Bob Vila’s 14 Best Tips for Drilling
Follow these simple steps to avoid hang-ups in your next drilling project.
Follow these simple steps to avoid hang-ups in your next drilling project.
There are several types of wood glue you can use. Here’s some advice to help you decide which would be the best for your situation.
If you need a powerful cordless electric blower for a small- to medium-size property, the EGO could be a great pick.
Workbench configurations vary. Choose the setup that fits your available space and project goals.
Get a grip on the several different types of woodworking vises available for your workbench, each with its own virtues and drawbacks.
There’s a little MacGyver in all of us. And when it comes to DIY, who couldn’t use another shortcut? Whether your toolbox is fully stocked or you’re slowly acquiring items from your wish list, whether you’re an old pro or a newbie, the tricks of the trade can make your next DIY project (or emergency) a lot smoother—and smarter. Add these toolbox hacks to your artillery, and streamline your next project.
Renting a wood chipper is cheaper than hiring a pro, but by how much? The cost to rent a wood chipper ranges from $70 to $550 per day.
Enjoy the convenience and reliability of pressure-treated wood for your home’s outdoor structures without sacrificing good looks. A little bit of stain and some know-how are all you need to enhance your decks and fences.
When is it better to use nails, and when are screws the better option? It depends on the materials you’re working with, and how durable the connection needs to be.
Long gone are the days when desks were reserved for the classroom or the office. Even if you don’t work from home, chances are you have a computer there—and need a place to conduct business (or check in on various Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram accounts). So as we welcome desks into our homes, why not make them an extension of our personal styles? There’s no better way to meet your personal home office requirements than to build your own desk. DIY desk plans are abundant, and there’s surely one that suits your style. You don’t need to start from scratch, if you don’t want to. Use elements that you already have, like file cabinets and cubbie systems. Reuse, recycle, or upcycle nearly anything from a pallet to plywood. Even a couple stools and a simple plank can come together for a DIY desk that’s easy on the eyes. In general, a 28- or 30-inch high work surface is most comfortable for writing, with a somewhat lower height (24 or 28 inches) being best for typing. And you should allow about a two-foot width to accommodate knees. A conventional office desk is about 30 inches deep. But in the end, you can build your own desk however you want—whatever would work best to the suit the space and your individual need. From free and easy to time-intensive labors of love, here are 15 DIY desk projects that will get you excited to get to work.