Are Toxins Hiding in Your Pots and Pans?
Some cookware is safer than others. Find out why
Prep Your Grill for a Sizzling Season of Meals
5 tips for getting the most out of your equipment
8 Easy Steps to a More Organized Home
Small efforts to declutter can lead to tidier spaces
10 Secret Decorating Tips to Make Your Home Feel Larger
Decluttering and paint choices make a difference
The Rise of House Swapping as a Vacation Option
You stay in someone else's home, guests stay at yours
Yard and Garden
Gardening Guide: How to Read the Fertilizer Code
You don't have to be a chemist to figure out how to boost lawn and garden growth
6 Reasons to Think Twice Before Getting a Bird Feeder
The expense, mess and pests might have you looking for other ways to birdwatch
6 Tips for Planting a Pet Safe Garden
Watch out for poisonous plants, moldy compost, fertilizers and more
6 Essential Tools for Gardening Comfort
Inexpensive implements make tending plants easier on joints and muscles
6 Things to Consider When Buying a Lawn Mower
Electric battery vs. gas, environmental impact and ease of use make the list
Build a Serene Rain Garden in 5 Steps
Pretty and practical, this landscaping technique is good for the environment too
Spruce Up at Home
Take Your Balcony From Boring to Breathtaking in 4 Steps
Use plants, lighting and rugs to create a sense of privacy and comfort
6 Reasons You Don’t Want a Swimming Pool
Maintenance headaches and expenses might send you over to the neighbors’ splash pad instead
7 Ergonomic Upgrades Your Home Office Needs
Fend off aches and pains by investing in foot support, an upgraded mouse and keyboard or a standing desk
Feasting
6 Delicious Uses for a Muffin Tin
It can be utilized to make small meals or desserts such as pizza, frittatas, and more
6 Unexpected Foods to Grill When You’re Tired of Hot Dogs
Flame-broiled takes on new meaning with these tasty dishes
4 Quick, Easy Sheet Pan Meal Ideas
This simple cooking technique makes cleanup a breeze by cooking your meal in one dish
Diversions
Been a While Since You Hosted? 7 Ideas to Consider
Social muscles may be a bit rusty, but this guide can help
Popularity of Disc Golf on the Rise. Find Out Why
Inexpensive, social, and with straightforward rules, the game is attracting the 50-plus crowd
Sweet Ways to Enjoy Baking With Grandchildren
Whether in person or virtually, strengthen bonds by sharing recipes, techniques for creating confections
Featured AARP Member Benefits