The Lowe's Presidents' Day sale is a DIY dream — save on Craftsman, Whirlpool and more
The Presidents' Day sales are rolling in, and they present a good opportunity to give your home some TLC for less. Whether that's by updating your furniture or investing in some new bedding, now's prime time to shop for essentials while they're on super sale. As far as home upgrades go, Lowe's Presidents' Day deals rival some of the best we've seen. For instance, if it's time to replace your microwave, this Whirlpool bestseller is $200 off for a limited time. Want to cut the cable cord? The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is down to $45. And for those handy home and car projects, this Craftsman cordless impact wrench is $70 off. Check out the best Presidents' Day Lowe's deals below, and shop now before prices jump. And if you're really on a home improvement kick, take a peek at our picks from Home Depot's Presidents' Day sale too.
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