These tips on how to keep squirrels out of your bird feeders will ensure a cleaner outdoor space and happier birds. blightylad-infocus / Getty Images Hanging up a bird feeder is a great way to attract birds to your backyard, but you may find you have more than feathered friends visiting. Knowing how to keep squirrels out of bird feeders will help prevent these cute but messy creatures from...

Check out our recent favorite products, including kitchenware, coolers, and coffee makers. Summer is officially here, and our editors are trying everything possible to stay cool. From portable fans to a perfect road trip cooler, we're all about beating the heat. Iced coffee drinks have been our go-to lately, and our food editor shares her new favorite espresso machine that she calls a "coffee shop-level...

Whether it's in an entryway, hallway, or living space, learn how to style a console table like a pro. Kim Cornelison A console table is one of the most versatile pieces of furniture you could ever put in your home. It can provide practical storage, create a place for lighting, or provide a spot to display seasonal decor. It also works in pretty much any room—place it in the entryway to create a...

Say goodbye to stressful party planning and hello to the laid-back gathering of the season: at-home cafes. ozgurcankaya / Getty Images Let's face it—we all love a big summer bash, but who has time to do all the planning and prepping that come with throwing one? While an al fresco dinner party is worth it every once in a while, when it comes to good conversation and laughs, few gatherings beat...

When space is at a premium, there are several advantages to having a U-shaped kitchen layout (also called a C-shaped layout), which uses three walls or cabinet sections. It can give you an efficient work triangle, for one. It can also offer a lot of storage and counter space relative to the...

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Yet simultaneously enjoy record high home prices in May According to the National Association of Realtors, U.S. existing-home sales dipped in May 2024 as the median sales price climbed to a record high. In the four major U.S. regions, sales slid month-over-month in the South but were unchanged in the Northeast, Midwest and West. Year-over-year, sales rose in the Midwest but receded in the Northeast, South...

Including deals on upright, cordless, and handheld vacuums. Better Homes & Gardens / Marcus Millan No matter the size of your house, vacuuming is one of the biggest household chores. But with the right vacuum, cleaning your floors doesn’t have to be a dreaded task. If your old vacuum cleaner just isn’t cutting it anymore, it’s time for an upgrade, and Amazon has you covered. More than a...

You don’t need a big garden to grow your own zucchini. Kindra Clineff Growing zucchini in pots is an excellent solution for urban gardeners looking to add more growing space to their small yard, patio, or balcony. Zucchini and the closely related crookneck and summer squash plants are larger than many other vegetables, but they can still be cultivated in small garden spaces with a roomy pot and...