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12 Best Ways to Heat a Garage in the Winter

Even in winter, projects, repairs and hobbies must go on. And that often means you'll be spending time in the garage. Instead of risking frost bite, consider these 12 ways to heat your garage safely and reliably in winter.

Best and Worst Garage Heaters

Need to heat your garage shop so you can work year-round? Several options are available, but the most efficient system...


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Family Handyman Approved: DeWalt Job Site Table Saw

DeWalt has long been associated with great jobsite tools. This saw is no different.


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8 Best Garage Heaters

Whether you use your garage for storage, vehicle parking or a DIY workshop, the right garage heater can make all...


Is Getting a Garage Heater Worth It?

Garage heaters can turn your garage into a functional, usable space even in the dead of winter. But is the...

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Tips and Products for Reorganizing Your Garage Bike Storage

Can't park your car in the garage because your family's bikes are in the way? Here's how to fix that!


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12 Tips To Prevent Your Bike From Being Stolen

No one wants their bicycle stolen, whether out and about or from their garage. Find out the best bike locks...

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10 Things To Do To Prepare Your Garage For Fall

As the weather cools and summer gives way to fall, it's a great time to prep your garage for the...


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Garage Storage Ideas You Can DIY

Organizing a garage isn't a one-size-fits-all project, so we've compiled some of our best garage storage ideas. Check out these...


How to Insulate a Garage Door

If you have an attached garage with an uninsulated garage door, it's costing you money in both winter and summer.


The 50 Best Storage Containers to Get Your House in Order

Organize your stuff—and your sanity—with our picks for the best storage containers for every room

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What to Know About Glass Garage Doors

Thinking about installing a glass garage door? Here's what you need to know.


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Family Handyman Approved: Genie Wall Mount Garage Door Opener

This wall-mounted garage door opener provides great functionality without sacrificing style.


How to Customize Garage Cabinets for More Storage

Our garages are multitaskers. Vehicle storage, workshop, tool organizer and hangout space for friends and family. For this garage to...


How to Set Up Your House Before Leaving for Summer Vacation

Securing your home while you're away doesn't just mean locking your doors and windows. Make sure you take these steps...


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9 Garage Items That Aren’t Worth Keeping

If your garage is so full you can't park your bike inside, let alone your car, it's time to clear...

How To Build a 2-in-1 Workbench and Bar Top

Add LEDs set in epoxy for a custom, high-tech work surface.


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Keep Your Tools Ready with an In-Cabinet Charging Center

This sliding station keeps your tools ready to go


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How To Build A Hidden Cocktail Bar

Done for the day? Press a button to order up your favorite refreshment.


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Light Up Your Garage With Flair

A combination of showroom and task lighting does it best


How To Build a Swing-Out Countertop

Need more counter space in your workshop? Here's a DIY solution.


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9 Best Garden Tool Organizers for Your Garage

Gardening season is in full swing, so if you don't have a good garden tool organizer in your garage or...


How to Paint Concrete Floors

Transform your concrete basement or garage floor with a fresh coat of paint.


15 Things Your Neighbors Want You to Stop Doing

It's not big deal to you, but your neighbors are rolling their eyes!


14 Weekend Projects that Add to Home Value

Not every project has to be big (or extremely expensive) to add value to your home. These done-in-a-weekend projects, for...

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14 Ways to Add Space to Your Home that Won’t Break the Bank

The best way to make sure any renovation project will pay off with additional square footage is to check with...


10 Things to Know Before Buying a Garage Door

A good garage door will last decades, maybe even a lifetime. So it makes sense to spend a little extra...


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Garage Storage: How Much Weight Can Trusses Take?

Check out this heavy-duty garage storage system.


18 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Garage

Forget New Year's resolutions for yourself—will they last beyond January anyway? Make some resolutions for your garage instead and enjoy...


Things of Value You Might Have in Your Garage

Are any of these in your attic or garage? If so, find an appraiser at the American Society of Appraisers.


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Easy Garage Ideas for Creating the Ultimate Dual-Duty Space

Family Handyman has been improving garages for decades. This year, we found a family overdue for a garage makeover. Their...