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What is a lawn dethatcher and scarifier?

What is a lawn dethatcher and scarifier?

Benefits of Use Healthier Lawn: Dethatching and scarifying help remove the layer of dead grass, leaves, and other debris. These kinds of things can prevent water, oxygen, and nutrients from reaching the soil and roots of your lawn. By removing this layer, you allow...

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What is the best gas grill for the money?

What is the best gas grill for the money?

This grill is a top-of-the-line option, when compared to other brands, that provides excellent heat distribution, versatile cooking options, and durable construction that will last for years to come. The Flavorizer bars are designed to catch drippings from your food and vaporize them…

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Floating vanity in a small bathroom.

Floating vanity in a small bathroom.

Considering a wall-hung floating vanity for your bathroom remodel? Here’s some things to consider—and why one worked so well for our small bathroom. We were renovating the whole bathroom, including the walls. The wall mounting reinforcement needed…

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Choosing ladders:  think twice, buy once

Choosing ladders: think twice, buy once

Like most homeowners, I found out a long time ago I can't get by with just one ladder. Especially not that rickety old aluminum stepladder I found in my garage—though I tried for awhile. You're likely going to need at least two ladders to get your basic DIY stuff done...

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1-piece toilet beats 2-piece, hands down.

1-piece toilet beats 2-piece, hands down.

Trying to choose between 1-piece toilet or the traditional 2-piece? We were, too, but after having lived with both, it's not even close: We favor the 1-piece by a wide margin. It's sleeker and more modern-looking, it's easier to clean and it's less likely to leak or...

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I've been DIYing around my house for more than 30 years. I hope you'll find these quick posts about DIY tools, products and projects informative and helpful!