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Inexpensive Ideas and DIY Tips for Storing Sandpaper
When you first start tackling home projects, it's no problem to hit the hardware store for one of those sandpaper mul...
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Smart Storage for Small Workshops
Since my wife and I recently downsized, I am making do with a much smaller basement workshop these days. Whereas I co...
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DIY Workbenches: 5 You Can Build in a Weekend
The workbench is a DIY project's hub. It's where supplies are kept and progress gets made.  Sure, you can buy a workb...
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Bob Vila Radio: Ladders
If your last-minute fall chores have you climbing a ladder, here are some tips to save time and stay safe up there. L...
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5 Basement Workshop Essentials
You’re probably thinking I’m about to list my all-star tool picks. Nope. My five must-haves for a basement workshop h...
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Bob Vila Radio: DIY Dolly
The next time you need to move something big and heavy in the workshop or around the house, save your back and build ...
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How To: Clean Your Toolbox and Workshop
While spring is generally considered the month for cleaning windows, airing out the house, reorganizing the cupboards...
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Tool Storage
Read our primer for preventing breakage and misplacement in tool storage.
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How To: Spring Clean Your Power Tools
Like everything with moving parts—your car, your computer, your body—your power tools will last longer and work bette...
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Workshop Planning Checklist
Seven things to consider as you plan out your workshop.
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Workshop Lighting
Follow these guidelines to create the optimal lighting design for your workshop.
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Garage Workshop Foundation and Slab
Before starting on your garage foundation, check soil, permits, and structure upfront.
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Planning Your Woodworking Shop
For practicality, comfort, and safety, follow these guidelines when planning your woodworking shop.
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Add a Decorative Touch to Your Woodworking Shop
There's no reason why your woodworking shop can't be easy on the eyes, outside and in. The one pictured above was cre...
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My Workbench Today
Although I used to have a pretty big workshop back in Cambridge, things changed once we sold the place and became sno...
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The Basic Workbench
A good woodworking bench is one that suits its user's needs.
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How To: Keep Your Tools Accessible
Keeping your tools visible and at the ready will make your workshop more efficient.
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Blog Stars: In the Workshop
Meet four do-it-yourselfers who are creating their dream surroundings and blogging about the experience.
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Workshop Safety
Workshop safety consists of more than just wearing proper protective gear.
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Bench Furniture
Bench furniture is critical to making your workspace productive.
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Workbench Types
Workbench configurations vary. Choose the setup that fits your available space and project goals.
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Worktables
A worktable should have a place on your floor plan, unless your workshop is too small to accommodate any work surfaces beyond the workbench.
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Pegboard: Still a Classic Storage Solution for Today
As a kid growing up, I remember visiting my grandparents’ house and heading straight for granddad’s garage. It was im...
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Bench Dogs
To secure a workpiece for planing, use bench dogs.
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Quick Tip: Workshop Dolly
Save your aching back by moving heavy objects in your workshop with a dolly.
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Quick Tip: Workbench Construction
These few simple guidelines may help you build a practical, durable bench.
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Manage Noise in Your Workshop
Minimize the discomforts and risks noise poses to you and the peace of your household.
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Workshop Locations
There are many places to put your workshop. Here are a few suggestions.
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The Cellar Shop
Before outfitting your basement as a workshop, bear these considerations in mind.
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Drawing a Workshop Floor Plan
To aid in the planning of your workshop, put your ideas for the space on paper.
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The Ideal Workshop Layout
Make sure that your workshop is actually workable using these tips.
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Closet Workshop
For many occasional, around-the-house handypeople, a closet workshop is an easy answer to a multitude of headaches.
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The End-Wall Shop
Follow these steps to turn an end wall into a productive and space-efficient workshop.
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Quick Tip: Home Workshop
These tips will help you consider the different things that go into building your workshop.
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Know Your Workshop Needs
To begin assembling your workshop, first you must take stock of your requirements.
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Workshop Dresser
Learn how to turn an old dresser or chest into your very own workshop.
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Free-Standing Workshop
Serious hobbyists or professionals may choose to build a separate building for the workshop.
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Keeping Your Workshop Clean
A handful of valuable tips on maintaining a sawdust- and debris-free workshop
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Workshop Electricity
Before you install electricity in your workshop, consider these important factors.
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Fireproof Your Workshop
Fire is a devastating show of strength by Mother Nature. Take these steps to prevent it in your workshop.
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How To: Stock Your Workshop
Know your needs and buy smart in order to build a workshop that is right for your needs.
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Lumber Grades and Numbers
Get the basic facts about lumber numbers and grades.
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Creating the Ultimate Garage Workshop
Here are some things to consider when building a garage workshop for car enthusiasts.
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Installing a Decorative Inlaid Vinyl Floor and Reviewing the Workshop Layout
The generously sized workshop has a functional layout and a unique vinyl floor designed by architect Gregory Rochlin.
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Installing Baseboards and Making Moldings
Bob meets with carpenter Bob Ryley to install baseboard, then visits Paul Morse's workshop to see how specialty moldings are milled.
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Front Hall Mirror
Carpenter Bob Ryley demonstrates how the front hall mirror is custom-built in the workshop.
 
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