How to Use a Miter Box
Not keen on the idea of using an electric saw? A miter box is the tool you need to make precise cuts in wood. Here’s how to use it.
20 Things Under $20 That Just Make Life Easier
These household items and gadgets offer practicality without sticker shock.
This DEWALT TSTAK Tool Organizer Is Affordable, But Does It Work?
To add tool storage to an existing system or contain a large collection of hand tools, this Dewalt Tool Box might fill the bill. It impressed our tough tester fairly well.
How To: Sharpen Drill Bits
Follow this guide to go from dull to on point using a workbench basic, no fancy gadgets required.
Rabbet Planes
The rabbet plane is a simple tool that creates strong joints in woodworking.
4 Scraper Tools Every DIYer Should Know
Get the basic facts about one of the most versatile tools in your toolbox.
8 Tiling Tools Every DIYer Should Know
Whether it’s made from ceramic, porcelain, or stone, tile is an elegant upgrade to any room. These are the implements you need to successfully complete any tiling job.
I Tried The New Cutting-Edge Stud Finder―Did It Work?
Electronic stud finders have come a long way, and some allow the user to connect the device to a smartphone to detect wood, metal, and wiring behind drywall. See how one of the more popular smartphone wall scanners―the Walabot stud finder―fared in this hands-on testing.
8 Things You Can Clean With a Pressure Washer
There are few things more satisfying than watching a pressure washer blast away built-up grime and debris from outdoor surfaces—in fact, it can be downright soothing.
How to Start a Lawn Mower and Troubleshoot Common Problems
After a long winter’s rest, your mower may need a nudge before springing to life. Follow these simple steps for starting a lawn mower—and learn how to troubleshoot a mower that won’t run.