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    The 7 Best Insect Repellents for Your Deck and Patio

    Don't let mosquitoes, flies and other pesky bugs ruin your outdoor fun. Pick up one of the best insect repellents,...


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    How to Perform a Differential Flush on Your Car

    The differential is a vital part of every vehicle and it's easy to forget to replace the differential oil. This...


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    Why Won’t My Windshield Wipers Work?

    Windshield wipers stopped working? Learn about the four most common wiper problems and how to fix them.


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    Our Favorite Car Paint Repair Kits

    If you've noticed scratches or chips in your car's paint job, grab one of these top-notch car paint repair kits.


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    How to Wash a Car at Home

    A clean, shiny car never stays that way for long, so proper washing techniques are essential. Learn all about how...


    How to Build a DIY Dog Wash Station

    Make bath time more comfortable and convenient for you both — and keep the mess out of your house.


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    How to Build a Garage Storage Wall

    A customizable clutter-buster that turns your garage into a mudroom.


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    How to Build a DIY Mechanized Garage Lift for Increased Storage

    A high shelf that automatically lowers with the push of a button.

    Best Car Polish and Wax Buffers for 2024

    Waxing a car is often seen as a slow, arduous process, but it doesn't have to be. These six great...


    27 Inspiring DIY Tiny Homes Built With Recycled Materials

    The DIY tiny house movement is all about reducing consumption. Check out some tiny homes that took it a step...


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    What Is an Oil Change? What to Know

    Think it might be time to give your vehicle an oil change, but aren't sure where to start? Learn all...


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    How to Polish a Car Yourself

    Want to restore your vehicle's dull, unattractive old paint job to near new? Car polish can help. Follow these steps...


    10 Things You Should Never Burn in Your Fireplace

    Some are obvious, like plastic, but others might surprise you. From Christmas trees to dryer lint, here are materials you...


    Weird Smart Home Gadgets You Didn’t Know Existed

    As smart homes become more and more of a trend, an increasing number of strange smart gadgets are popping up...


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    30 Products DIYers Shouldn’t Pass Up at Costco

    In a trip to Costco, you can stock your workshop with necessities like paper towels and trash bags, but you...


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    8 Bugs You Should Never Kill In Your Garden

    No one likes bugs. Well, unless you're an entomologist. But not all bugs are created equal, especially when it comes...


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    How to Get Rid of Smoke Smell in Your Car

    Smoke is a difficult smell to get out of your car. You may end up needing a professional detail but,...

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    Car Polish vs. Wax: What’s the Difference?

    Ever wonder what the difference is between car wax and car polish? Both products are useful when detailing your car....


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    Cleaning an Oven With Baking Soda and Vinegar

    This magic formula will leave your oven sparkling clean, with minimal scrubbing required.


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    What Is the Fluid Leaking From My Car?

    There is something dripping from your car. If it's water, don't worry. If it's something else, here's how to figure...


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    How to Reset the Oil Change Light in a Car

    Has the "Maintenance" or "Oil Change" indicator light appeared on your vehicle? Learn what it means and how to get...


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    How to Make a Simple Bike Rack

    Got bicycles to keep organized? This simple rack made of steel pipes is an easy welding project that works well...


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    Our Readers’ 45 Favorite Handy Hints

    Over the past 50 years, readers of The Family Handyman magazine have shared thousands of clever tricks with their fellow...

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    Zip Tie Hacks That Make DIYing a Cinch

    Every homeowner should have a stash of these tiny, versatile straps on hand. Zip ties can help you conquer clutter,...


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    How to Properly Dispose of Car Batteries

    Your car battery is a heavy lump of toxic metals and acid. Properly disposing of that battery can avoid an...


    9 Unlucky Things to Never Keep in Your Home

    Feeling superstitious or unlucky? According to feng shui and other cultural traditions, these are the home decor choices that could...


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    Try These Easy Handy Hints to Fix Common Home Issues

    We all have those annoying problems around the house we'd like to fix, but we keep putting off for one...


    7 Things You Should Never Clean with Vinegar

    In most cases, vinegar is a great all-purpose cleaner, but there are some things that you shouldn't clean with it.


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    What Type of Lawn Mower Oil Should I Use

    Your lawn mower needs the right kind of engine oil used in the right way. Read on to learn about...