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To help with your search, we researched the best gift options for every budget, considering her lifestyle and interests. Our favorite options include an affordable letter board for chic room decor, a trendy weekend bag from Beis, and refillable shower staples from Uni. Here are the best gift ideas to give the college girl in your life. Price at time of publish: $98 Price at time of publish: $29 The Wrap Around ring is available in three metal different options (sterling silver, 14k yellow gold, and gold vermeil) and looks great alone or stacked with other pieces....

We researched the best furniture straps available online, evaluating ease of installation, durability, and value. Our top pick, the Safety 1st Furniture Wall Straps, are made of sturdy double canvas and come in an 8-pack. Here are the best furniture straps. There are two straps per package. Make sure to follow instructions to ensure that you are fastening your furniture securely with wall anchors. Also, remember that the weight allowance includes the weight of the furniture and whatever else it is holding, so don’t consider furniture safe for children to climb....

We spent hours researching the best sheepskin rugs available online, evaluating quality, softness, and overall value. Our favorite, the UGG Sheepskin Area Rug, is made of plush, natural sheepskin and comes in three sizes. Here are the best sheepskin rugs. We all know UGG as a go-to maker of slippers and boots lined with premium shearling from Australia. It makes sense the brand also produces top-tier sheepskin rugs. The UGG Area Rug is made of genuine sheep or lamb wool, and it feels just as opulent as it looks....

We researched dozens of options on the market, evaluating effectiveness, formula, ease of use, and bait type. The Hot Shot Liquid Roach Bait is the winner based on its fast results and ability to eliminate the source of the issue: the nest. Here are the best roach traps. The best way to end a cockroach infestation is not just by killing individual cockroaches, but by eliminating the nest. The best overall product to accomplish this is Hot Shot Ultra Liquid Roach Bait....

These prints usually come unframed, although you can add a frame yourself if you so choose. Canvas art is a good option if you want to make a statement, especially when paired with traditional framed prints on a gallery wall. No matter what your style is, you’re sure to find a canvas print you like, whether you’re looking for a scenic landscape, abstract print, or graphic lettering. Here, the best canvas prints for every style....

According to Greg Atwell, President of BrightGuy, Inc., flashlight brightness is one of the top considerations but so is how long the flashlight can operate. “When it comes to the brightness of a flashlight, I also like to consider runtime,” says Atwell. “Assuming two flashlights use the same battery type, a brighter flashlight will have a shorter runtime. A flashlight with an output of 500-1000 lumens will offer a nice combination of brightness and runtime....

Here are the best garden trellises to suit a variety of needs. This unit can be placed inside a planter or used as a standalone trellis. You could also arrange several trellises side-by-side to create a fence screen in your yard. In any configuration, the Amagabeli Garden Trellis adds sophistication to your outdoor space. This product comes fully assembled and it’s very easy to install—you insert the prongs into the ground or soil....

We tested and researched the top inflatable hot tubs to find which ones provide the best value, comfort, and special features such as jets and lights. Our top pick, the Intex PureSpa Plus Bubble 6-Person Hot Tub, which seats up to six adults, has many of those premium features, as well as a built-in heater. Here are the best inflatable hot tubs for your backyard oasis. It also has a built-in hard-water treatment system....

Here are the best patio heaters, researched and tested by The Spruce. This budget-friendly patio heater gets attention for its affordability, as well as the quality of materials and construction. It is made of aluminum, plastic, and steel that is powder-coated for durability and design. The heater also includes safety features, notably a shutoff that engages if the unit tips over. This is a propane heater, so you need to purchase separate propane to use it....

We researched and tested the most popular shower curtains available now, evaluating quality, drying time, ease of installation, and value. Our top pick, the QKHOOK Waffle Fabric Shower Curtain Set, slides easily over a shower curtain rod, has a mildew-resistant hem, and comes with a snap-in liner. Here are the best bathroom shower curtains for every budget. Our favorite shower curtain comes with a liner and a set of rings, which effortlessly snap into place....

Our favorite carpet stain remover is the Rocco & Roxie Supply Co. Oxy Stain Remover. It excelled in our Lab testing by eliminating fresh and set-in wine stains, pet urine, and odor while leaving a fresh mint scent behind. Here are the best carpet stain removers for any household, backed by our thorough testing. Sometimes it’s hard to believe that a formula can be gentle enough for almost any home environment, yet also powerful enough to remove tough stains, but we can attest that the oxygenated formula is just that....

We researched dozens of tool kits, considering their included components, sturdiness, durability, and functionality. Our best overall pick is the BLACK+DECKER 12V Max Drill 60-Piece Home Tool Kit, which comes with a robust collection of dependable starter tools, including a cordless drill. Here are the best tool kits. It’s hard to imagine any basic DIY project or household repair you couldn’t tackle with the BLACK+DECKER 12V Max Drill 60-Piece Home Tool Kit....

With plenty of styles, colors, and patterns available, it’s easy to feel a bit overwhelmed in selecting which piece is right for you. Our zodiac signs can often lend some guidance regarding our preferences and tendencies—whether you’re a grounded Virgo who’s looking for something simple or a sensitive Pisces needing something that focuses on relaxation, there is an accent chair that can meet your needs without breaking the bank. Below, we’ve listed the best accent chair option for you based on your zodiac sign....

Fortunately, there is no shortage of such perennial ground cover plants, plus short shrubs such as Blue Rug juniper and Blue Star juniper. Some deer-resistant ground covers are also shade-tolerant, which solves yet another landscaping challenge. Plants that humans find aromatic often have the opposite effect on deer. The deer find their smell offensive and leave them alone, making these plants effective for deer control. Hardiness: Both of them can be grown as far north as USDA plant hardiness zone 5....

Shade can range from partial shade (some sun during the day) to full shade (shady most of the day). Shade can also refer to dappled shade (light penetrating shady tree branches), and light or heavy shade (under varying tree canopies). Some grasses do better in varying degrees of shade. Types of Grass Common grasses like Kentucky bluegrass or perennial ryegrass are not shade lovers. They thrive in full sun or moderate sun and seed blends heavy in these types of grass are often the reason grass does not seem to grow in the shade....

If you are passionate about astrological signs, you’ll know that finding the best succulent for you means identifying your key personality traits and how these will mesh with the plant you choose. Here are the best succulents for you, based on your Zodiac sign. Aries: Moon Cactus (March 21 – April 20) As an Aries, you are full of light, color, and energy. You match best with the moon cactus (Gymnocalycium mihanovichii), a fiery succulent sporting brightly colored tips....

Want to add a little something extra to your holiday decorations this year? Instead of plain Christmas lights, you can add flair to your display with The Holiday Aisle 25 Light Pinecone LED String Light, which features bulbs in the shape of pinecones. We wanted to see if these cute Christmas lights were worth the price, so we tested them for several weeks throughout the holiday season. Here’s what we liked and didn’t like about the novelty string lights....