Tools and Supplies

All the tools and supplies for your home improvement projects in one place. Dive in and find the right tool for the job.

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    Use Aluminum Mesh for Fast Drywall Repair

    An aluminum screen simplifies hole repair in walls


    Install a Simpler Weed Trimmer Head

    Make trimmer line replacement a breeze


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    How To Choose Twist Drill Bits

    Drill bits go head to head to see which is really best


    How To Make Perfect Edge Joints with a Wood Router

    Cut sharp, tight-fitting edges every time


    Retrofit a Miter Saw With a Laser

    Add a laser guide to a miter saw in five minutes


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    Benefits of a Track Saw

    Why you'll own one—sooner or later


    Proper Hacksaw Blade Installation

    Is there really a right way to install a hacksaw blade?


    Organizing a Tool Belt

    A $30 tool belt, organized with the proper tools, allows you to work faster with better results.

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    The Letter ‘d’ in Nail Sizes

    The shocking truth about nail sizes! What they don't want you to know


    Ladder Stabilizers

    Work faster and smarter—and feel 10 times safer!


    Create Circular Saw Cutting Guides for Plywood

    Make circular saw cuts so clean that you don't have to sand or touch up the plywood edges


    How To Make Angle Cuts with a Circular Saw

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


    Repair Damaged Nuts and Bolts

    Restore stripped threads quickly with a rethreading kit


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    Router Edge Guide: How to Get Perfect Routed Edges

    Tips and techniques for pro-quality profiles


    Replace a Maul Handle or Other Striking Tool Handle

    A fiberglass handle will add years to the life of a sledgehammer or a splitting maul handle


    How To Rip Boards Safely On a Table Saw

    Here's the right way to make rip cuts.


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    How to Use a Block Plane

    Tips for using and sharpening the versatile block plane.

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    How To Build a Shovel Rack for Garage Storage

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


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    How to Build a Miter Saw Table

    Make your own pro-grade miter saw/work table


    Building Cabinets With Pocket Screws

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


    How To Sharpen Shears, Hedge Trimmers and Other Garden Tools

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


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    Table Saw Tips and Tricks

    Make cleaner, safer and straighter cuts with easy-to-make accessories and jigs for your table saw.


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    How to Tape Drywall With a Banjo

    Speedy, trouble-free taping is easy with this pro tool

    Router Table Tips and Techniques

    Make joints and edges using a router table.


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    How to Use a Table Saw: Cross Cutting

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


    Tips and Techniques for Safe Extension Ladder Setup and Use

    Tips and Techniques for Safe Extension Ladder Setup and Use


    How to Work with Scaffolding Safely

    How to rent, setup and use scaffolding when you have to work on your roof, siding or chimney.


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    Crosscuts With a Table Saw Sled

    This gadget makes even wide crosscuts safe and simple


    How to Build a DIY Copper Trellis for Your Garden

    Solder up this trellis in a weekend with ordinary copper tubing