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How to Finish a Basement
With special framing and insulating techniques, your basement can be as comfortable as any other room in your home. Find out more about insulating basement walls and framing basement walls here.
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We Tried the Hedgehog Featherboard for Straight (and Safe) Cuts on the Table Saw
Get the precision and control you need to saw through your next woodworking project with ease!
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These 10 Best Cordless Brad Nailers Are Worthy Additions to Your Shop in 2024
Have cordless brad nailers finally improved enough to replace our trusty pneumatic tools? We put the top models to the...
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6 Tips for Perfect Routed Edges Every Time
Tips and techniques for pro-quality profiles.
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Pull a Nail That Won’t Budge with These 6 Tips
Stubborn nail got you stumped? Try these tricks for pulling the toughest nails.
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The 5 Best Biscuit Joiners, Tested and Reviewed by a Professional Woodworker
Ready to "take the plunge" and buy a biscuit joiner? We put five leading brands to the test to find...
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Keter Folding Work Table Review: Tested by a Professional Woodworker
Looking for an extra set of hands for your next DIY project? The Keter Folding Work Table might be just...
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Make Your Own Built-In Bookshelves with This Easy IKEA Hack
Now you don't have to be a pro carpenter to get gorgeous shelves!
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How to Build a Clothesline
With a few tools and some concrete, you can easily construct this sturdy, long-lasting old fashioned clothesline for your home.
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Finish Carpentry Tips Every DIYer Should Know
Great results, even in bad situations. We'll walk you through the best tips for DIY finish carpentry.
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Nominal vs. Actual Lumber Dimensions
The difference between “nominal” and “actual” dimensions for items like 2x4 dimensions
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How to Frame a Structure Using Energy-Saving Techniques
Here's a framing technique that maximizes insulation space and reduces heat transfer through the walls.
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10 Tips for Using MDF Wood
MDF (medium-density fiberboard) is inexpensive, durable, and a good choice for many woodworking and carpentry projects. Learn how to use...
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How to Build a Wood-Fired Hot Tub
With this DIY hot tub, you can enjoy a relaxing soak right in your own backyard — without electricity.
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How to Make Your Own Silverware Drawer Organizer
Organize your kitchen utensils with this quick and easy project.
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How to Build a DIY Workbench with Storage
With plywood, MDF and these simple plans, you can build an inexpensive yet sturdy workbench that's perfect for your basement...
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How to Build a Wooden Clothing Rack
Is your closet overflowing with clothes? You can build this practical and stylish clothing rack in a day by following...
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How to Build a Vertical Garden
Time to grow up with these plans for a vertical garden.
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How to Install an Egress Window
Adding a code compliant egress window makes a brighter, safer basement.
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How to Build Faux Basement Windows That Provide Real Light
This project uses a slim LED light panel mounted in a simple frame to give you light and the illusion...
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If You See a ‘Tooth’ on Your Hammer, This Is What It’s For
Ever come across this type of hammer and wonder what it's for? Here's the scoop.
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Best Hand Planers of 2024
Hand planes are considered obsolete by some. I disagree. Every woodshop should have these...
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8 Best Handsaws of 2022
These handsaws should be on your radar.
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How to Build a DIY Infrared Sauna
Get all the benefits of a sauna without the expensive health club membership.
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How to Build a Portable DIY Sauna
DIY a portable sauna? No sweat.
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How to Recess Hinges on a Door
Learn how to mortise door hinges using a router.
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We Tried Metabo Battery Powered Cordless Air Compressor – We Approve!
Experience the freedom of running air tools without being tied to a wall with this Family Handyman Approved cordless air...
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How to Add a Covered Entryway to Your Home
Take your home's basic facade to the next level. Add a roof over the entryway.
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We Tried the Worx Switchdriver and It Really Is a Time-Saver
Sick of the constant switching back and forth between different bits and tips? Us, too. That's why we tried this...
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Tear Through DIY Projects with the Family Handyman Approved Diablo Demo Demon Saw Blade
If you're planning on adding a window, knocking down a wall or re-roofing your garage, pick up a Diablo Demo...
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Build a Backyard Living Room with These 6 DIY Projects
Check out these projects that will turn your backyard into an inviting outdoor living space.