Organizing garage and storage spaces can be challenging during seasonal transitions, when holiday items and additional tools accumulate and create clutter. Properly storing long-handled tools is especially important because they often have sharp edges and can cause injuries if stepped on, tripped over, or if they fall from a wall. The Racor SecureHold Holder provides … Read more

Last week we had the privilege of visiting John Deere. After taking a factory tour of their Horicon Works plant, we traveled to the Swan road testing facility where we evaluated more than 40 machines — including riding mowers, lawn tractors, and zero-turn models. Among the units we tested were John Deere’s newest offerings featuring … Read more

Last year we partnered with United Mayflower to promote their portable container storage service. This year we’re hosting another giveaway: one lucky reader will receive a free month of on-site container storage plus a $50 Home Depot gift card. Instead of renting a moving van and making trips to a storage facility, United Mayflower delivers … Read more

At Milwaukee Tool’s New Tool Symposium, attendees expected a steady stream of meaningful innovations—improvements to established products and new solutions that address real trade demands. This year met those expectations, with Milwaukee launching several anticipated products and introducing a new battery platform that enables them. M18 REDLITHIUM High Output HD12.0 Battery First up is the … Read more

The 2020 Corvette Stingray C8 marks a major milestone for General Motors, combining advanced engineering, high performance and impressive affordability. Unveiled recently, the new Corvette delivers blistering acceleration, with 0–60 mph times under three seconds in equipped forms and up to 495 horsepower—yet it starts at around $60,000. With that combination of performance and price, … Read more

Whole-home renovation in the Southeastern United States requires planning that responds to climate and site-specific conditions many homeowners from drier or cooler regions underestimate. Persistent humidity, hurricane-season exposure, year-round termite activity, expansive clay soils, and long, hot summers all shape choices that would be less relevant in New England or the Pacific Northwest. Renovation approaches … Read more

Lighting shapes how a room looks, feels, and functions. The right wall fixtures can make a space warm and welcoming, while poor lighting can flatten even the most carefully decorated interiors. Wall lights are one of the most versatile tools for creating layered, intentional lighting in any home. When chosen and positioned thoughtfully, they add … Read more

Kobalt may be a newer name in the power-tool market, but the brand has quickly established a credible presence with a 20V MAX platform that competes with long-standing manufacturers. These tools are built with durability and performance in mind, reflecting Lowe’s serious investment in developing the Kobalt lineup. The 20V MAX collection delivers professional-feeling construction … Read more

Power tools make a reliable and appreciated gift for Father’s Day, and you don’t have to overspend to give dad something useful. RYOBI’s 18V ONE+ system offers more than 40 cordless tools that work with the same battery platform, so you can start with an affordable tool and upgrade batteries or add tools later without … Read more

Last month we joined Formica at the Builder’s Show to celebrate their 100th anniversary and to preview the new Anniversary Collection. The range stands out immediately for its bold use of color and distinctive patterns — a clear departure from safe, neutral surfaces. The collection was created exclusively for Formica Group by Pentagram, the world’s … Read more