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    How to Make Simple Mortise and Tenon Joints

    A guide to mortise and tenon joinery, a core technique of woodworking.

    Try This Hack for Building an Inexpensive Glass Panel Door

    Make a glass panel door yourself without breaking the bank.


    How to Build 4 Different Styles of Path Lights

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


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    We Tested This Internet Hack for Removing Wall Anchors

    Can you remove wall anchors with a corkscrew? Whether your corkscrew sits unused for months or sees action daily, here's...


    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 Build a Table Saw Crosscut Sled

    Make crosscuts on the table saw more accurately, repeatably and safely with a crosscut sled.


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    DIY 101: How To Properly Read a Tape Measure

    Reading a tape measure may not come naturally to most DIYers, but a few expert tips can make this all-important...

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    How to Clean Corroded Battery Terminals

    Car battery maintenance is an important part of keeping your vehicle running smoothly. Here's everything you need to know.


    How to Make a DIY Storage Ottoman

    Build this footstool and gain a perfect place to stow your stuff.


    How to Make and Install a Flushmount Sink and Countertop

    Save on countertops by making them yourself with the luxury option of an undermount sink.


    How to Assemble RTA Cabinets

    Assembling cabinetry is not as difficult as you might think. We'll show you how.

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    How to Sand Wood Faster

    Speed up your woodworking projects with these sanding tips


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    Video: How To Use a Jigsaw

    The jigsaw is a beginner-friendly, easy-to-use power saw. Learn how it works, all about the components and how to change...


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    What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

    When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....


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    What to Consider When Preparing Your Site for a Build

    Before you can start building a cabin or home, you need to prepare the site. Here are the steps for...


    How to Customize Garage Cabinets for More Storage

    Our garages are multitaskers. Vehicle storage, workshop, tool organizer and hangout space for friends and family. For this garage to...

    How To Build a 2-in-1 Workbench and Bar Top

    Add LEDs set in epoxy for a custom, high-tech work surface.


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    10 Best Plants for Hydroponic Gardens

    How does your garden grow? To its max potential, if you choose the easiest and best plants for hydroponics.


    How to DIY Laundry Shelves

    Convert your dreary basement laundry into a functional, organized and finished workspace.


    How to Keep Deer and Other Pests Away from Your Hostas

    Deer, rabbits and other animals love hostas just as much as gardeners. Here are some easy ways to keep these...


    How to Make Solar-Powered House Numbers

    Your dinner guests will never miss your house again once you install these solar-powered house numbers.


    DIY Home Inspection Tools

    Spot expensive problems before you make an offer on a new home


    How to Paint Concrete Floors

    Transform your concrete basement or garage floor with a fresh coat of paint.


    10 Brilliant Uses for Tennis Balls

    Tennis balls have many uses off the court. Check out these brilliant uses for tennis balls all around your home!


    Fix Wood Scratches with Walnuts

    Simply rub a walnut over a scratch in wood several times. Then, with your fingers rub the scratched area. That's...

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    Stripped Screw Hack: Use a Rubber Band to Grip Stripped Screws

    Place a wide rubber band in between the screw driver and the tripped screw head, then apply hard, but slow...


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    33 Ways You Haven’t Tried to Remove Super Glue

    Removing super glue is a hassle but if you act quickly you can reduce how long you're stuck to yourself...


    How to Paint Your Front Door

    Spruce up your house by painting your front door. It's an easy DIY project.


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    12 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $100

    A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $100 you can make some...


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    Should You Cut Wet Grass After it Rains?

    We address the age-old dilemma of whether to cut wet grass or wait until it dries.