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I’ve always enjoyed cutting my lawn. What I didn’t enjoy was the hour-and-a-half to two-hour time commitment to mow my 1/3-acre lot. For years now, I’ve been researching wider, homeowner-grade, walk-behind mowers. I finally decided to buy the one that got the wide, walk-behind trend started — The Toro Timemaster 30. What is the Toro Timemaster 30? The Toro Timemaster 30 is a 30-inch-wide walk-behind mower powered by easy-to-start, 223cc Briggs & Stratton gasoline engine....

For a tiling rookie, the hardest, and arguably the most intimidating, part of a shower tile installation is the prep work. Creating the proper slope can be tricky. Bottom line: You want the water to go down the drain—all of it! That means the pitch needs to be steep enough so water doesn’t pool up. Pooling water leaves stains and could shorten the life of grout, and pooling water stinks, literally....

Cats sure look cute in a harness. And, good news — many cats actually like to wear them! If you’ve ever wanted to outfit your cat with a harness so they can enjoy the great outdoors alongside the rest of the family, we say give it a try. But first, here is some need-to-know info to help you choose the best cat harness for your cat. Why Get a Cat Harness?...

Just like your car’s engine depends on oil to keep it running smoothly, your gas-powered chainsaw engine needs oil to operate at its best. Different chainsaws require different oils, and using the wrong oil or not enough oil can cause major problems. Knowing the available chainsaw oil options, learning how to choose the right one and determining the right fuel/oil ratio can help ensure your chainsaw runs smoothly every time....

I used to own a house at the base of a hill, and that side frequently flooded during the heavy rains that now seem to be part of a bygone era in California. To correct the situation, workers removed all the foundation plants and shrubbery, then deposited and spread a healthy amount of new soil. That, plus a new drainage system, finally dried out my persistently damp and moldy crawl space....

In colder parts of the country, salt is often applied to road surfaces to help keep them free of ice. While the salt makes winter driving safer, it can cause corrosion on your car. Fortunately, you can fight back against the rust by frequently washing your car, thus removing the salt from the underside. Of course, in freezing temperatures it can be a challenge to wash your car — after all, the water is likely to freeze!...

It is important to change the oil in your lawn mower to make sure you are getting the best performance along with preserving the lifespan of the small engine. Follow our guide from the experts on when and how to change the oil in your mower. When to Change Oil In Your Mower Depending on what type of lawn mower you are using, here are the recommendations on when to change or add fresh oil to the mower....

This FHM series introduces readers to a few of the women who make up 11 percent of the construction workforce in the U.S., spotlighting stories of their careers in the field. Know someone we should feature? Email us here. When she was eight years old, Andrea Harris’ parents moved her and her five siblings from the Caribbean island of Antigua to New York City. Though Harris often dreamed of a career in journalism, a university education wasn’t in the cards financially....

A recently-announced partnership between The Home Depot and Walmart has the potential to allow millions of DIYers and professional to get tools and materials delivered straight to their jobsites — sometimes the same day they place an order. The partnership relies on The Home Depot routing a portion of online orders through Walmart’s B2B GoLocal service, launched in August. That allows companies to piggyback on the retail titan’s experience with customer deliveries....

Memorial Day Weekend is the traditional summer kickoff. That’s when people begin spending more time outside, enjoying the sunshine and fresh air in their backyards. Memorial Day Weekend is also a traditional time for furniture sales, and a good set of patio furniture can take your outdoor lounging from fine to fantastic. While there will be more deals in the fall, these Memorial Day patio furniture sales let you enjoy your new purchase right away, rather than sticking it in storage for the winter....

It’s easier to do certain jobs if you have two drills set up with the different bits you need. Zip anchors, drilling and tapping metal and countersinking screws all require multiple drill tips or bits. If you’ve done any of these projects, you know it’s a hassle to constantly remove and re-chuck the bit you need. Awhile back, Worx came out with its new and improved Switchdriver 2.0, a single drill with a switchable chuck....

schlyx/Shutterstock Getting bit by anything is a shock. Sometimes it leads to an itchy bump, and other times it leads to much more serious health issues. In the case of the “kissing bug,” it could be the latter. Kissing bugs have been found throughout the continental U.S. since 1899. To date, there are 11 different species of the bugs have been identified in 28 states. The revelations of their dangers have sparked concern....

An attic, by definition, is the area between the roof and the ceiling or walls of the inhabited rooms in a home. While it may seem like just empty space, an attic can tell you a lot about the condition of a home and reveal problems that need attention. That’s why regular attic inspections are so important for the overall health of your home. What Is an Attic Inspection? An attic inspection takes a good, hard look at the elements under the roof, including the home’s ventilation, insulation and structure....

Sponsored by Home Depot: This piece was created in partnership with Home Depot, home to Kidde fire safety products that can help you protect your home and family with fire alarms, carbon monoxide alarms and fire extinguishers. Having working and dependable smoke alarms is home safety 101. Whether you’re concerned about common household items that can spark a fire, environmental risks like wildfires, or just simply protecting your loved ones, ensuring you have the best possible smoke alarms is incredibly important....

Let’s establish one thing right off the bat: A router is not an essential piece of equipment in the wood shop. It’s possible to build a piece of furniture without one. However, the versatility of a wood router is hard to match, and once you learn to use a router, it’ll become one of your go-to tools. It’s great for everything from joinery to edge shaping to custom wood inlay. If you own a router, you’ll use it often....

The latest popular standout: the super-modern NOMAD Micro Home, which costs a cool $38,800. What Does It Look Like? This “micro home” is a 13-1/2-ft. cube, with a main living area, full bathroom and lofted sleep space. The overall design is incredibly modern, with lots of clean lines and simple fixtures. On This Page It features several large windows that let in plenty of natural light, and there’s a surprising amount of storage in the kitchen and loft....

There’s a secret weapon for your laundry room that you may have never thought of. Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, has a multitude of uses for baking, personal health and hygiene and household chores. When used as part of your laundry routine, it can help whiten and brighten clothes, eliminate stubborn odors and stamp out stains. Plus, at about $1.25 per pound, it’s one of the cheapest ingredients you can find to up your laundry game....

We love Carhartt because it’s the holy trinity of workwear: dependable, classic and affordable. If your workwear or everyday wardrobe needs an update; now is the perfect time to get your hands on Carhartt clothes, hats and gear. The Carhartt Bucks promotion is happening now — right along with Carhartt’s new SuperDux line of durable outerwear! Right this way to even more deals we love! What Are Carhartt Bucks? If you’re familiar with Old Navy Super Cash or Kohl’s Cash, Carhartt Bucks work the same way....

Anna Blazhuk/Getty Images Every year, people around the world gather on the night of December 31st to celebrate the start of a new year and commemorate the passing of the old one. While New Year’s Eve is now mainly known for things like its often raucous parties and the ball dropping in Time’s Square, its origins as a holiday actually extend back through history all the way to the ancient Romans....

If you’re a boat owner, there’s nothing better than getting out on the water for that first excursion of the season. Before you do that, however, there are a few things you’ll need to take care of. Proper boat preparation is important for safety and ensuring your craft stays in service for years to come. The process may seem overwhelming but it doesn’t have to be. This checklist will help get your boat in top shape for the coming season....