When it comes to trampolines like the Skywalker Trampolines 9x15 Trampoline and Enclosure, the options are vast. You can choose from round, rectangle, lower, or higher—or opt for any combination of nets, bumpers, and zippers galore. It can be hard to narrow down the right option for your family, especially if your trampoline is going to be used for some serious tumbling practice. We tested out this top-rated trampoline to see just how well it held up to bouncy, back-tuck-throwing cheerleaders and hyper mini gymnasts alike....

Excuse Me, Your Roof Is Showing Because a shed is not as tall as a regular building, the roof will be clearly visible. Design a roof with a pitch and materials that are attractive and feasible. Common roofing materials include: Cedar shinglesCedar shakesReal or faux slateMetalTileA green or living roof Sources and DIY or Pro? If you have the do-it-yourself skills and an open timeframe, check out the various plans available online or for purchase....

But the question of sustainability is another matter, and almost no roofing material qualifies as truly sustainable. If your picture of a sustainable roof is limited to a green or living roof, you may be surprised to learn that sustainability is a broad category that can include many types of roofing materials. Environmental Performance Factors What makes a roofing material green, or environmentally friendly, is not just the raw materials it comes from and how it is manufactured; it’s also how the roof performs over its lifetime and how the roofing is disposed of at the end of its life....

The diagnosis of verticillium wilt is tricky, too, because the symptoms are different in every plant species, and wilting can have many other causes, such as fusarium wilt, bacterial wilt, root rot, or drought or excessive soil moisture. Only a laboratory test can reliably determine if verticillium wilt is affecting a plant. A second verticillium pathogen, Verticillium albo-atrum affects a much smaller range of species, including hops, alfalfa, and cotton....

Material: Not entirely eco-friendly The Bamboo Collection Sheets are 100 percent rayon from bamboo fabric. There are many environmental benefits to using bamboo. It grows rapidly, doesn’t require harmful pesticides, and once it’s cut down, it regrows without having to be replanted. Bamboo yields ten times as much fabric as 1 acre of cotton, requires one-third the amount of water as cotton, and doesn’t use as much manpower for harvesting. While bamboo rayon sheets are a step up from cotton/bamboo blend sheets and cotton/polyester blend sheets, rayon processing is not environmentally friendly....

Ants can show up all year round. We even get them in our bathroom in the winter. However, these pests tend to intrude the most when the weather is hot and wet, and food and water is accessible. There are lots of products out there to help eliminate indoor ant infestations, which can occur anywhere in the home, depending on the type of ant. Recently, we reviewed a top-rated ant killer, the TERRO Liquid Ant Baits, to determine just how effective it was at keeping the bugs at bay....

How Concrete Hardens and Dries Concrete is manufactured by mixing cement, aggregates (such as sand and gravel), and water. The water creates a chemical reaction in the cement, causing it to harden. The concrete cures, getting harder and harder, while excess water gradually evaporates from the material. Ideally, evaporation is controlled until the initial curing phase has passed, then the excess moisture is allowed to evaporate into the air so that the concrete can fully cure and dry....

We researched and reviewed the top baseboard heaters to see which ones were the easiest to install and heated the best. Our top pick, the Cadet 1500-Watt Electric Baseboard Heater, provides enough heat for most uses and is easy to install. Here are the best baseboard heaters. What do buyers say? 200+ Home Depot reviewers rated this product 4 stars or above. Cadet is one of the top names in baseboard heaters and appears multiple times on our list....

Our best overall pick, Levelor Real Wood Blinds, are fade-resistant, easy to mount, and available in three slat sizes and multiple finishes. Here are the best blinds for every budget and style. Made of genuine hardwood for an elegant, upscale look, Levolor Real Wood Blinds are the best of the best. They’re custom-made to order and are available in virtually any width and length, and you can choose from 20 different wood grains, stains, and paint colors....

