Last year I tested a pair of Blaklader Brawny work pants with external pockets designed to remove the need for a tool belt. They proved comfortable and exceptionally durable, and came with two removable knee pads that eliminated the need for over-the-pants pads. Blaklader has produced durable workwear since 1959, and recently introduced its first … Read more

Do you have an extra $2 million lying around? If so, you could own a sprawling Frank Lloyd Wright residence near Los Banos, California. Known as the Fawcett House, this six-bedroom property sits on roughly 80 acres. Its design, according to the New York Times, is built around equilateral triangles, with a central living room … Read more

The Corvette C8 arrived two years ago and quickly established itself as a standout: the first true American-made supercar. Chevrolet has now pushed the performance envelope further with the 2023 Corvette Z06, a focused, track-ready variant that amplifies everything enthusiasts love about the mid-engine platform. At the heart of the Z06 is a flat-plane crank … Read more

The industrial-chic trend shows no signs of slowing, and sawhorse tables have become a popular, versatile choice for homes and workspaces. If you like the look but not the price tags, here’s a straightforward guide to building a durable, attractive sawhorse table on a budget. Though they may appear simple, many ready-made sawhorse tables are … Read more

Our yard is small but powerful. The indoor/outdoor layout has always worked well for us, but recently our neighbor removed a row of bushes on his property that had formed a natural privacy screen between our homes. Once the bushes were gone, his kitchen and dining room windows were fully exposed to our backyard, and … Read more

When renovating, one constant challenge is storage—specifically, creating more of it. Whether your home is two centuries old or just a couple of decades, additional storage is almost always on the list. But what if you don’t have the square footage for a generous walk-in closet or the exact dimensions for off-the-shelf wardrobe units? The … Read more

In April, I had the privilege of attending the VIP Press Tour at Coverings, an international trade show dedicated to every facet of the tile and stone industry, held in Orlando, Florida. Over three days I was fully immersed in the world of tile, and I’m sharing a carefully curated glimpse of the show with … Read more

How to Hang Wall Art so It Looks Right (And Stays Put) An empty wall can make a room feel unfinished. The solution is straightforward: hang artwork that adds color, mood, and personality. The difference between “nice” and “nailed it” is planning—choosing the right height, leveling carefully, and using suitable anchors so the piece stays … Read more

Pit Boss has rapidly risen to prominence in the barbecue world by delivering high-quality smokers and grills at accessible prices. After exploring their range at the National Hardware Show, I tested the Pit Boss Pro Series 820 to see how it performs across a variety of cooking styles. I pushed the Pro Series 820 through … Read more

So a friend sold her home last spring and moved to Spain—an exciting dream of sun, tapas, and a new life. She spent weeks buried in shipping quotes and visa forums, laser-focused on the overseas logistics. The house she was selling barely registered on her radar. Then her realtor called about a failed inspection and … Read more