Tools, Gear and Equipment

Mounting towel bars, shower doors and other bathroom accessories often require drilling holes in tile. We show you how with...

The Family Handyman editor, Jeff Gorton, will show you how to make perfectly straight cuts with a circular saw.

Here's how to cut construction and finish grade plywood with a circular saw without leaving rough, splintered edges.

Wondering if a gas or battery-powered chain saw is better for your needs? Watch this video to find out which...

The right garden tools make gardening easier for sure. But where do you store all those tools? And how do...

It's not only about having the right tools. These tool tips can show you when, where and how to use...

Nothing cleans a house or gets it ready for painting faster than a pressure washer. Here's how to use this...

Cut sharp, tight-fitting edges every time

From cutting wide baseboard to framing a roof, these techniques make angle cuts easy and accurate

Here's the right way to make rip cuts.

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This perfectly balanced workhorse rolls up and down hills with ease.

Keep your long-handled yard tools up and out of the way.

Make your own pro-grade miter saw/work table

Intimidated by cabinet work? Even a novice can make fine joints with pocket screws.

An accurate miter gauge, fence and basic wood jigs are the key to perfect table saw cuts.

Improve your woodworking skills and glue joints with these 18 tips to show you how to clamp like a veteran...

Find the right clamp when you need it! Your workshop can easily turn into the clutter capital of your home....

Chain saws are handy, hard-working tools. They can also be unwieldy and dangerous. These are our favorite tips for safe...

Take their shop to the next level with pro-grade, premium tool gift ideas for the DIYer in your life.

You'll never look at a simple rubber band the same way again! Check out these ingenious hacks and practical uses...

Want to have some fun with your power tools this Halloween? Put them to use carving pumpkins! You just might...

Here's why it's worth it to use setting drywall compound.

A few extra bucks is easy insurance against a part failure later on.

Anyone can figure out how to cut simple curves with a bandsaw. But these tips, from a seasoned bandsaw expert,...

We've all done it: When the right tool for the job isn't nearby-or doesn't exist-we do the best we can...

Learn the best tips for using and maintaining a pressure washer.

13 expert sharpening tips and tools to make the job easier - no more dull DIY and garden tools!

Tips for smoother, cleaner, more accurate cuts with your jigsaw.

You'll get more jobs done faster-and better-by expanding your collection of air tools. Air tools speed up auto work and...