Skills

Half lap joints are a terrific skill for beginning woodworkers to master. Here's everything you need to get started.

Don't throw it away! Sawdust recycling turns the waste from your saws and sanders into a resource with multiple uses...

Did you know slips, trips and falls are some of the most common home safety hazards? Say goodbye to stubbed...

Tambour is a woodwork style that gets its name from a medieval drum. We asked a top architect to explain...

These handsaws should be on your radar.

Rabbet joints make strong corners. They're easy to build and useful in cabinets, drawers and other box-like structures.

Butt joints are the easiest woodworking joints to make, but they aren't very strong and usually need reinforcement. Despite this,...

Chisels are hand tools for cutting, paring and scraping. Simple and unassuming, you can't do without at least one in...

Woodworking can be a relaxing and fulfilling activity that turns into a lifelong hobby for many people. Here's what you...

Running electric power to a garage or garden pond? Learn about code requirements, trench depth options, conduit material and types...

Want to add curves to your next woodworking project? Here's what you need to know about bending wood with steam.

Hydrangeas are beautiful perennials that come in a variety of hues. But did you know their color can give you...

Wells are usually dug by pros using heavy equipment, and they can be expensive. If you have a well in...

Organizing your electrical panel doesn't have to be intimidating. Find and label unknown circuits safely with these best circuit breaker...

Learn this centuries-old hallmark of craftsmanship.

Quikrete's 5000 concrete mix is a great formula for building your own backyard bench.

Our experts offer the best methods and products to safely and effectively clean your luxury vinyl plank flooring.

Follow these easy steps to replace that “one bad board.”

Achieve this durable and timeless finish yourself.

Update your kitchen or bathroom with one of the best countertop paint or refinishing kits, from touch ups to complete...

Ever wonder what the hardest wood in the world is? A professional woodworker explains the Janka scale and how wood...

If you're interested in learning wood turning or upgrading your existing tools, give this Family Handyman Approved wood turning tool...

Keep spreading plants from choking out the rest of your garden.

Don't waste your money on a plumber. Instead try this inexpensive, easy-to-use Family Handyman Approved power drum auger.

It might be a high-maintenance siding option. But if your top priority is a natural, classic look, wood siding is...

Organize your drawers (and your life!) with DIY drawer dividers. Make them in whatever configuration works best for you, your...

Annoyed by paint rollers leaving texture on your walls? We tested a trending internet hack that claims to solve this...

Metal siding is a great choice for your home's exterior, but it has some drawbacks. Our expert helps you decide...

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