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Everything to Know About Barrel Hinges

Barrel hinges function so discretely and out of sight, you could very well call them the true hidden gems of your project.

Efficient Workshop Essentials: Best Hardware and Screw Organizers Reviewed

When it comes to sorting and storing the nuts and bolts of your life, a hardware organizer will get the...


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What Is the Best Gas Garage Heater?

Pick the right heating unit for your shop


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14 Super-Simple Workbenches You Can Build

Every home workshop (even if it's just a sliver of your garage) needs a quality workbench. One of these 14...


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29 Simple Ways to Make Your Workbench Work Harder

These ingenious workbench upgrades will make a huge difference in your workshop efficiency. And they’re easy to DIY!

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Saturday Morning Workshop: Folding Mobile Workbench

Build this handy mobile workbench that folds up to only 7 in. You only need two hours, some 2x4s, 3/4-in....


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How to Remove Rust From Tools

Here's a much easier way to rusty tools than scraping and sanding them. Pour white vinegar into a can and...


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How to Build a Welding Table

Admit it: You’ve always wanted to learn how to weld. This easy project will teach you how.


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How to Remove Dents in Wood

Don't worry, it can be fixed!


Homemade Penetrating Oil

Can’t find the rust penetrant? Try this home brew for penetrating fluid.


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Saturday Morning Workshop: How To Build A Folding Stool

Build a few of these small folding stools in an afternoon, and take them out camping or to sit around...


How to Loosen a Screw, Nut, and Bolt Properly

These tips will show you how to quickly and efficiently loosen all the stuck fasteners around your house.


How to Recycle Old Tools

You're doing a bit of decluttering and find you have some old tools in the garage or workshop that are...

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11 Ways to Keep Your Workshop Neat and Tidy

Make your time in the workshop more productive by keeping a clutter-free and clean workshop with these tried-and-true tips.


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How To Build a Workbench for Small Spaces

This simple garage workbench folds out to make a spacious benchtop and folds...


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10 Great Workbench Upgrades

We looked at all of our clever workbench upgrades and narrowed it down to these 10 winners. Each one helps...


How to Build a Compact Folding Workbench with Storage

Fit a huge work area into a small space with this folding workbench.


Super-Capacity Tool Cart

Roll it to your work zone for instant access; park it in a...


The Dirt on Dust Masks

The more work you do without protection, the more damage you’re doing. So if you’re producing dust or using finishes...


Caulk Tube Spout Saver

Don’t discard half-used caulk tubes, slit the nozzle on both sides and pry out the plug. Find out how with...


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Spray Foam Tube Cleaning

Forget to clean the plastic tube and nozzle after using half a can of spray foam? Find out our spray...


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Ridiculously Simple Shop Stool Plans

Walk into your workshop with a few boards under one arm and walk out a few hours later with a...

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Modular Workbench

Five foldout features make this bench a perfect project for even small shop spaces.


12 Handy Hints for Using and Storing All of Your Fasteners

Every legit DIYer has a stash of fasteners in their workshop that can quickly become a disorganized mess. These tips...


DIY Dust Filter for Your Workshop Fan

My workshop doesn’t have air conditioning, and it gets pretty hot while I'm working.


Shop Vacuum Hack for Your Inflatables

Don't have an air compressor to blow up air mattresses or pool toys? If you have a shop vacuum, you're...


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44 Useful Tips and Tricks for Gluing Wood

You'll definitely want to keep these in mind during your next woodworking projects!


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47 Handy Hints for Your Workshop

From tool hacks to genius storage ideas, these handy hints will help you save money, complete projects more efficiently, and...