Best Flip Top: Ello Syndicate Glass Water Bottle Whether you’re exercising or driving, this water bottle is equipped with a one-touch flip lid for easy access to your water. The lid locks into place when you’re done drinking and features a loop for carrying it. The bottle also has a silicone sleeve that keeps the glass protected if it drops. Key Features 20-ounce capacity Flip-top lid Silicone sleeve Carrying loop Multiple color options...

Top 5 Mosquito Repellents Most User-Friendly: OFF! Deep Woods Mosquito and Insect Repellent Wipes Best Spray Repellent: OFF! Deep Woods Insect & Mosquito Repellent Best For Standing Water: Summit Responsible Solutions Mosquito Dunks Best Heat-Activated: Thermacell Patio Shield Mosquito Repeller Best Design: Neatmaster Ultrasonic Pest Repeller Most User-Friendly: OFF! Deep Woods Mosquito and Insect Repellent Wipes These lemon-scented repellent wipes are easy to apply and provide long-lasting protection from mosquitoes, gnats, and other pests....

Best Foam Brush: Bates Foam Paintbrushes Best for Large Areas: perdura Deck Stain Brush Applicator Easiest To Store: Purdy Sprig Paintbrush Best for Artists: Benicci Professional Artist Paintbrush Set Best for Angles: Richard Goose-Neck Angular Paintbrush Best for Trim: Wooster 5224 Sash Paint Brush Best for Corners: Wooster Shortcut Angle Sash Paintbrush Best Foam Brush: Bates Foam Paintbrushes Pros and Cons ✔ Has absorbent foam cells✔ Measures two inches wide to paint small areas✔ Has a sturdy wooden handle ✘ Not efficient for large paint jobs✘ Can become floppy after excessive use...

Luring fireflies to your yard can take time and, depending on where you live, might even be impossible. Read on to learn about the different types of fireflies, to figure out if your yard can support them, and to find tips from Pfeiffer and Salvatore about how to attract fireflies to your yard. Where Can I Find Fireflies? There are over 150 species of firefly in the U.S., each with its own environment, Salvatore says....

Crock-Pot Cook & Carry Portable Slow Cooker Nothing says “I love you” quite like a slow-cooker beef stew. This 6-quart model is perfect for potlucks, tailgating, or romantic picnics in front of a cozy fireplace. KitchenAid Electric Kettle Flipwich Non-Stick Sandwich Maker Prepare the perfect brunch with help from this hot-sandwich maker. The stovetop Flipwich features a non-stick and scratch-resistant copper-infused ceramic cooking surface. Highwin French Press The double-wall construction of this handsome French press keeps coffee or tea warm longer than glass models, while outside stays cool to the touch....

Watch the Tour Download the Cottage on the Cape Resource Guide Designed by award-winning Union Studio Architecture & Community Design, built by the region’s leading custom home builders at Cape Associates, and featuring the design savvy of Denise Enright Interior Design, this home brims with innovative touches including a sleeping loft for four; a finished basement; a generous outdoor entertaining spaces; a maker’s workshop; and an in-law apartment. Don’t miss it!...

So the question is: Should you reach for the wood filler or the wood putty to fix that crack in the baseboard? And what about the trim around the basement door? Learn when to use the right one to repair and preserve the beautiful wood in your home. What is wood filler? Usually, a wood filler is a mixture of wood fibers, such as sawdust, and a binder that hardens....

Buyer’s Guide Scary decor isn’t just for Halloween. Pumpkins, vampires, ghosts, spiders, and more can add a little fright to your home all year round. This buying guide will give you everything you need to know to decide on the best spooky decorating ideas to buy this season. Type There are many different types of popular spooky decorations. These can include: Candles Doormats Fake cobwebs Fake tombstones Fog machines Inflatable arches Inflatable characters Outdoor animatronics Outdoor lights Pumpkins Spooky throw pillows Witch hats...

These 15 low maintenance shrubs for landscaping are all attractive, reliable, trouble-free plants. None have serious pest problems, and they don’t require constant pruning or cleanup. 15 Best Low Maintenance Shrubs 1. Oakleaf Hydrangea Native to Georgia, Florida and Mississippi Oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) is a shrub for all seasons, with large, showy cone-shaped flower clusters in early summer, outstanding fall color and handsome cinnamon-colored, flaking bark in winter. This widely adapted plant grows upright from 4 to 6 feet high with an equal or greater spread....

You’ll get to explore the newly-remodeled house, meet cast and crew members from This Old House, and join in the revelry as we celebrate another completed renovation of Season 43. It’s all going down on Thursday, June 9th, in Saratoga Springs, New York. For a chance to win, enter below! You may enter once per day until the contest closes at 11:59 PM EDT on Tuesday, May 23, 2022. We’ll start contacting potential winners with valid email addresses and phone numbers on Tuesday, May 24....

Things to keep in your car Jumper cables Don’t assume the person who stops to help will have cables. Or you may be called on to help someone else. This dead-battery remedy can be a whole lot faster than waiting for the garage guy you call—and cheaper too. Car registration Chances are it’s in your glove compartment, but maybe you removed it to prevent identity theft. Check your state’s laws, as you may be required to have it in your vehicle at all times....

Top 5 Sledgehammers Best for Heavy-Duty Projects: Wilton B.A.S.H. 20-Pound Sledge Hammer (22036) Best Multi-Purpose: Fiskars IsoCore 10-Pound Sledge Hammer Best Fiberglass Handle: Jackson 16-Pound Sledgehammer Best Handheld: Estwing Sure Strike Three-Pound Sledge Best for Household Use: Craftsman Eight-Pound Sledge Hammer Best for Heavy-Duty Projects: Wilton B.A.S.H. 20-Pound Sledge Hammer (22036) The Wilton 22036 sledgehammer features a durable, steel-core handle and a reinforced striking head that’s fit for professionals or homeowners in need of a heavy-duty demolition tool....

Back in August 2009, Juan and his wife, Vicky, moved into their first house: a stucco ranch in Camarillo, California, about 15 miles from the naval base where he is stationed. The home’s interior was move-in ready for the family of five, but the backyard wasn’t as welcoming. “The yard was plain,” he says. “No one went out there to hang out.” As a Seabee, a member of the construction arm of the Navy engineering corps responsible for building military fortifications, Juan is skilled in carpentry and bridge engineering....

Consider why your existing dining room isn’t working: Poor flow and an overly formal tone are frequent complaints. Perhaps your current dining room functions as an awkward pass-thru and feels like less of a destination than it should. If you use the dining room only on special occasions, it may be time to give it a secondary purpose. Incorporating library-style bookshelves or a tidy work area are ways to get more function out of the room....

Tom Silva replies: The advice you received is correct: The best way to deal with old asbestos floor tiles is to cover them up. That’s enough to prevent the damage and wear that can release fibers into the air; no sealer is needed. Carpeting and a suitable pad will do the trick. In a basement I’d suggest a rubber-based carpet pad rather than a fiber pad. You could also cover the tiles with new vinyl flooring, linoleum, or even ceramic tiles....