Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn a commission. Casper is one of the most instantly recognizable online mattress brands in the world, so if you’re shopping for a new mattress, it’s probably on your list. Well, according to our testing and tons of positive reviews, it should be right at the top....
Canister vacuum cleaners offer powerful, sustained suction, a versatile set of attachments, and a sizable dustbin capacity. This combination of factors can add convenience to your cleaning process and deliver thorough results. Compare Top Canister Vacuums Best Medium Capacity: Eureka Bagged Canister Vacuum Most Lightweight: Oreck XL Pro Bagged Canister Vacuum Best Dirt Disposal: Bissell Zing Canister Vacuum Most Accessories: Hoover PortaPower Canister Vacuum Best Filtration: Kenmore Bagged Canister Vacuum Best Medium Capacity: Eureka Bagged Canister Vacuum Pros and Cons ✔ Compact form factor fits on stairs and in cramped spaces✔ Includes a built-in blower port✔ Features carrying handle and two wheels for portability...
TP-Link Tilt Security Camera If you missed this deal, here are some other great sales on security cameras: TP-Link Tilt Security Camera $55 $65 16% off Prices taken at time of publishing. This set of two security cameras has clear resolution and allows you to tilt or pan around the entire room so you can monitor your baby, pet, or housesitters. These cameras also allow you to save your footage to an SD card or to cloud storage that saves 30-day video history....
In this video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows a homeowner how to properly mulch garden beds. Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time Steps for mulching a garden bed Cut a fresh border along the edge of the garden bed with a manual edger. Rake up all the existing mulch to reveal the topsoil. Shovel the excavated mulch, soil, and grass into a wheelbarrow and add it to the compost bin....
Master electrician Heath Eastman enlightens Kevin O’Connor on LED light bulbs. Heath explains how these modern bulbs are more efficient, how to choose one to match an old school incandescent output, and more. Heath even shows Kevin how the temperature scale works, and points out that not all LED bulbs are compatible with certain fixtures and switches. Advantages of LED Bulbs LED bulbs are the newest iteration for common household light bulbs, and there’s a lot to like about them....
Top 5 Reading Chairs Most Portable: Milliard Cozy Chair Best Armchair: BELLEZE Accent Chair Best Recliner: GDFStudio Macedonia Fabric Recliner Best Papasan Chair: OSP Home Furnishings Wicker Papasan Chair Best Bean Bag Chair: Chill Sack Bean Bag Chair Most Portable: Milliard Cozy Chair If you’re seeking a reading chair that you can move from room to room based on where you want to read on a given day, this may be the product for you....
If you live in Fort Lauderdale, you probably already know that South Floridians experience unique pest control challenges. To tackle the multiple species of ants, roaches, and other common pests found in Florida, you’ll need a knowledgeable and reputable pest control company. The best pest control companies in the industry can send a technician to quickly diagnose your pest problem and formulate a plan of action for protecting your home....
A speed square, also called a rafter square or layout square, has a 90-degree marking edge and a 45-degree marking edge. In this video, Tom Silva demonstrates how to use a speed square, ways to use it, and how to create your own speed square holder. 6 Speed Square Uses A speed square costs about $10 to $20 to buy. It’s really versatile and can be used as: Straightedge guide when crosscutting with a circular saw....
This Father’s Day, the Ask This Old House team members look back on their childhoods and talk about their fathers’ influences on their career paths into the trades. Having fathers that were tradesmen themselves set an example for each cast member to look up to. From sweeping up their dads’ shops to building elaborate tree houses to tagging along on jobs. Each cast member gives a glimpse into their childhoods and their most important mentors....
Roof sealants not only cover roof leaks, but they also provide a protective layer to prevent water and sunlight penetration. These sealants come in many forms, including liquid in a paint can, liquid in a spray can, liquid in a caulk gun, and adhesive tape. They’re also made of a variety of materials, including rubber and polyurethane. To learn more about which type is best for your application, read our review on the best sealants for roof leaks....
