brilliant or Dangerous?

    With the help of a contractor and two professional cleaners, we explore whether cleaning your tile shower with a pressure...


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    How To Service a Pressure Washer Muffler and Spark Arrestor

    Got a pressure washer that's too loud, or isn't running at full power? The muffler and spark arrestor could be...


    Make Light Work of Yard Debris with the Sun Joe Chipper

    Quickly turn branches and sticks into mulch with this affordable chipper/shredder!


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    What Oil To Use for a Pressure Washer

    Any kind of oil should work in a gas-powered pressure washer, right? Our expert has the answer to that and...

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    Handy Guide To Ladder Safety

    Ladders add convenience — and risk. This guide contains first-hand experience and expert advice that can help keep you safe.


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    How To Start a Pressure Washer

    Need to wash your deck, car or patio fast, but aren't sure how to begin? Let us guide you through...


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    10 Best Portable Solar Power Systems

    From charging a laptop to running a welder, here are some of the best portable power stations you can run...


    Igloo Trailmate Journey Cooler Review: Fulfilling All Your Summer Tailgating Needs!

    We’ve had our eyes on the new Igloo Trailmate. Here’s the scoop on what people are calling the...


    Protect Your Eyes from Glare with the 5 Best Polarized Sunglasses

    Keep your eyes happy and healthy with the best polarized sunglasses that improve your vision and block harmful rays


    People are Obsessed with the Portable Stanley French Press—Perfect for Camping and Travel

    The Stanley French press is the outdoor coffee pot and brewer combo that delivers a piping hot cup...