Home Improvement
Home improvement is much easier when you are well-informed. Learn about home improvement, home safety and home maintenance.
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What Are the Pros and Cons of Soapstone Countertops?
From Planters to Wall Art: 7 Cool Uses for Wooden Whiskey Barrels
How to Clean Your Dryer Vent
10 Awesome Uses for Duct Tape
Quartz vs. Granite: Which Countertops Are More Durable?
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How to Hang Wallpaper Border
5 Ways to Make My Home More Sustainable
10 Future Home Innovations ... That Weren't
How the Nest Learning Thermostat Works
What type of home office furniture should I look to buy?
How to Copy Two Pages onto One when Printing
10 Home Office Organization Tips
Touring the False Facades of New York City
10 Big Questions About Tiny Houses
10 Homes of the Future ... Today
9 Amazing Hacks for Aluminum Foil
5 Common Borax Uses Around the House
10 Uses for Cream of Tartar That Don't Involve Cooking
How the Adirondack Chair Became the Comfiest One You Can Own
How to Get Rid of Rats
English vs. French vs. Japanese: An International Garden Primer
How to Read a Tape Measure
How Jackhammers Work
10 Must-have Tools for Any Workshop
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Plumbing problems usually crop up when water is coming out the faucet or going down the drain. Learn to perform home repairs on sinks, tubs, and drains, and keep water flowing smoothly through your house.
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A bolt is a type of fastener that comes in a variety of types, including carriage bolts, stove bolts, and machine bolts. Learn more about bolts.
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Multipurpose glues encompass everything from school glue to epoxy. Find out which glue to use for which home repair in this helpful article.
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Electrical components in your home sometimes stop working because the flow of electricity has been interrupted. The electrical tools in this article will help you measure the current, locate interrupted connections, and clean blocked contacts.
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A power saw can be intimidating, but is actually easy and efficient to use. Learn about power saws and their uses, and determine when a power saw might be the right tool for you.
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Fasteners attach two materials or objects together, which makes them a necessary part of home repairs. Explore the world of fasteners. See how each type works and choose the right ones for your next project.
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To stick two materials together without putting a piece of metal through them, consider glues. Read about different types of adhesives, including multipurpose glues and those specially-designed for given surfaces.
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Every home repair project calls for an accurate measurement and a clear marking. Learn how measuring and marking tools will help you get the precise calculations you need to complete your project.
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Before you begin any home improvement project, be sure you have the appropriate tools for the job. Read about the different types of home repair tools available to you, and the purpose each serves.
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You can't select tools or plan out a repair until you know your materials. Read about the different kinds of materials you will encounter, and how to approach them in your home repair project.
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When working with plumbing, the usual tools may not help you with certain tasks, like turning large pipes or reaching tight locations. These plumbing tools will aid you in your next home plumbing repair.
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An electric sander removes material from a surface with much greater speed than sanding by hand. Learn more about sanders.
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A circular saw makes cuts in wood, metal, or plastic with a round, flat blade. Check out this article for tips on how to use this power saw.
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The saber saw uses a reciprocating motor that moves a small saw blade up and down. Learn more about how this versatile power saw works.
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A power drill features an electric motor that rotates a drill bit to make a hole. Learn all about this powerful all-purpose tool here.
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A hand drill is often overshadowed by the more popular power drill, but is still useful for applications such as woodworking. Learn more.
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Hammers come in a different varieties and head sizes. Learn about the most common - claw hammers - and many others on this page.
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A screwdriver has two common tip designs -- standard and Phillips. Every toolbox should have at least one of each. Learn about screwdrivers here.
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Pliers are a great tool to have around to help you grip an object and turn, bend, or otherwise manipulate it as needed. Learn all about pliers here.
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Apply paint the speedy way with an airless sprayer. Learn when and how to use this handy device in this article.
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A tape measure is a portable measurement device that is a must-have for any tool box. Find out how to safely use this measuring tool.
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A level is used to make something horizontal with the earth's surface. This handy tool can also measure vertical plumb. Learn about levels here.
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A chalk line makes it easy for anyone to draw a long, straight line. Learn how to use this marking device at HowStuffWorks.
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A stud finder is a valuable tool that makes the job of finding studs behind a wall very simple. Learn how this battery-operated electromagnet works.
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A crosscut saw is the best saw for cutting wood across the grain. This handsaw must be handled with care, so check out the tips here first.
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