Installing a gutter alternative Remove the old gutter by prying off the spikes with a hammer and a prybar. Then unscrew the gutter from the fascia with the drill driver. Mark 10” from the end of the house, then 30” from the end of the house, then 50” from the end. Screw the mounting brackets on your marks as far down the fascia board as possible. It should be at least 4” down from the roof edge and 1 ½” from the drip edge....
Walls and trim seem to get all the attention when it comes to paint makeovers. Next time you aim to liven up a room with color, look at your ceiling: It may just be the key to waking up a tired room, without a pricey remodel. We aren’t the only ones who like a little color on the ceiling. Dee Schlotter, national color brand manager for PPG The Voice of Color Program, considers the ceiling a room’s “fifth wall,” and urges homeowners to remember it when creating a space’s color design....
If you’ve ever seen road crews spraying liquid de-icer before a storm, you may have wondered: “If the pros have a way to prevent ice from forming, why am I out here hauling these heavy bags, spreading messy pellets all over my property, then waiting an hour or two for it to activate before I go back out to clean it up again?”. That’s a very good question. Now, thanks to PlaySAFE Ice Blocker, a Professional Grade product designed for residential applications, you too can prevent ice buildup—without the mess, and without harm to pets, property, or environment....
Most fences are painted or stained, but paint is a mixed blessing. There are few things as pretty as a freshly painted fence—or as ugly as a peeling one. If you plan to paint your fence, expect to invest lots of time scraping, sanding, priming, and repainting every five to seven years. Always prime the bare wood first, then apply the best-quality exterior paint you can afford. A labor-saving alternative is an exterior semi-transparent stain....
BEFORE | Washed Out A small space can be the perfect place to add some drama. Even though designer Laura Ulam’s Yountville, CA, home was a light and bright mix of modern-farmhouse and cottage styles, she envisioned a darker, “more masculine” look for the small guest bath in her 1982 home. Shown: The guest bath lacked personality, with washed-out colors and builder-basic materials. Contractor: Mario Samayoa AFTER | Dramatic Mix But first she added some much-needed light in the windowless space, installing a skylight in the shower and recessed lights in the ceiling....
Best Spray Mop: Bona Hard-Surface Floor Spray Mop Convenient and efficient, this spray mop has a 16.5-inch mop head to cover a lot of flooring in one go. It’s paired with a 34-ounce bottle of stone, tile, and laminate floor cleaner. Once you run out of solution, you can buy another jug to refill the cartridge. Key Features Comes with a spray mop, a 34-ounce refillable cartridge of cleaning solution, and a 16....
Top 5 Poster Frames Best Pack: upsimples Picture Frame Set Best Plexiglass Covering: Americanflat Poster Frame Best for Large Posters: MCS Studio Gallery Frames Best Thick Frame: MCS Museum Poster Frame Best Coverless Frame: Benjia Poster Frame Best Pack: upsimples Picture Frame Set Key Features Comes in a five-pack Has a black frame Measures 16 by 20 inches Available in other sizes and colors What Customers Are Saying Compare Top Poster Frames upsimples Picture Frame Set...
Raleigh real estate is serious business. The Triangle is growing rapidly, and according to a 2019 joint study by the Urban Land Institute and PricewaterhouseCoopers, the Raleigh-Durham area ranks No. 2 in the country for overall real estate prospects. Buying or selling a home is an important moment, and you can’t put your trust for such a serious transaction in the hands of just anyone. Raleigh’s real estate agents vary in quality, and you don’t want to work with someone who has limited experience, is an unreliable communicator, or doesn’t have a proven track record....
Q: I’d like to add insulation to a wall during a renovation. What should I keep in mind? Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time —Peter Wefers, North Andover, Mass. Tom Silva replies: Filling walls with a fluffy layer of fiberglass insulation is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to make your home more energy efficient. All it takes is a utility knife, a straightedge, and a little patience to make sure the insulation completely fills the stud cavity, side to side and top to bottom, without being overly compressed....
In this video, This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey installs a device that will heat a pool with the heat produced by an air conditioner. Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time Steps for Heating a Swimming Pool with an Air Conditioner Turn off the power to the pool filter. Use a PVC saw to cut out a section of plastic pipe leading from the pool filter. Thread an adapter into a T-fitting, then insert a sensor well into the adapter....
