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 Build a DIY Radiator Cover

Give your old-fashioned radiators some style. It's really not that hard, even if you're new to DIY. We'll show you how.

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9 Best Paints for Interior Walls

Choosing the right interior wall paint for your next room refresh can save you time and money. Here are some...


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7 Best Paints for Windows

Want to transform window panes, glassware, vases and other glass objects? You can do it with paint, but not just...


9 Best Paint Edging Tools for Painting Trim

When painting a room, the biggest hassle is trimming around baseboards and ceilings. Work smarter, not harder, by picking the...


Top Rated Painting Tools on Amazon

Give your home a refresh with a new coat of paint. We've rounded up the best painting tools on Amazon...

When Is Amazon Prime Day 2021: What Every Shopper Needs to Know

The question on everyone's lips is, "When is Amazon Prime Day?" and rightfully so: Amazon Prime Day deals are quite...


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Can You Use Exterior Paint Inside?

If you're wondering whether you can use exterior paint indoors — or vice versa — we've got your answer: You...

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The Best Paint Trays and Buckets for Interior and Exterior Painting

Have a painting project on the horizon? Equipping yourself with the right paint tray will make any painting project easier,...


9 Best Painters Drop Cloths and Tarps

Even the pros aren't immune to an occasional spill or splat. A painters drop cloth protects your floors and furnishings...


How to Paint Concrete Floors

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


How to Paint Your Front Door

Spruce up your house by painting your front door. It's an easy DIY project.


Toolipedia: Paint Roller Covers

Toolipedia: Everything you wanted to know about paint roller covers


Toolipedia: HVLP Paint Sprayer

Toolipedia: Everything you wanted to know about HVLP paint sprayer


Toolipedia: Paint Roller Frame

Toolipedia: Everything you wanted to know about paint rollers


6 Best Paint Thinners for Any Job

The best paint thinner makes paint easier to apply, cleans brushes and rollers, wipes up spills and splatters and degreases...


Homeowner’s Guide to Paintbrushes

Not every painting project is the same, and your brushes shouldn't be either. Here are the best paint brushes for...


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Compare Different Types of Paintbrushes

Using the right brush for the job is essential. And knowing which brush is best isn't complicated. Here's a rundown...


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Homeowner’s Guide to Paint Strippers and Removers

Get the answers to your questions about the best paint strippers—what they are, how they work and which are best...


8 Best Paint Buckets for Any Job

Discover what professional housepainters have known for years: Paint buckets can save you time and effort on your next painting...


Homeowner’s Guide to Paint Rollers

It's the fuzziest tool in your DIY stash, and we'll help you choose the right paint roller and cover for...


Compare all the Paint Colors of the Year for 2022

All there is to know and love about this year's crop of paint Colors of the Year, plus ideas on...


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Vintage Family Handyman Project from 1988: How to Make a Small Room Seem Larger

Family Handyman has helped DIYers improve their homes since 1951. As we celebrate our 70th anniversary, here are some vintage...


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5 Best Places to Buy Paint Online

Who knew the best place to buy paint was from your couch? These online retailers will deliver to your doorstep—no...

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What to Know About Painter’s Tape

Masking off a room properly is the key to achieving razor-sharp lines and avoiding messy cleanup. Here's how to use...


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Make Painting Easier With the 2-Edge Putty Knife

A five-way putty knife is a useful multi-tasking tool, but add a utility blade on the other end and you've...


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29 Painting Tool Hacks To Get Your Projects Rolling

Whether you’re changing the color of your walls, polishing jewelry or ripping a long board, these painting tool hacks will...


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What Is the New Gooseneck Paint Brush?

Banish the idea of "unreachable" places to paint with a gooseneck paintbrush.


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Innovative Painting Tools to Try

These innovative painting tools are the future of DIY. Get your hands on them before your next project.


30 Painting Essentials You Should Have In Your Home by Age 30

Whether you own or rent, DIY painting remains a great way to save money on home improvement. Compiling these 30...