Richard Baguley

3D printing isn't just a hobby for me. I've been using it to make useful tools and accessories around my home for years. Here's how.

The EcoFlow Power Hat promised to be a stylish solution for off-grid power but it delivers too little power to be useful and has an ugly design.

These pressure washers can blast dirt and remove stains without problems. I spent weeks hosing and washing different surfaces to test these high-pressure dirt destroyers.

I didn't just water plants. I dragged, dropped, kinked and even drove my car over garden hoses to find you the best for your gardening needs.

You can't keep a clean home without vacuuming but how often do you need to do it? We asked experts to find out.

It sounds like magic: Capturing energy from the sun and converting it into electricity to run your toaster. It's science, not magic, though. Solar panels use a curious bit of science called the photovoltaic effect to convert one form of energy into…

Dishwashers are complicated devices, with a surprising number of moving parts that spin and squirt water. As such, it's no surprise that bits get broken, lost or otherwise need replacing. Fortunately, finding replacement parts isn't that difficult.…

Dishwashers are complicated, finicky beasts, prone to jamming, getting blocked up and otherwise failing. When this happens, and you realize you can't fix it yourself, it's time to call in the experts. Here's how to get an estimate for repairing your…

One of the great things about technology is how it frees people from mundane tasks. Cooking rice is one of these. If you have ever cooked rice manually, you'll know what a hassle it can be. You have to keep a close eye on it: get distracted and it…

So your old dishwasher has finally given up the ghost. You've bought a new one (and here's how to install it), but first you have to get rid of the old one. It isn't difficult to do if you follow a few simple steps. Here's how to remove your old…

Dishwashers can be awkward to install, because they fit tightly into a small space, hiding all of the complicated parts behind panels and doors. They also involve multiple connections for the water coming in and going out, plus the power that drives…

Some technologies you use every day, but without thinking about them. The bar code is one of these: everything you buy has one of these black and white striped codes on it. We've all seen how they are used: the cashier scans the code and the details…

Has your refrigerator stopped refrigerating? Is the water dispenser no longer dispensing? Are your ice cubes turning into icebergs? Time to call in a repair person. These can get expensive, but a few simple tricks can make the experience cheaper,…

Life is all about having a backup plan, a contingency plan in case things go wrong. Having a portable power source can be a big part of this, so here are some of the best deals for portable power on the go. If you are a frequent camper or live in an…

Spring is in the air, which means... you can now see what a mess your backyard is. Now that the snow has melted, it's time to think about clearing it up, and that means new tools. Here are some of the best deals that can help you clean up without…

So you've just taken delivery of a new refrigerator. Congratulations! Now it's time to install it in the nicest spot of your kitchen, ready for all those admiring glances and chilly vegetables. Installing it yourself isn't hard to do: just follow…

When you install a new refrigerator in your kitchen, one of the first things you should do before sliding it into position is make sure it's properly leveled. Skip that step, and the refrigerator's performance may suffer and some mechanisms might not…

When my Aeropress broke recently and I was jonesing for my morning shot of espresso, I bought a Nespresso Vertuoline espresso maker. It was on sale and makes great coffee, but I quickly found that it was expensive to run: Even buying in bulk, the…

If you are excited by the news that the Google Home voice assistant device has just added support for a large number of new smart home devices, Microcenter has the deal for you. They are offering the Google Home voice-activated speaker for $99.…

We thought that the Nanoleaf Bloom was a nifty idea, but too expensive when it first came out at $40. But for $6.99, this dimmable LED is a much smarter buy. That's what EarthLED is charging for this dimmable LED bulb, and you even get free shipping.…