Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Staining a deck or fence is a perfectly doable DIY project. That doesn't mean you want to do it more than necessary. If ...

The results: Only one laundry stain remover from our tests gets rid of stains better than everyday liquid detergent: OxiClean MaxForce. The other five spray-on laundry stain removers we tested, from ...

Consumers can save hundreds by replacing decking themselves as the material alone can be expensive. Consumer Reports looked at the pros and cons of wood, composite, plastic, and aluminum to help ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. As we approach Labor Day, you’ll begin to ...

Stains happen. And when they do, you may reach for a stain remover like Shout or Spray And Wash. But do these stain removers really work any better than ordinary liquid laundry detergents? To find out ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Concrete floors typically don't need as much attention as others ...

Long warranties and a long life for paints and stains top most people's wish lists for exterior finishes. But the two aren't necessarily synonymous. And don't expect a team of uniformed pros to arrive ...

Apply baking soda: Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda over the stained area. Baking soda helps to absorb moisture and ...

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Even if you own the best vacuum, your carpets are going to get dirty, and they're not equipped to handle stains. Renting carpet steaming machines or hiring a professional can be costly. In the long ...