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The Spruce

Let Your Garden Bloom—These Are the 10 Best Places Online to Buy Beautiful Flower Bulbs

How We Picked the Flower Bulb Retailers
To select the best places to buy flower bulbs online, we researched various online store options, selecting ones known for their quality bulbs and extensive effort to ensure the shopper had everything they need to start planting upon receiving their delivery. 

We prioritized retailers that made essential information, such as Hardiness Zone, readily available on their website. However, for those who didn't have that information available, we ensured th...
The Spruce

These Are Our Editors' Favorite Places to Buy a Couch

The couch is the central hub of your living room space. It becomes the place where you can kick back and relax, read to your child, entertain your guests, and even work from home. It’s an investment you will likely spend a lot of time on over the years, so you want to make sure you’re making the right choice.

From sectionals and loveseats, to sleeper sofas and leather couches, there are countless options available. However, before you begin shopping for a couch, consider the features that matt...
The Spruce

Our Favorite Online Mattresses Are Just as Good as In-Store Options

Buying a mattress online comes with a lot of perks. You gain the same quality as you would selecting one in the store; however, the process is more straightforward and typically includes convenient and fast shipping and even setup, especially if white-glove delivery is included. 

"The mattress features you should inspect will be the same whether you’re shopping in person or online," as well, notes Jeff Kahn, the co-founder and CEO of Rise Science. He suggests "taking full advantage of free tri...
Better Homes & Gardens

The 13 Best Kitchen Sinks for Your Home

The Bottom Line
Our overall top pick for the best kitchen sink is the Krause Undermount Single Bowl Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink because it is made with a high-quality 16-gauge stainless steel and it has an undermount design, which offers a clean look and is easy to maintain. It also comes with a cutting board and a drying rack that make it a true workstation. 

What to Know About Kitchen Sinks Before Shopping
Material
We recommend shopping for kitchen sinks made from durable materia...
Better Homes & Gardens

Christmas is A Week Away—Shop the Best Tech, Outdoor, and Luxury Gifts To Spoil the Man in Your Life

As you make your holiday list and check it twice, you probably know how challenging it is to find the perfect Christmas gift to properly convey the love and appreciation you have for someone. If you’re searching for the best gift for men in your life, you've come to the right place. Whether he's tech obsessed, an outdoor enthusiast, a travel bug, or simply enjoys the finer things in life, you'll find a thoughtful gift for him here.
The Spruce

3 Easy-to-Use Touchless Kitchen Faucets to Upgrade Your Kitchen

Best Overall


BioBidet Flow Pull-Down Sprayer Faucet





PHOTO: Amazon


$239
$117 at Amazon

$270 at Wayfair

$136
$117 at Home Depot



What We Like

Sensitive touchless function
Pull-down sprayer head turns on automatically



What We Don’t Like

Batteries require maintenance every six months or so


The BioBidet Flow Pull-Down Sprayer Faucet is our top pick for a touchless kitchen faucet, because of the accuracy and seamlessness of the sensor. It’s almost as if the faucet read...
Better Homes & Gardens

Enjoy Your Outdoor Oasis in Comfort All Summer Long With One of Our Favorite Adirondack Chairs

The Bottom Line
The Kingyes Folding Adirondack Chair was comfortable for us to sit in for several hours without any discomfort. Other household members also comfortably sat in the chair as well, all of whom were different sizes and heights. For a more budget-friendly pick, the Ciokea Folding Adirondack Chair comes with a cup holder that can hold 18-ounce beverages.

Our Testing Process
To find the best Adirondack chairs, we tested 18 products within a two-week period. We began testing by...
Better Homes & Gardens

We Spent an Entire Workday Testing Ironing Boards, And These 3 Provided a Seamless Experience

Whether you’re preparing an outfit for a special event or putting the final touches on a handmade quilt, a reliable ironing board is essential to giving your fabrics a crisp and polished appearance. When looking for the ideal ironing board for your needs, Sacha Dunn, founder and CEO of Common Good, says stability is one of the top features to keep in mind. "A board that is strong enough to prevent wobbles and has a nice iron rest will make your job so much easier," she says. Shae Haning, tailor
Better Homes & Gardens

Add Functional Personality to Your Kitchen With These Kitchen Sinks

A kitchen sink is the true workhorse of your home. The best kitchen sink has to stand up to a wide variety of activities on a daily basis, including being able to handle boiling water. Durability is one of the most important factors to consider when shopping for the best kitchen sink. “Some of the most durable materials include stainless steel, composite sinks, cast-iron, fireclay, and copper,” says Anna Popov, principal designer of Interiors by Popov. Design and budget are other critical factor
Better Homes & Gardens

The 11 Best Shower Caddies of 2024 to Organize Your Shower

An organized shower is one of life’s small but satisfying pleasures. One of the best ways to achieve that? A good shower caddy. These helpful organizers keep all your toiletries neatly lined up in one place. However, with so many available, it can be difficult to find the best fit for your bathroom. Paige Anderson of Nitido Design recommends that shoppers look for a shower caddy that can hold all of the items you use in the shower, as well as one that’s easy to install, remove, and adjust so tha
Better Homes & Gardens

The 13 Best Christmas Garlands of 2023

Christmas garlands are iconic holiday decorations. They provide instant warmth and elegance, whether you place them on your mantle, staircase, or draped over a doorway. If you use garland to enhance your home's festive ambiance, you have a wide array of garlands to consider. Determining whether to purchase real or faux garlands can be a challenge. Liz Toombs, president and owner of PDR Interiors in Lexington, KY, says, "You will need to know your budget, time for maintenance, and desired aesthet
Bob Vila

The 28 Best Gifts to Shop at Lowe’s This Holiday Season

Santa Claus is coming to town—and he might stop at Lowe’s on the way. If you’re a fan of Lowe’s, you know that the retailer stocks much more than just tools and renovation goodies. With a range of products from smart home tech, to countertop appliances, to dazzling home decor, you can shop at Lowe’s for a variety of Christmas gifts (and maybe snag some deals while you’re at it). We’ve rounded up some of our favorite top-rated products for gifting in this Lowe’s holiday gift guide.

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Better Homes & Gardens

The 14 Best Christmas Garlands of 2024

What to Know About Christmas Garlands Before Shopping
Type
When determining the best Christmas garland for you, you should select one based on how much you are willing to invest in time and money. "The higher quality [faux] garlands can be an investment, but they last for several years," Toombs says. 

On the other hand, a real garland "offers a natural scent and appearance, but requires maintenance,” Toombs says. “It may shed needles and will need to be replaced each year. However, repl...
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