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    15 Bizarre Looking Tools and What They’re Used For

    These relics and oddities are not your typical tools, but they're fun to look at — and they have some...


    How To Use Woodworking Clamps

    An avid woodworker gives insider tips for using woodworking clamps properly to make glue-ups accurate and joints strong and square.


    7 Pro-Approved Tips for How to Sand Woodwork by Hand

    Special tools and high-quality sandpaper produce great results with less effort


    10 Before and After Power Washing Photos That are So Satisfying

    There's nothing quite like power washing a grimy surface and uncovering the beauty beneath.


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    French Cleat Tool Holder Building Tips

    Once you build a French Cleat tool wall, you need to start adding tool holders and tools. Most tool holders...


    5 Oscillating Multitool Blades You Should Own

    Check out these five attachment blades that can unlock the true potential of your oscillating multitool.


    Tips for Buying a Walk-Behind Lawn Mower

    Whether you're buying your first mower or replacing an old one, navigating the maze of models and features can be...


    What are Drum Brakes and How Do They Work?

    A drum brake system, including the drum, brake shoes, and brake cylinder is explained, with guidelines for maintenance and inspection.

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    9 Ways to Open A Wine Bottle Without a Corkscrew

    The trouble with wine, it seems, is remembering a corkscrew. If you’ve forgotten the tool to pop open a bottle...


    Why Is My Lawnmower Smoking?

    From troubleshooting easy fixes to performing essential maintenance, here's what to do if your lawnmower starts puffing out smoke.


    Create the Ultimate Truck for DIYing with These 13 Accessories

    A DIYer's pickup truck has to be hard-working on the weekends and family friendly the rest of the week. So,...


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    DIY Outdoor Storage Cabinet

    A little garden and lawn mower shed that spells big relief for a...


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    How To Remove Ink From Clothes

    Find out how to remove ink from clothes based on the type of ink that caused the stain.


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    How to Install an Attic Lift

    Send heavy loads to the attic—with the press of a button


    9 Ideas for Storing Hunting and Fishing Gear

    There's nothing more frustrating than reaching for your fishing gear to only have your lines all tangled. Even if you're...


    7 Potentially Disastrous Mistakes DIYers Make When Working with Power Tools

    Don't be a dummy by making these mistakes when using your tools! Here you'll find some best practices to avoid...


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    20 Essential Painting Tools for Your Next Project, According to Painting Pros

    We scoured the shelves of paint stores, surfed the internet and picked the brains of painting pros to...

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    13 Dirt-Simple Woodworking Jigs You Need

    Woodworking jigs ensure that cuts are straight, holes are plumb and parts are square—among many other things. And jigs...


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    How To Build A Wall-Mounted Bike Rack With Storage

    This two-hour project for a wall-mounted bike rack is a simple yet inventive way to get your bike off of...


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    10 Cool Camping Gadgets You Need This Summer

    Before you set out on your next outdoor adventure, check out these cool camping gadgets that will make your experience...


    How to Choose and Use Painter’s Tape

    Apply painter's tape faster and more effectively so you can start painting sooner and make fewer mistakes.


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    Basic Finish Nailer Tips

    Get the most out of your pneumatic trim nailer.


    15 Camping Survival Kit Must-Haves to Prepare for Every Emergency

    A camping survival kit keeps you prepared to handle unexpected outdoor emergencies. Check out these products to get started on...

    Best Grilling Tools & Supplies for Gas, Charcoal, and Other Grill Types in 2024

    Take your backyard barbecue to a whole new level with these 14 hand-selected grilling accessories, courtesy of a grilling enthusiast.


    How to Build a Whirligig

    Folk art whirligigs fashioned from scraps of wood and metal have been popular for hundreds of years. In fact, George...


    How to Build a Do It Yourself TV Stand

    Looking for the perfect DIY project? Build this handsome TV stand in just one weekend.


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    13 Laundry Tips on How to Wash Clothes

    The dirty laundry basket never seems to be empty. You wash, you dry, you iron or fold and then you...


    Make Exterior Caulk Last Longer

    Exterior caulking is a lot like interior caulking: Your goal is a neat-looking seal over cracks and gaps. But outdoor...


    Best DIY Tools To Have for Homeowners in 2024, Tested by Editors

    With the help of the best tools, it's never been easier (or more fun!) to be a DIYer. Here are...