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Not A Bench Grinder: Renew Outdoor Furniture With A Highly Rated Lowe's Product

staff@hunker.com (Chris Deziel) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0000

Upgrading your outdoor furniture can be a hassle if there are many layers of paint to work through. However, this top-rated Lowe's product could make it easy.

Forget Wood Decks: A Sustainable And Durable Alternative For Your Backyard

staff@hunker.com (Alexandra Upton) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Wood decking can be tough to maintain, but a fast-growing alternative offers impressive strength and durability while making a smaller environmental impact.

Forget Sandpaper: Remove Paint And More With An Easy-To-Use Lowe's Find

staff@hunker.com (Rob Johnstone) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0000

This easy-to-use Lowe's find helps you remove paint from paneling and intricate surfaces. It's also great to remove gunk from gardening tools, chainsaws, more.

Ditch Store Bought: DIYer Uses Old Wood Pallets To Cover Up An Unsightly AC Unit

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Your outdoor AC unit is likely not the most flattering welcome to your home. This wood pallet DIY will cover it up with minimal woodworking skills needed.

Gravel Vs. Chip Seal: Which Driveway Is Easier To Live With?

staff@hunker.com (Derek Rose) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0000

When deciding between gravel and chip seal for a material to use on your driveway, it's important to consider everything these two options entail.

Spraying Windex On Caulk: Why It Is Recommended And What It Is For

staff@hunker.com (Alison Kasch) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Applying caulk to seal your sink or bathtub is one task that tends to get messy quickly. But there's a Windex hack making rounds online that could help.

Forget Dull Drill Bits: Easily Sharpen Them With These Amazon Finds For Under $40

staff@hunker.com (Ron Baker) — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Dull drill bits can lead to overheating, damaged work, ruined bits, and more. These drill bit sharpeners from Amazon are a budget-friendly solution.

How To Fix Cracks In Asphalt Driveways In Two Simple Steps

staff@hunker.com (Cayla Leonard) — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Cracked asphalt isn't just an eyesore; those little gaps can get worse over time. Luckily, you don't need a professional or fancy tools to fix your driveway.

Not A Mirror: Joanna Gaines' Clever Trick For Making A Small Kitchen Look Bigger

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Marshall) — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 01:30:00 +0000

If you feel claustrophobic in your own kitchen, take a cue from Joanna Gaines and try this simple, budget-friendly addition to instantly open up the space.

He Makes An Epic Outdoor Grill Using Concrete Blocks

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0000

DIYing an outdoor grill doesn't have to be difficult. This clever creator builds a BBQ out of cinder blocks, and proves that you don't even need to use mortar.

Swap Gravel Driveways For An Eco-Friendly, Low-Maintenance Material

staff@hunker.com (Alexandra Upton) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Gravel driveways are a popular choice for homeowners, but there are disadvantages with this low-cost choice. Instead, opt for this eco-friendly material.

Ditch The Wood Deck And Patio: The Stylish Alternative Chip And Joanna Gaines Used Instead

staff@hunker.com (Alexandra Upton) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Chip and Joanna Gaines are known for their innovative, rustic designs, so it may be surprising to learn what material they use for some decks and patios.

Keep Your Stash Of Nails Rust-Free With This Clever WD-40 Hack

staff@hunker.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Practically every American home has a can of WD-40 stored somewhere, which makes this a pretty convenient hack for protecting nails from rust.

3 Things To Avoid Using WD-40 Contact Cleaner On

staff@hunker.com (Ryan Cashman) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Unlike regular WD-40, WD-40 Contact Cleaner is solvent-based and designed specifically for electronics - but there are three places you shouldn't risk using it.

Add Privacy To An Open Area Without Curtains Using An Easy Solution

staff@hunker.com (Alexandra Upton) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

This is a more clever way to divide an open space (as a bonus, it also adds extra storage). Pick a style depending on how much privacy you want.

Reach For This Kitchen Cleaner To Easily Remove Oil Stains From Your Driveway

staff@hunker.com (Christy Rae Ammons) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Blotchy oil stains are an eyesore on your driveway, but there's a kitchen cleaning product you may already have that works perfectly on these greasy stains.

Scrap Curtains And Blinds: Lowe's Has A Cuter Way To Cover Windows For Under $30

staff@hunker.com (LD Uehara) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 03:00:00 +0000

Got a window where blinds or drapes won't work? This pretty and practical window covering at Lowe's offers privacy while letting natural light through.

The Guideline For Gravel Driveways Many Homeowners Don't Find Out About Until It's Too Late

staff@hunker.com (Sophia Beams) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Is water pooling in your gravel driveway? Find out what homeowners often overlook when it comes to gravel driveway layout, installation, drainage, and more.

Add One-Way Privacy To Windows Without Blocking Natural Light

staff@hunker.com (Lilith Hudson) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0000

To allow natural light into your home but prevent passersby from peering through your windows, there is a one-way privacy solution that's easy to add.

Woman Uses Simple Home Depot Finds To Cover Windows And Block Out Texas Heat

staff@hunker.com (Chris Deziel) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Seems you might need to add a trip to Home Depot in your heat-combating arsenal as these finds were essential for this DIYer to deal with Texas heat.