When it comes to DIY experience, nobody can match Family Handyman's field editors. And here they’re sharing their best-kept secret tool tips with you!
The humble hammer is a go-to for most home improvement projects. But did you know it can do more than just pound nails? See what else this good ol’ tool can do.
Whether you're a woodworker, hobbyist or a home repair specialist, you need saws. Here's some help for choosing the right types of saws.
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When it comes to DIY experience, nobody can match Family Handyman's field editors. And here they’re sharing their best-kept secret tool tips with you!
These tips and tricks for the home have been passed down from generation to generation, but do they still hold up today? You better believe it!
A simple guide for beginners to learn how to use a Speed Square or carpenter's square in woodworking. Learn about all the features and uses!
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Tool hacks usually happen on the fly, when you’re in a situation that calls for a tool to be modified slightly or used in a way that’s different than its intended purpose. Many of the following tool hacks were created for those reasons—and some were just stumbled upon while tinkering in the shop.
If you've had problems with your pipes you'll want to read this. Plumbers give us the scoop on clogged pipes, DIY plumbing repair, and more!
These life hacks will make your daily to-dos (plus a few random projects) so much easier! Check out what you've been missing.
See 20 astounding hacks that'll help make your marking more accurate and your days more productive.
Here are 28 clever solutions from our readers and the DIY experts at The Family Handyman.
Learn the best tips for applying caulk for a smooth, mess-free seal. With these tips, you'll get perfect results every time!
These tips and tricks for the home have been passed down from generation to generation, but do they still hold up today? You better believe it!
When it comes to DIY experience, nobody can match Family Handyman's field editors. And here they’re sharing their best-kept secret tool tips with you!
We've collected hundreds of home tips throughout the years to make life a little easier for our readers. Here are some of the best ones you need to know.
Hand tools are great, but they're even better when you use them creatively for things they're not designed to do.
These tips and tricks for the home have been passed down from generation to generation, but do they still hold up today? You better believe it!
The humble hammer is a go-to for most home improvement projects. But did you know it can do more than just pound nails? See what else this good ol’ tool can do.
Easy DIY hack: 10 of the most popular ways to save caulk between uses and keep adhesive tubes from drying out.
Praise PVC for its endless versatility. Building stuff with PVC pipe is kind of like playing with adult Legos. Here are brilliant PVC hacks.
Super-simple solutions for common household headaches.
Hand tools are great, but they're even better when you use them creatively for things they're not designed to do.
There's a real learning curve on the path to DIY mastery, and it comes complete with peaks, valleys and plateaus. Here are 12 tips that will help you have better DIY skills. These tips span from simple tricks to make your projects go smoother to ways you can broaden your knowledge base and connect with other DIY enthusiasts. No matter where you are on your DIY journey, there's something here for you.
Your drill is more versatile than you think. Check out these clever hacks for your humble drill.
See 20 astounding hacks that'll help make your marking more accurate and your days more productive.
Pro tips for making perfect miters
These tips and tricks for the home have been passed down from generation to generation, but do they still hold up today? You better believe it!
If you hire the right help—for the right price—you may finally be able to check all those long-delayed home projects off your to-do list. Here's how much a handyman costs.
Our favorite DIY tools, materials + gear.
2x4 projects with tutorials for the beginner DIY'er. These are some ideas for what you can make with 2x4s, from small projects to big!
Tools are usually designed and built with one job in mind, but most tools can be used for all sorts of jobs. Here are some great examples.