Don't just toss that stump out — turn it into a rustic and creative DIY shelf that can hold a myriad of items and spruce up ...

Concerned that old tree stump might invite termites onto your property? Learn the risks, prevention tips, removal options, and DIY ideas to protect your home.

Removing a tree stump opens up a hole in the ground and extra space. Adjusting the soil quality and preparing the ground gives you more options for the space.

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...