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Having your dryer properly vented is crucial in keeping the appliance operating effectively and avoiding the risk of fire or water damage to your home. Fortunately, installing a dryer vent is easy to do.

Done with Christmas commercialism? Revisiting Yuletide ideas from days gone by may lead to new family traditions, and your jolliest holiday season yet.

Conquer unsightly splotches on your driveway, patio, and garage floor to restore the handsome looks of those hardworking surfaces.

We tested the highest-rated bench vises on the market. Find out which ones will provide the best gripping power for your workshop projects.

Learn the key differences in the size, appearance, behavior, and feeding habits of gophers and groundhogs.

Not all repairs require a full assortment of tools.

No other sander beats a belt sander for rapid material removal, yet some belt sanders are capable of detailed work, too. We look at how to get the best results from these powerful, versatile tools.

Boost your security presence and keep a watchful eye on your property with a PoE security camera system.

Choose one of these easy-to-follow greenhouse designs and make your own indoor conservatory where plants can grow and flourish.

Discover what a torque wrench does and learn how to use it for your next automotive project.

Sometimes a faulty garbage disposal only needs a nudge to get back up and running. Other times, the fix is more involved. Try these fixes before calling a repair person.

Looking for inexpensive ceiling ideas for your lower level? See what a difference DIYers can make with paint, tile, and other inexpensive materials.

Whether you are cutting, trimming, sanding, or scraping, an oscillating tool can do it all.

Leaving furniture in place for a long time can leave its mark on your carpets, but these tricks can help you coax your carpet fibers back into place.

There’s nothing like a long, leisurely soak in a hot bath to soothe away the stresses of the day—that is, unless the grime in your bathtub is what’s stressing you out.

A crimping tool is invaluable for making all kinds of electric connections quickly and securely, whether in the hands of a DIY enthusiast or a professional.

Avoid unsightly stains and acidic etching by learning the best way to clean marble.

Nothing’s more frustrating than finding damaged bolt threads in the middle of an engine repair. Here’s how a tool I tested can save you a trip to the auto parts store.

Is your garbage disposal not working? Understanding the most common causes of clogs and how to fix them will keep money in your wallet, rather than sending it down the drain.

New wall coverings can elevate a living space, but getting rid of wallpaper can feel like a daunting task. Wallpaper removers make it easy to get rid of worn or dated wall coverings.