Tools & Hardware
Whether you’re a dedicated woodworker or weekend DIY enthusiast, every homeowner needs a place to work. Watch this video to find out how to design a workshop for your home, from wiring and lighting to workbenches and dust collection.
Choosing the right cabinet hinge can be a daunting task, with many different options available, depending on the type of cabinets and doors you have. Read our homeowner’s cabinet hinge guide to help you decide which kind of hinge is right for your cabinets.
Watch this video to find out how to protect electronic devices – such as smartphones, tablet computers, and calculators – from dust and glue in the workshop by sealing them in a plastic storage bag.
There’s nothing like a lawn or garden gift to cheer up the gardener on your Christmas or birthday shopping list. With choices ranging from rain barrels to designer tools, you’re sure to find something to please everyone on your list. Read on to find out about our top ten gardening gift ideas for 2011.
We’ve got some cool tools for all the do-it-yourselfers on your Christmas or birthday shopping lists, from hammers and saws to cordless screwdrivers and sharpeners. With prices from under $10 to over $100, you’re sure to find something for every DIYer on your list! Read on to find out more.
From flat wiring and tankless water heaters to engineered ceramic tile and soundproofing drywall, we take a look at a range of innovative products for your home from the International Builders’ Show. Watch this video to find out more.
Turning sink faucet shutoff valves on or off can be difficult, since the valves are often hard to reach in the back of kitchen or bath cabinets. This homemade extension handle, made from PVC pipe, will make your plumbing jobs a little easier. Watch this video to find out how.
When gluing wood or other materials, it’s important to spread the glue evenly over the surface for maximum adhesion and less waste. Watch this video to see how to make a simple, homemade glue spreader for your workshop.
