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Any home improvement endeavor will be simpler with good home improvement tools and materials. Become familiar with home improvement tools and materials.

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Finishing nails are used for the final touches in the home. Learn what the different sizes of finishing nails are in this article.

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A torque screwdriver can resemble a regular screwdriver or an electric drill. Learn what a torque screwdriver looks like from this article.

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A coping saw is a handsaw used for delicate tasks. Learn whether you can sharpen coping saw blades from this article.

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Router bits can be used for drilling projects. Learn more about using router bits for a drill from this article.

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Steel wool can catch fire easily, even when wet. Learn whether steel wool can catch fire in this article.

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A very fine grade of sandpaper can really make metal shine. Learn about whether you can polish metal with sandpaper from this article.

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You can sharpen steel circular saw blades yourself, but you'll have to get carbide-tipped blades sharpened by a professional. Learn whether circular saw blades can be sharpened in this article.

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Universal drill bits are available to make light work of a range of jobs. Find out more about universal drill bits from this article.

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You'll need different types of drill bits depending on the material in which you want to make a hole. Find out about drill bits for glass cutting in this article.

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Allen wrenches come in a wide range of sizes. Learn about allen wrench size charts from this article.

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Whether you're measuring inches or centimeters, reading a ruler is a pretty straightforward task.

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Super glue is strong glue that bonds almost instantly. Learn why super glue is so strong in this article.

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Whether you're drilling holes or screwing screws, power drills make finishing most home improvement jobs much faster. But what makes a power drill spin?

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Power tools make home improvements, repairs and maintenance that much easier -- if they work properly. Are you giving your power tools the care and attention they need to last you a lifetime?

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Got your sledgehammer in hand ready to tear down the wall between rooms that never made much sense to you? Well, unless you're willing to spend unwanted money on repairs, put the sledgehammer down.

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Have some paint around your house you just love, but aren't sure how to match paint color effectively? When paint chips fall short, a spectrophotometer can save the day! Read on to match colors without error.

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New products pop up on store shelves every day, but did you ever wonder what went into getting the latest and greatest invention slotted into place? Chances are there was a lengthy product evolution, most likely beginning with a prototype.

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Unlike the hammers and chisels collecting cobwebs in garages everywhere, these high-tech tools have worked on everything from revolving water slides to boxing robots.

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Because sandpaper comes in various grades of coarseness, it's important to know which type to select for your home repair job. Find tips on this page.

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There are many grades of steel wool on the market today. Check out this helpful article for details on the various uses for steel wool.

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Lumber can be tricky to understand because the sizes are a bit misleading. Learn about the nominal versus actual dimensions of lumber here.

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A wrench is a hand tool used to turn a bolt head or nut. Learn about wrenches, and choose the right one based on the size and shape of the fastener.

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A voltage tester is an essential tool to have when handling electrical wires. Learn about this simple tool and how it can help you with your next electrical project.

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A continuity tester is an easy-to-use electrical tool that will help you pinpoint problems in wires or components. Learn about continuity testers.

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Electrical contact cleaner is compressed air with a cleaning agent. It's great for cleaning food and grease off of electrical fixtures. Learn more about this helpful cleaner inside this article.

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