With form and convenience in mind, we researched the best recycling bins for every room in your home, evaluating their capacity, material, lid type, and functionality. Our top pick, the Simplehuman Rectangular Dual Compartment 58-Liter Step Can, has a dual-compartment design and an array of convenient features. Here are the best recycling bins in a variety of categories. This bin also features Simplehuman’s innovative step pedal, designed to last over 150,000 steps (or 20 steps per day for 20 years)....

When evaluating the top picks on the market, we judged them on capacity, temperature settings, and extras, like lighting and security features. We found the Lanbo LB80BC to be an excellent choice because it works under counters or freestanding in a home bar, and it features digital controls, automatic defrosting, and a safety lock. If you want to learn more about these small appliances, these are the best beer fridges you can buy....

When you choose a sleeper sofa, you’re getting a dual-use piece of furniture—but it’s still a sofa first. “Although sometimes a sleeper, the primary use of these pieces is typically still seating, so comfort is a must,” says Michelle Castagna, President of the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA), Florida Chapter. Ideally, you want your sofa to be as comfortable while watching TV as when spending a night on its mattress....

We researched the best pull toys on the market, considering each pick’s recommended age, safety features, educational value, and weight. The PlanToys Wooden Dancing Alligator Push and Pull Toy earned our best overall spot for its sustainable design, which dances when pulled for adorable and engaging play for toddlers. Here are the best pull toys. Made from a wood composite material manufactured from remnants of other toys the company makes, the Plan Toys’ Dancing Alligator is BPA-free and made with child-safe water-based paint....

“Putting a plan on paper can help you remember it more clearly since it’s less automatic than typing,” says Holly Chapman, head of global public relations for Papier. “It can also be a great space for self-reflection, plus ticking off a to-do list feels good, too.” We searched for planners that are comprehensive, customizable, useful, and fun. Our favorite is the Legend Planner, which comes with unique tools for both short and long-term planning....

We scoured the internet for cabinet hardware retailers and evaluated them based on pricing, selection, return policy, and current shipping estimates. Here are the best places to buy cabinet hardware online. The site design makes it easy to browse and filter results by categories, such as knob size, center-to-center measurement, finish, style, and manufacturer. It also stocks replacement hinges (including older European styles) and has an online tool to help you determine which product to order....

We researched the best card games for all ages, considering each pick’s entertainment value, replayability, and length of play. Our best overall pick is Mattel’s Apples to Apples. Perfect for parties and game nights, the hilariously engaging game is suitable for various ages while being extremely easy to learn. Here are the best card games available online that were vetted by hours of research or suggested by our experts. This engaging game is flexible and fun....

We researched the best gift options for this age group, keeping in mind the recommended age, educational value, and longevity of each. Our list features themed toys from Disney, STEM kits from Fisher-Price, and interactive card games from Skillmatics. Here, the best gifts for 5-year-olds. Educational Value Look for toys that help advance the skills your 5-year-old is honing in a fun and interactive way that feels more like play than overt learning....

Luckily, we researched the best gift options on the market considering your budget and the man in your life’s interests and practical needs. Our top pick is the George Forman Electric Grill for the guy who loves to grill for his family. It cooks up to 15 servings as a time and it a huge time and space saver, without sacrificing quality. Here are the best gifts for men. Controlling the temperature is as easy as the twist of a knob and the removable stand makes it perfect for the backyard or the kitchen countertop....

Our favorite, the iRobot Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum, is easy to use, effective at picking up a variety of debris, and reasonably priced. Here are the best Roombas for a hands-free chore day, backed by our thorough testing and research. The iRobot Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum is our top pick because almost anyone can operate this device. It’s compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, but you can also just push a button on top of this vacuum and it will start cleaning....

With this in mind, our top pick is the BEAUTURAL Fabric Shaver and Lint Remover. It’s remarkably effective, contains long-lasting, easily replaceable blades, and has adjustable heights, speeds, and hole sizes. Here, the best fabric shavers for any piece of clothing or type of fabric. The BEAUTURAL Fabric Shaver and Lint Remover is cordless, allowing free movement when working with your fabrics. It has safety locks to protect your fingers and an ample-sized shaving surface to get the job done quickly....