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The Best Bench Vise Options layout
Tools & Materials

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

A groundhog (right) and gopher (left).
Garden Pests

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

Problems You Can Fix With Just Glue
Repair & Maintenance

Not all repairs require a full assortment of tools.

A DIYer using a belt sander to remove wood from a porch beam with a graphic overlay that says Tool Tutorial.
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.

The Best PoE Security Camera Systems Options
Reviews

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

Wooden illuminated greenhouse in backyard
Building & Installing

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

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DIY

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

Woman is under sink examining the garbage disposal under the sink.
Kitchen & Dining

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.

TV media basement living room with leather sofa.
Basements

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

A man in jeans using an oscillating tool on an air vent embedded in wooden floors.
Skills & Techniques

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

A cream-colored carpet with indentation from furniture.
Flooring

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.

Young women's feet crossed at the edge of a white freestanding bathtub
Cleaning & Organizing

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.

The Best Crimping Tool Options
Plumbing Supplies

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.

The Best Outdoor Christmas Decorations Option
Holiday Decorations

Make your house the envy of the neighborhood with these eye-catching outdoor holiday decorations.

Power strip full of electrical power cables
Home Safety

Appliances that consume a lot of energy or cycle on and off become dangerous fire hazards when plugged into a power strip.

Modern open plan apartment kitchen and dining room interior with marble countertop in kitchen.
Countertops

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

Rotary Thread Standard Restore Kit on a workbench
Tools & Materials

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.

Materials for unclogging a garbage disposal under a sink, including plunger, vinegar, baking soda, etc.
Appliances

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.

The Best Wallpaper Remover Option
Tools & Materials

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.

Main shot of wood lathe
Power Tools

Add a wood lathe to your workshop and take on new woodworking projects, like making a bottle stopper, spoon, or even a pen.