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Become a better woodworker with these projects, tips and ideas for building furniture, cabinets and other woodworking projects.

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Here’s How You Can Make This Super Customizable DIY Farmhouse Table

Who wants to shell out thousands of dollars on a table you can make yourself for a couple hundred?

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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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Here’s How to Clean Every Type of Couch

Learning how to clean a couch is easier than you might think—as long as you follow these expert-approved instructions


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The 6 Best Wipe-On Wood Finishes

The ease of application and breathtaking results make wipe-on wood finishes beloved by pro and beginner woodworkers alike. These are...

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How to Build a Mid-Century Modern Storage Bench

Embrace Mid-Century Modern style with this fully-functional storage bench. This project was part of a larger entryway makeover project consisting...


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How to Build a Mid-Century Modern Coat Rack

This classy coat rack will have guests begging to hang up their jackets. It was part of a larger entryway...

The 6 Best Bed Frames: Framework for a Good Night’s Rest

Transform your bedroom into a cozy sanctuary with six expertly-selected bed frames.


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How to Assemble RTA Cabinets

Assembling cabinetry is not as difficult as you might think. We'll show you how.


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How to Customize Garage Cabinets for More Storage

Our garages are multitaskers. Vehicle storage, workshop, tool organizer and hangout space for friends and family. For this garage to...


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10 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $250

A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $250 you can make some...

How to Build a DIY Nightstand

Learn how to build your own custom nightstand using minimal tools and moderate woodworking skills.


10 DIY Projects To Make Work-From-Home Life Easier

Don't be stuck with a lousy workspace. These 10 DIY projects will make your work-from-home experience MUCH easier.


Cozy and Compact: 7 Best Couches for Small Spaces

Finding the right couch for a small space is difficult—but you don’t have to sacrifice style or comfort for a...


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How to Build a Garage Storage Wall

A customizable clutter-buster that turns your garage into a mudroom.


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How to Build a Murphy Bed that Easily Transforms into a Desk

From home office to guest room in seconds.

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How to Tile a Shower

Build a high-end shower enclosure with this DIY tile shower project.


Why Do Some Old Homes Have a Bed in the Ceiling?

Unlike the famous Murphy bed, which hides in a closet or wall to save floor space when not in use,...


How to Build an Entryway Coat Rack and Storage Bench

If your entryway is littered with shoes and jackets, purses and book bags,...


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Modular Workbench

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


21 Bunk Bed Ideas for Instant Inspiration!

Fan Spotlight: These Family Handyman readers put their woodworking and carpentry skills to good use, designing fun and functional bunk...


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How to Build a Space-Saving Flip-Top Workbench

A space-saving workshop on wheels!


How to Make a Portable Bench Vise

Instead of permanently mounting my 6-in. vise to a work-bench, I attached it to scrap plywood so I can clamp...


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Portable Router Table Base

Just when you thought you’d seen every possible use for your portable workbench (the Workmate bench is shown here), here’s...


How to Add a Workbench Power Strip

Screw a power strip to the side of your workbench and you won’t have to monkey with extension cords anymore...

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Rosin Paper Workbench Cover

Build this handy paper holder at one end of your workbench


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How to Build a DIY Wood Workbench: Super Simple $50 Bench

Got two hours to kill? Do we have a workbench for you!