Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

When autumn arrives and blankets your lawns and walkways with leaves, the thought of endless raking can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, there are easier and more effective ways to handle the seasonal ...

Clean leaves early while they’re dry—wet piles get heavy, moldy, and hard to remove. Use tools like rakes, tarps, blowers, or mulchers to move, shred, and repurpose leaves efficiently. Compost or ...