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DIY Bucket Air Conditioner

If you need some quick cooling in a closed space, this 5-gallon bucket air conditioner might be the low-cost DIY unit for you. DIY air conditioner Okay, so we had to try this magical do-it-yourself air conditioner for ourselves. We've read several articles and watched...

Open Your Garage Door with Your Phone

There are more and more devices being converted to smart devices from, well, not-so-smart. Dumb isn't very nice. Aside from the windows and main doors, there's one other opening that grants access into your house: The garage door. Did I close the garage door? Ever...

The Best Garage Door Lubricant – Are You Using the Right Product?

It might seem obvious to simply grease up all the moving parts on your garage door if they become noticeably squeaky. If the noise is gone then you’re happy and the job is done, right? Wrong. We cover some common mistakes and misconceptions when it comes to lubricating your garage door.

The Best Garage Door Paint

A garage door makes up about a third of your house’s facade. A faded old door can really affect the curb appeal. If you have a weekend, we have a project that will give your house a facelift for under $100.

The Best Garage Floor Coating

Installing a garage floor coating can be a stylish and practical addition to any garage. Providing a visual pop that will set your garage apart. But what are the realities of installing floor coating on your own? With all the hours of preparation and hard work in completing this task, what should you need to know before you decide to take it on yourself?

The Best Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner

Whether your garage is finished or not, you might find that it’s difficult to maintain a comfortable temperature. While you can always add layers, you can only take so many off…unless you’re into that sort of spiritual garage experience.

The Best Garage Heater

If you live in a colder climate or spend most of your time in the garage, space heaters may be the only option you have to keep you and your space warm. We’ve listed five of the best garage heaters on the market and provided you with details to make an informed decision.

The Best Pedestal Fan

Looking to move some air around in your garage? Here we look at five of the best pedestal fans on the market and what makes them so special.