Metalworking

Metalworking might seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be with our guides and how-tos.

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How to Forge a Knife From an Old Railroad Spike

Forge something new from something old.

Learn MIG Welding Tips From a Pro

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


How to Build a DIY Radiator Cover

Give your old-fashioned radiators some style. It's really not that hard, even if you're new to DIY. We'll show you...


How to Cut Metal Roofing

Metal roofing is great for longevity, looks stylish and withstands the elements. Like any material, working with metal roofing requires...


Metal, Wood and More: Tools and Tips for All Kinds of Cuts

These will definitely get you out of a few jams.

12 Tips for Bending Metal with a Bending Brake

A metal brake is the tool for bending custom metal flashing and decorative trim. Every siding contractor and most roofers...


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How To Remove Rust from Metal

Learn three ways how to remove rust from metal and two ways to prevent rust from coming back

How to Connect Gas Pipe Lines

Use the correct fittings for a safe gas hook-up


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How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

It's easy when you know what you're doing!


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How to Drive Screws Perfectly

For such a simple task, it's surprising how many things can go wrong when you drive screws. Stripped screw heads,...


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How to Join Dissimilar Pipes

Avoid leaks and corrosion at pipe transitions

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Soldering Copper Pipe

Tips and techniques you need to know


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Jigsaws: How to Use and Cut With a Jigsaw

Use a versatile jigsaw tool to cut lumber, plywood, metal and tile.


How to Build a Welding Table

Admit it: You’ve always wanted to learn how to weld. This easy project will teach you how.


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Painting on Rusted Metal: What to Know

Get rid of the rust before you paint.


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How to Choose and Use Concrete Fasteners, Masonry Screws

Modern solutions for fastening wood and metal to concrete

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Metal Studs: How to Use and Frame With Metal Studs

Tools and techniques for building basement and partition walls with steel studs.


How to Patch Dents in a Metal Door

Make dents disappear from your metal doors.


How to Use an Angle Grinder

Angle grinders are versatile tools that can grind metal and cut tile, stucco and pavers, rout out mortar, plus they...


How to Use Tin Snips to Cut Sheet Metal

Tools and techniques for cutting sheet metal


5 Must-Have Drill Attachments

These five gadgets are proven timesavers and problem solvers


Join Galvanized Pipe to Copper Pipe

Prevent metal pipe corrosion with special dielectric nipples


Repair Damaged Nuts and Bolts

Restore stripped threads quickly with a rethreading kit


How to Use a Bandsaw: Essential Bandsaw Tips & Tricks

Anyone can figure out how to cut simple curves with a bandsaw. But these tips, from a seasoned bandsaw expert,...


Sharpening Knives, Scissors and Tools

13 expert sharpening tips and tools to make the job easier - no more dull DIY and garden tools!

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