Tools, Gear and Equipment

We've hung and patched and primed and finished our fair share of drywall. Check out this compilation of tips for...

All you need to check if a square is square is a piece of plywood with a factory edge, a...

A miter saw is a versatile tool that offers fast, accurate cuts. Learn how to use yours safely so you...

With fall comes of the promise of leaves, clumping up on your grass and matting down on your flowerbeds (even...

Everyone knows you can use a utility razor blade to cut stuff, but this humble tool is one of the...

Our favorite DIY tools, materials + gear.

Watch and learn how to cut a wide board with a miter saw.

If your router bit isn't cutting as cleanly as it used to, this video is for you.

Here's how to cut construction and finish grade plywood with a circular saw without leaving rough, splintered edges.

The Family Handyman editor, Jeff Gorton, will show you how to make perfectly straight cuts with a circular saw.

Wondering if a gas or battery-powered chain saw is better for your needs? Watch this video to find out which...

The right garden tools make gardening easier for sure. But where do you store all those tools? And how do...

It's not only about having the right tools. These tool tips can show you when, where and how to use...

Nothing cleans a house or gets it ready for painting faster than a pressure washer. Here's how to use this...

Cut sharp, tight-fitting edges every time

From cutting wide baseboard to framing a roof, these techniques make angle cuts easy and accurate

Here's the right way to make rip cuts.

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This perfectly balanced workhorse rolls up and down hills with ease.

Keep your long-handled yard tools up and out of the way.

Make your own pro-grade miter saw/work table

Intimidated by cabinet work? Even a novice can make fine joints with pocket screws.

Proper gardening tool sharpening, such as pruning shears and hedge clippers, make your work easier, and the sharpening can be...

An accurate miter gauge, fence and basic wood jigs are the key to perfect table saw cuts.

Take their shop to the next level with pro-grade, premium tool gift ideas for the DIYer in your life.

You'll never look at a simple rubber band the same way again! Check out these ingenious hacks and practical uses...

Here's why it's worth it to use setting drywall compound.

Anyone can figure out how to cut simple curves with a bandsaw. But these tips, from a seasoned bandsaw expert,...

We've all done it: When the right tool for the job isn't nearby-or doesn't exist-we do the best we can...

Learn the best tips for using and maintaining a pressure washer.