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Why Does Letting Your Faucet Drip Prevent Pipes from Freezing?

A slow faucet drip keeps water flowing to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting. In extreme cold, it may require more than a drip.

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Stay Shady with This Family Handyman Approved Sun Shirt

Have some fun in the sun wearing this Family Handyman Approved work shirt with built-in UV protection.


A Family Handyman Approved Father’s Day Gift Guide

Struggling to find the right Father's Day gift for your dad? Check out these Family Handyman Approved products any DIY...


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These Stylish and Tough Stoggles Safety Glasses Are Family Handyman Approved

Whether you work in the trades or you're a DIY enthusiast, safety glasses are an essential tool. Recently I picked...


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Give Your Bathroom a New Look with Family Handyman Approved Aura Bath & Spa Paint

Remodels can be costly and become drawn out. But if you're looking for a quick way to breath new life...

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Family Handyman Approved: Wago Lever Nuts

Wary of cheap, twist-on wire nuts? Then try these from Wago.


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What to Consider When Preparing Your Site for a Build

Before you can start building a cabin or home, you need to prepare the site. Here are the steps for...

100 Plumbing Goofs and Other Scary Stuff

A plumbing problem is no laughing matter, but it is fun to see the problems before they're solved. Check out...


What’s Wrong With This Picture? Plus a Trick Question

We’ll show you the problem—and the fix.


Products Sold at Home Centers That Actually Violate Building Code

As a DIYer, you need to know which products meet building code and which ones will fail an inspection. These...


Shop Local with These 10 Holiday Gifts From Small Businesses

From memory blankets to peanut brittle to fingerboards, local vendors are delivering quaint and clever products that make special gifts.

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What to Know About Home Saunas

Considering adding a home sauna? Here's what you need to know about cost, installation and maintenance.


How to Work with Scaffolding Safely

How to rent, setup and use scaffolding when you have to work on your roof, siding or chimney.


How to Properly Use a Roof Safety Harness

Be safe—use roof brackets, a safety harness and commonsense rules