Finally Build Your Dream Shed
Build your dream shed with easy access, storage galore and a private porch for lounging. Here's how to do it:
PVC Hacks for the Workshop
Transform scrap pieces of PVC pipe into storage sites for dowels and fasteners, courtesy of “tipfull” reader Al Miller.
How to Build a Tool Dolly
Build this mobile tool chest and take all your tools to the job in just one trip!
Jacked-Up Outfeed Roller
Here’s an outfeed roller that you can adjust in seconds to support boards coming off stationary power tools of every...
Right-On Octagons
If you’ve ever cut an octagonal piece for a project, you probably “snuck up on it.” You drew the shape,...
Miter Saw Tuneup
If your miter saw isn’t cutting square, the problem is easy to fix. Unplug the saw, loosen the fence bolts,...
15 Tips for Installing Bathroom Subway Tiles
Subway tiles are a great way to give a bathroom a brand new look. Here's our step-by-step guide to...
Hanging Caulk Tubes
We finally got the hang of preserving partially used caulk tubes from resourceful reader Stephen Hoke.
How Do You Cut the Lid From a Box?
Here’s a method that’ll give you great results and keep the lid aligned perfectly as you cut each side.
Sheet Metal Bender
Bending sheet metal and flashing into crisp angles is easy with this two-board bending tool. To build one, you need...
Stationary Belt Sander
This jig holds your belt sander upside down for sanding of handheld project parts. Each sander has a different shape,...
Miter Saw Table
This simple miter saw table has some great advantages and takes less than an hour to make.
Circular-Saw Cutting Guide
We’ve used this great tip in our shop for years because you can cut plywood as accurately with a circular...
Scroll Saw Tips: Saw Tighter Curves
Saw tight corners with less binding by lightly rounding over the back edges of the blade.
Best Way to Cut Threaded Rod to Your Desired Length
When you’re shortening a bolt or threaded rod with a hacksaw, you always mangle the threads at the sawn end,...
Hardware Cloth Tool Roost
Store just about every hand tool you need on a strip of vinyl-coated 1/2-in. wire mesh hardware cloth. Make a...
Tapering Jig
Here’s a classic jig for cutting angled parts on your table saw. Build it from two 30-in. long x 2-1/2...
Saturday Morning Workshop: How To Build a Fold Down Workbench
Every good workshop (even if it's just a sliver of your garage) needs a quality workbench with ample storage. Begin...
Paper Towel Dispenser Upgrade
Give your paper towels a brake! Cut a 6-in.-wide section from the rounded side of a 1-gallon bleach bottle, then...
10 Easy DIYs for a Home Office
It doesn't take long for a home office to become cluttered, here are 10 easy DIYs to make your home...
13 Basic Home Improvement Skills DIYers Must Know
Save yourself from numerous problems at home by memorizing these hacks.
Reader Project: Mobile Flip-Top Workbench
Family Handyman reader Christopher Rings sent us photos and drawings of his incredible workbench. We just might need to build...
12 Storage Hacks for Your Cupboards
The kitchen is often the epicenter of the home therefore it's easy for it to become cluttered. Try these interesting...
12 Easy Things Everyone Should Know How to Fix
Whether you're a new homeowner or an expert DIYer, knowing how to fix these common household problems can save you...
15 Tips for Reclaiming Closet Space
Is your closet overflowing? Never fear—follow our 15 top tips for reclaiming closet space and you'll have all the space...
13 Laundry Tips for Hard-to-Wash Items
When was the last time you washed your pillows or that that sleeping bag? There are some items you may...
12 Home Improvement Ideas for Beginning DIYers
Here are a dozen starter projects to build your DIY home improvement skills and boost your confidence. These projects vary...
Circle Center in Seconds
William Baker's geometry axiom will help you find the center of any large circle. Draw two straight lines at least...
10 Tips for Organizing Your Garage and Keeping It Organized
Do you have those nagging garage organization problems that never seem to go away? Whether it's finding a place for...