Skills

Increase safety, speed and accuracy with shop jigs.

Kiss those hand-cramping pruners, shears and loopers goodbye. Try this Family Handyman Approved battery operated pruner instead.

Sell your house in a snap with interior paint color advice from real estate pros.

Learn how to mortise door hinges using a router.

Have some fun in the sun wearing this Family Handyman Approved work shirt with built-in UV protection.

Painted walls in our homes take the brunt of the dings and scrapes of life. Match paint already on a...

Experience the freedom of running air tools without being tied to a wall with this Family Handyman Approved cordless air...

Before the first can of paint is opened and the last dropcloth is back in the van, be a savvy...

Love the idea of sharing books with your community? Check out these amazing sets of free plans to build a...

Have a DIY electrical project but find wiring diagrams confusing? Take them step by step, and soon you'll be wiring...

There are hundreds of types of Japanese maples, one more colorful and graceful than the next. Here are 10 of...

Know these 5 types of circuit breakers. Your home, and your family, will thank you.

Is sponge paint making a big comeback? Not exactly. Read on to find out what is.

Ever hear of a bladeless ceiling fan?  Neither had I.  So we tried one out, and I have to say...

Make a glass panel door yourself without breaking the bank.

Mirrors add interest and depth to any space. Customize that garage sale find, or a dated option you already own,...

Take your home's basic facade to the next level. Add a roof over the entryway.

Functional and eco-friendly, here are the best solar path lights to help you find your way around at night.

Sick of the constant switching back and forth between different bits and tips?  Us, too. That's why we tried this...

Learning to weld opens up new worlds. Gerrilyn Kujawa, a welder based in Minnesota, talks about getting started and the...

A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...

Bollard posts are short, stout posts used around buildings or as roadway dividers. They resemble tree trunks, which are also...

A pro woodworker explains what you need to know about sandpaper for wood, so your next project turns out perfectly.

A new patio can transform your backyard, making it an inviting place to entertain guests, or just relax with family...

Wood moves constantly. Remember these tips for how to dry lumber so you don't have to deal with twisted, cracked...

Urban lumber is freshly milled wood from trees removed from urban settings. It's beautiful, sustainable and likely to become more...

Curious about interior texture paint? We were, too! Here's what we found out and what you should know.

Considering adding a router to your wood shop? A professional woodworker shares his knowledge in this router guide for routerless...

If you're planning on adding a window, knocking down a wall or re-roofing your garage, pick up a Diablo Demo...