Tools, Gear and Equipment

DIYers tend to accumulate all kinds of tools for all kinds of projects. The key to staying efficient, though, is...

A miter saw is an extremely useful home improvement tool. Learn something new about this workshop workhorse in the following...

Our favorite DIY tools, materials + gear.

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

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

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

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...

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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

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Make joints and edges using a router table.

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