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Great New Gadgets to Improve Your Life

Great New Gadgets to Improve Your Life

Marc Saltzman | June 15, 2021

The 2021 Consumer Electronics Show included items that can improve your kitchen, your health, your safety and your life.

Spring Cleaning? Don’t Miss These 9 Overlooked Spots Where Dirt & Germs Hide

Spring Cleaning? Don’t Miss These 9 Overlooked Spots Where Dirt & Germs Hide

Julie Edelman | June 15, 2021

Common spring cleaning tasks such as washing windows, changing bedding and organizing closets are important. Here are 9 overlooked spots where dirt, germs and bacteria hide.

The Best Equipment You Can Buy for Your Lawn

The Best Equipment You Can Buy for Your Lawn

Danny Lipford | June 1, 2021

From lawnmowers and trimmers to weed-maintenance tools and leaf-blowers, here’s a rundown of the best lawn-care equipment on the market.

The Best Pots and Pans for Your Kitchen

The Best Pots and Pans for Your Kitchen

Lisa McManus | June 1, 2021

People often use the wrong criteria when choosing pots and pans. Here are much better choices.

Best DIY Home Security Systems

Best DIY Home Security Systems

Mike Prospero | May 15, 2021

The new generation of do-it-yourself (DIY) home security systems now provide many of the features of professionally installed ones at much lower prices. Here are the best.

These Vacuums Leave Rivals in the Dust

These Vacuums Leave Rivals in the Dust

Cameron Pitts | May 1, 2021

Depending on how much you want to spend and what your cleaning needs are, here are the best vacuums to buy now.

Sorting Through Inherited Clutter

Sorting Through Inherited Clutter

Julie Hall | April 15, 2021

Sorting out “stuff” left behind by a deceased parent can be a massive task. If the heirs aren't careful, valuable or meaningful items can be accidentally discarded or sold for pennies.

Best Humidifiers for Your Needs

Best Humidifiers for Your Needs

Paige Szmodis | March 24, 2021

A humidifier can reduce dryness and perhaps a virus but could increase mold and mildew if you make these mistakes.

How to Cut Back on Kitchen Waste

How to Cut Back on Kitchen Waste

Lisa McManus | March 24, 2021

Tired of making so much waste in the kitchen—and ready to stop feeling guilty about it? “Green” substitutions for plastic wrap, paper towels and more.

Keep Your Houseplants Alive While You Are Away for the Holidays

Keep Your Houseplants Alive While You Are Away for the Holidays

Teri Dunn Chace | March 4, 2021

It’s wonderful to travel for the holidays, but who wants to come home to dead houseplants? Here’s how to keep your plants happy while you are gone.

9 Low-Cost Ways to Fight Back Against the High Cost of Heating Your Home

9 Low-Cost Ways to Fight Back Against the High Cost of Heating Your Home

Danny Lipford | January 4, 2021

Here are nine often-overlooked heating-bill-lowering projects that don't come with big bills themselves.

The Best Bed Sheets for All Types of Sleepers
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The Best Bed Sheets for All Types of Sleepers

Linda Hirst | January 4, 2021

Whether you sleep hot or cold, hate wrinkles or need bedding that doesn’t hold pet fur, here are the best bed sheets for all types of sleepers.

Best Space Heaters That Fit Your Needs

Best Space Heaters That Fit Your Needs

Cameron Pitts | January 4, 2021

The best space heaters can keep you warm without wasting energy.

Deck Out Your Deck or Patio for Cold Weather

Deck Out Your Deck or Patio for Cold Weather

Lawrence Winterburn | December 21, 2020

A few upgrades—heater, temporary walls, the right furniture and more—could transform your deck or patio into a warm, welcoming place to relax in the cold of winter.

How to Choose The Best Hot Tub For You

How to Choose The Best Hot Tub For You

Chris Wheatley | December 4, 2020

The hot tub market is flooded with poorly made products that fail quickly. Here’s how to avoid a hot tub lemon.