Tools, Gear and Equipment

The Family Handyman editors share everything about the best tools, gear and equipment for DIYers.

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    How to Choose and Use Painter’s Tape

    Apply painter's tape faster and more effectively so you can start painting sooner and make fewer mistakes.


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    Basic Finish Nailer Tips

    Get the most out of your pneumatic trim nailer.


    15 Camping Survival Kit Must-Haves to Prepare for Every Emergency

    A camping survival kit keeps you prepared to handle unexpected outdoor emergencies. Check out these products to get started on...


    14 Best Grilling Accessories and Tools You Need This Season

    Take your backyard barbecue to a whole new level with these 14 hand-selected grilling accessories, courtesy of a grilling enthusiast.


    How to Build a Whirligig

    Folk art whirligigs fashioned from scraps of wood and metal have been popular for hundreds of years. In fact, George...


    How to Build a Do It Yourself TV Stand

    Looking for the perfect DIY project? Build this handsome TV stand in just one weekend.


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    13 Laundry Tips on How to Wash Clothes

    The dirty laundry basket never seems to be empty. You wash, you dry, you iron or fold and then you...


    Make Exterior Caulk Last Longer

    Exterior caulking is a lot like interior caulking: Your goal is a neat-looking seal over cracks and gaps. But outdoor...

    Best DIY Tools To Have for Homeowners in 2024, Tested by Editors

    With the help of the best tools, it's never been easier (or more fun!) to be a DIYer. Here are...


    25 Companies with Super Useful Warranties

    Whether it’s a riding lawn mower or kitchen cutlery, any purchase for your home is an important one. That’s why...


    Running Compressed Air Lines in a Shop

    Not all pipe can handle high-pressure air


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    Is 2024 the Year to Get a Robot Lawn Mower?

    Tired of pushing that old gas-powered mower around your yard? Maybe it's time for something quieter and smarter. Here's why...


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    Saturday Morning Workshop: How To Build An Adjustable Sawhorse

    Add these ingenious, handy, adjustable sawhorses to your jobsite arsenal.


    How to Paint Leather Furniture

    Transform an old piece of leather furniture into a modern showstopper with easy to use leather paint. We'll show you...


    Rolling Tool Box Cart Plans

    Save your back with this handy shop cart


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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 Sharpen Mower Blades With an Angle Grinder

    An angle grinder makes quick work of this dirty job.


    How to Build a Compact Folding Workbench with Storage

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


    17 Must-Have Camping Gadgets—and They’re All Available on Amazon

    Before you set out on an outdoor adventure, make sure your checklist is complete with these camping gadgets.


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    How to Repair a Lawn Mower Pull Cord

    Replace a broken starter rope in a half hour.


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    Here’s What To Do If Your Lawn Mower Won’t Start

    Whether you just dusted it off for the season or it stopped mid-mow, here's how to troubleshoot when your lawn...


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    A Guide to Choosing the Right Backup Generator for Your Home

    Choose a backup power system before the next blackout hits.

    Tips for Using Emergency Generators

    A backup generator can save the day when the power goes out


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    10 Tips for Mastering the Random Orbit Sander

    A random orbit sander just might be the most user-friendly power tool there is. But that doesn't mean there's nothing...


    Lawn Aerator Shoes: Do They Really Work?

    Are aerator shoes actually effective? Here's the scoop on lawn aerator shoes - pros, cons, how to use them &...


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    Tips and Techniques for Sanding Drywall

    All the best tips and techniques for a smooth drywall surface.


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    11 Storage Ideas That Will Transform Your Closet

    Keeping your clothing and accessories organized and tidy can be a daunting task, but living with a messy closet can...


    10 Truck Accessories That Make Work Easier

    Keep your stuff secure in your pickup truck bed with some of these truck accessories.