Tools, Gear and Equipment

The Family Handyman editors share everything about the best tools, gear and equipment for DIYers.

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How to Pressure Wash Your Car

Here's how to pressure wash your car without damaging it.

How to Repair a Garden Hose

Fix leaky garden hoses quickly and cheaply.


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When Should You Start Mowing Your Lawn in the Spring?

Keep these things in mind before mowing your lawn for the first time this spring.


How to Make a Simple DIY Jewelry Box

Need a DIY idea for Valentine's Day? We've got you covered.


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15 Things You Should Think Twice About Donating

Donating unwanted items to a local thrift store is a fantastic way to reclaim space in your home, donate to...

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20 Bad Auto Habits Your Mechanic Wants You to Stop Doing

Keep your mechanic happy by not doing these things to your vehicle.


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Drywall Taping Tips

How to get better taping results with less hassle

How to Hang Drywall: Use a Lift

Hang drywall alone with the right tools and techniques.


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How to Build a Drywall Arch

Using drywall and Masonite to create a curved doorway.


Master the Basics of Drywall: How to Cut Drywall

Learn about the five simple tools and basic techniques you need to successfully cut drywall.


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How to Use a Wood Chisel

Tips for sharpening and using a chisel, one of the carpenter's basic tools.

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How to Clamp

A professional woodworker shows you simple clamping techniques that make stronger glued joints


Woodworking: Techniques to Cut Circles With a Band Saw

Cut clean, smooth circles with your bandsaw


How to Build a Do It Yourself TV Stand

Looking for the perfect DIY project? Build this handsome TV stand in just one weekend.


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Drywall Sanding Tips and Techniques

All the best tips and techniques for a smooth drywall surface.


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Expert Tips for Finishing Drywall

We'll walk you through professional advice for drywall finishing to achieve smoother walls and less wasted time.

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How to Sand Drywall

Techniques and tools for sanding drywall like a pro so it's perfectly smooth, plus tips for dust control.


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Drywall Butt Joints Made Easy

Techniques to avoid having to feather out butt joints.


Choosing the Best Impact Driver

Impact driver basics, plus a special tool test to find the best brands and models


How to Use a Power Planer

And electric planer: It shaves and shapes wood like a hand plane, a belt sander and a jointer all rolled...


How to Use Tin Snips to Cut Sheet Metal

Tools and techniques for cutting sheet metal


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How to Properly Use a Hole Saw

Techniques for drilling big holes, deep holes and enlarging existing holes.


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Circular Saw Tips and Techniques

Brush up on the basics with this collection of circular saw do's and don'ts


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How to Scribe for a Perfect Fit

Fit woodwork perfectly to even the waviest walls with an inexpensive compass.

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How to Use a Power Miter Saw

A miter saw is a versatile tool that offers fast, accurate cuts. Learn how to use yours safely so you...


8 Brilliant Ways to Use a Razor Blade

Everyone knows you can use a utility razor blade to cut stuff, but this humble tool is one of the...


Hammers Aren’t Just for Nails: 101 Ways to Use a Rip Hammer

Really, we only show 9 ways, but there are lots more


Making Circular Saw Cuts

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


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Router Edge Guide: How to Get Perfect Routed Edges

Tips and techniques for pro-quality profiles