Top 5 Yard Games Best Classic Game: GoSports Cornhole Set Best High-Energy Game: Spikeball Spikeball Pro Kit Best For Kids: Giggle N Go Limbo Best Combination Game: Franklin Sports Outdoor Game Combo Set Best Suspenseful Game: Yard Games Giant Tumbling Timbers Best Classic Game: GoSports Cornhole Set Pros and Cons ✔ Comes with weatherproof bean bags✔ Takes seconds to set up✔ Has American flag boards and red and blue bags ✘ Can’t get the boards wet✘ Not as portable as other yard games...

VELUX has revolutionized skylights with a product line that not only brightens and lightens any home but also can—quite literally—bring in a breath of fresh air, another essential benefit to good health and well-being. How Energy-Efficient Are Skylights? Skylights save homeowners money, too; Augmenting existing lighting systems with natural light from skylights can reduce overall energy costs, and solar-operated skylights are eligible for a 26% federal tax credit for both product and installation....

In addition to their beauty, living walls may bring mental and even physical benefits to the people exposed to them. Initially appearing in public spaces, they’ve caught on as a residential design element; apartment dwellers with limited access to a traditional garden or houseplants may be especially intrigued by these amazing murals. Ahead, some specifics on creating a living wall, including the right light, framework, and plants, so you can get in on this growing trend....

Top 5 Sprinklers Melnor Metal Turbo Oscillator GrowGreen Rotating Lawn Sprinkler Gilmour Spot Sprinkler Orbit Brass Impact Sprinkler Nelson Traveling Sprinkler RainTrain Melnor Metal Turbo Oscillator This oscillating sprinkler from Melnor uses 20 nozzles to spray water in two directions and cover up to 4,500 square feet of your yard. The sprinkler has an adjustable width and range to adapt to the size of your garden, lawn, or flower bed. Additionally, Melnor gives homeowners peace of mind through its limited lifetime warranty, which protects the sprinkler from defects in material and workmanship....

Atlanta experiences a variety of conditions that lead to foundation problems. For example, the city experiences hot and humid summers with wet winters, which causes red clay soil to expand and contract, causing foundation settlement and cracking in your home’s walls. The local fauna and flora may also find their way into your home’s foundation in search of water, leading to leaks, mold, and mildew growth. If you notice common signs of foundation problems, such as cracking or mold, then you want to find a foundation repair company as soon as possible....

Privacy and quiet aren’t so easy to achieve when it’s a corner property and two sides are exposed to the neighborhood. Add to that the sloping terrain—how and what do you plant to keep it stable, yet pleasing?—and turning a hillside into a beautiful and useful landscape can feel like an uphill battle. The Garden Plan A small circular driveway leads to the front of the house. In back, the teardrop-shaped sloping one-acre lot was turned into a series of connecting outdoor rooms....

Engineered for Long-lasting Stability The Farmhouse floor framing uses Trus Joist® TJI® Joists manufactured by Weyerhaeuser. Strong and lightweight, they can handle longer spans than standard dimensional lumber and are less likely to warp, twist or shrink. It all adds up to faster installation and solid, squeak-free floors. A Solid Subfloor that Stands Up to the Elements The Farmhouse pairs its Trus Joist® TJI® Joists with Weyerhaeuser’s newest innovation in premium subfloor, Diamond™ OSB floor panels....

Today, fire pits come in a wide range of sizes, materials, and styles. Choosing the right type depends on how frequently you’ll use it, where you plan to put it, your budget, and your local code, which can dictate size—or whether one is allowed at all. Some homeowners swear allegiance to a crackling wood fire (and are willing to deal with the smoke and ash that come with it), while others may find the ease of flipping a switch for instant (and more controllable) flames a greater draw....

The Anatomy of a Window The glass pane is the most basic part of a window. The sash is the glass and the frame that holds it. Containing the sash is the window frame. The sill is on the outside of a window, while the horizontal piece of interior trim at the window’s bottom is a stool. Extension jambs are added to extend the window frame to the face of the interior wall for trim when the wall is thicker than the window frame’s depth....

Ways to Divide Lengths in Half Rounding to the nearest whole number Measure the width of the board, then choose a slightly larger dimension that’s easily divisible by two. For example, if the board measures 37⅝ inches, round it up to 40 inches. Pull a tape measure diagonally across the board until the 40-inch graduation aligns with the edge of the board. Make a pencil mark at the 20-inch graduation line, which is half of 40....

The best homeowners insurance companies in Washington, D.C., provide affordable premiums and extensive coverage with a variety of customizable add-ons. Read on for our top picks for Washington, D.C., home insurance. To get home insurance quotes in your area, call 855-948-5219 or enter your zip code in our free quote tool: Washington, D.C.’s Top 4 Homeowners Insurance Companies The highest-rated homeowners insurance companies in Washington, D.C., include: Lemonade: Best Valuable Coverage Allstate: Best Overall Farmers: Most Customizable Coverage Travelers: Most Experience...

There are a wide variety of home security systems on the market in Tulsa. To help you find the right fit for your home, the This Old House Reviews Team has evaluated the best home security systems on key factors like affordability, equipment, and installation. Keep reading to learn about your options. Top 6 Home Security Systems in Tulsa ADT: Best Overall Vivint: Best for Smart Home Integration SimpliSafe: Best for Easy Installation Frontpoint: Best for Smartphone Integration Abode: Best for Customization Alder: Best for Medical Alerts...

However, with so many home warranty companies out there, keeping track of who offers what at the best price can be time-consuming. To that end, we’ve prepared a list of the top three home warranty companies in Cleveland, Ohio to make your search easier. We’re confident you can find the right warranty for your home from a provider on our list. Top 3 Home Warranty Companies in Cleveland The highest-rated home warranty companies in Cleveland include:...