How to Build a 2-in-1 Coffee/Dining Table
A coffee table that becomes a dining table or a...
How to Make Safer, Better Cuts on a Miter Saw
Our expert, Jerome Worm, has been using a miter saw every day for 30 years. He explains how to get...
How to Winterize a Chainsaw
Keep your chainsaw in tip-top shape during the winter off-season
Everything to Consider When Buying a Chainsaw
The wide variety of chainsaw models can make choosing one difficult. Here's an overview of the various options for the...
The Best Reciprocating Saws
These versatile saws cut through all types of materials and make quick work of many tasks. Here are the best...
What Is a Chop Saw?
A chop saw (a.k.a. a miter saw) is a power tool made especially for accurate crosscutting of trim and lumber...
Choosing the Best Jigsaw
We analyzed the top eight brands of jigsaws. Take a look at what we found.
What Is a Scroll Saw?
The scroll saw is an important tool for any wood or metal worker who wants to add a personal creative...
A How To Guide for Tiling Mosaic Floor
A handy guide to laying and setting mosaic tile from one of our most trusted tile experts. Plus, a quick...
How to Remove a Cleanout Plug That’s Stuck
Can't get that cleanout plug to budge? Here's how to deal with that.
Jigsaws: How to Use and Cut With a Jigsaw
Use a versatile jigsaw tool to cut lumber, plywood, metal and tile.
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...
Simple Guide for Making 45-degree Bandsaw Cuts
Unlock your bandsaw's potential with this easy trick for 45-degree angles.
Savvy Sawhorse Table Tips
How to make sawhorses the most useful tools in your arsenal.
Woodworking Projects You Can Make with Just a Jigsaw
A jigsaw is one of the most useful tools in your shop. It can take any curve you throw at...
Make a Perfect Miter Joint
Take your woodworking up a notch with these great tips.
Which Diamond Blades Are Best?
Avoid spending a bunch of money on the wrong blade.
Saturday Morning Workshop: Portable Laptop Computer Stand
Make this ingenious, compact laptop stand in an hour with only a jigsaw, a drill, sandpaper and $10 in materials.
DIY Table Saw Table
Build this take-down table saw table to make the perfect work station for a DIYer with limited garage space.
How to Make a Box Joint Jig
Take your woodworking to the next level with this simple jig. All you need are some miter gauges, plywood...
Best in DIY Sliding Miter Saws
We review 8 popular brands of 10-in. sliding compound miter saws, along with some features to look out for when...
8 Circular Saw Cutting Tips
These circular saw cutting tips for this indispensable tool will help you get it done safer, faster, and smoother.
How to Use a Circular Saw: Long Cuts
Learn how to safely saw boards freehand, cut plywood with a straightedge guide and build a ripping jig for accurate...
Tips for Using an Oscillating Tool
It's a tool you shouldn't be without
How to Use a Circular Saw for Cutting Wood
Tips for Smooth, Accurate Cuts
Brilliant Trick for Cleaning Saw Blades
Clean resin and pitch from saw blades with spray oven cleaner.
10 Easy Ways to Cut Metal Fast
Our best tips for getting your project done right.
Best Way to Cut Threaded Rod to Your Desired Length
When you’re shortening a bolt or threaded rod with a hacksaw, you always mangle the threads at the sawn end,...
How to Properly Use a Hole Saw
Techniques for drilling big holes, deep holes and enlarging existing holes.
