Tools, Gear and Equipment

For woodworking and carpentry projects, you'll want the best miter saw you can afford. Here are eight of our favorites.

Depending on size and power source, log splitters can be handy home helpers or high-production workhorses. Here's help choosing the...

With the Snow Joe iON+ Cordless snow blower, you might actually look forward to clearing the driveway.

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

Tired of splitting wood with an axe? A relatively inexpensive wood splitter can turn your logs into firewood with a...

Spring-style hose clamps that secure hose connections can be tricky to remove. The right hose clamp pliers saves time, money...

Drills are for boring holes and driving fasteners, but they can do much more. Here's a rundown of the various...

Wondering how to pick out the best blade for your miter saw? Learn what makes a good miter saw blade,...

Working in wet conditions is tough, and there's no reason to make it worse by wearing wet boots! Here's a...

A garden spade is the go-to tool for many yard and garden tasks. But what makes one garden spade different...

Wood terminology can be mystifying. Avoid confusion at the lumber yard by familiarizing yourself with these woodworking materials.

From rookie woodworkers to seasoned pros, everyone wants the best wood chisels. These 5 options are a cut above the...

Simple to use and easy on your wallet, palm sanders provide the light touch needed for finish work. Here are...

Hammer drills allow you to work with tough materials more efficiently. We found the best options on the market, for...

Hammers are for pounding, but they don't all pound the same things. Know the types of hammers out there so...

Have an ugly dent on your vehicle that you'd like to repair? Save considerable time and money by investing in...

A long-time plumbing professional shares a look inside her toolbox.

Every DIYer's toolbox needs screwdrivers, but which ones? Here's a rundown of the screwdriver types you're most likely to need...

Does anyone like sanding? It's messy work, but when you have one of the best orbital sanders in your shop,...

A band saw is a versatile and powerful tool. If you're considering adding one to your shop, here's a list...

Wildfires, labor shortages and supply chain issues are making plywood harder to get and more expensive. Here's what you can...

DIY car maintenance and repair work is tough, but having the right automotive tools makes it much easier. Here are...

A professional home inspector provides a crash course in house health.

This reciprocating saw from Hart Tools is a powerful, all-in-one cutting tool with a brushless motor that DIYers will love.

With the right tools, changing your oil yourself is a breeze. These seven tools will make your oil change go...

Instead of throwing out your dull drill bits, use one of these handy drill bit sharpeners to keep them ready...

A dull chainsaw is not only inefficient but reduces the lifespan of the saw itself. The solution? A chainsaw sharpener....

Choosing the right interior wall paint for your next room refresh can save you time and money. Here are some...

A router tool shapes edges, cuts mortises and holes and makes cutouts and grooves. Here's a list of router types...