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Alex Rennie

Alex Rennie

Experience

Alex Rennie is a freelance writer who specializes in the home improvement, DIY, and appliance space. Having spent more than five years as a residential and commercial carpenter in NYC–specializing in custom furniture construction and installation–Alex uses his hands-on experience and expert insight to craft product reviews, buying guides, and how-to articles. He has previously written for CNN Underscored, Business Insider, and Popular Mechanics, in addition to Family Handyman. He currently lives in Los Angeles, CA, where he spends his free time hiking and relaxing on the beach with his wife and their two dogs, Louie and Iggy.

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For more than seven decades, Family Handyman has been providing its audience with ideas, inspiration and step-by-step directions on how to maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition to having our own staff of experts, we hire individuals whose skills have been honed through years of experience in the building, plumbing and electrical trades, and as passionate homeowners who have translated DIY (do it yourself) skills into careers as respected creators.

Articles

Cutting Precision: Best Circular Saw Blades for Plywood, Hardwood, Laminates & More

Circular saw blades are durable, affordable and extremely effective for most workshop cuts.

7 Best Framing Hammers

The best framing hammers, with their long handles, let you create the force needed to sink large nails. Here are some of the best you can buy.

The Best Ratcheting Wrench Sets

With the right ratcheting wrench set, you can tackle a wide range of tightening tasks quickly and easily.