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  • Woman looking at her phone while standing in her garage
    By Jane LaCroix 12 hours ago

    3 Free Perks Harbor Freight Shoppers Should Know About

    Shopping for tools can feel overwhelming, unless you take advantage of Harbor Freight's free resources. They can help your shop smarter and even spend less.

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  • Person using a hacksaw to cut metal
    By Melanie Dawn 2 days ago

    Your Hacksaw Blades Can Do A Lot More Than Cut Metal

    Instead of tossing those worn-out workshop blades, consider transforming them into surprisingly useful DIY tools for cutting, measuring, crafting, and more.

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  • Person sanding a ceiling with a sanding sponge after covering texture
    By Sheila Kim 4 days ago

    Ditch The Heavy Sanding: There's A Smarter Way To Smooth A Textured Ceiling

    Sanding is hard to avoid when skim-coating a textured ceiling, but this DIYer-friendly product makes it easy to get a smooth finish while reducing drywall dust.

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  • Person holding wallpaper up to the wall
    By Shelley Frost 4 days ago

    Trade In The Wallpaper: There's An Easier Way To Decorate Your Walls

    You can give your walls a unique and beautiful new look with this super affordable alternative to wallpapers. It takes less time, and requires fewer tools.

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  • Knife on a wooden cutting board
    By Britt Franklin 4 days ago

    There's No Need For Metal Files: Here's An Easier Way To Sharpen Knives

    While metal files require careful handling and the right angle, this option takes the hassle out of sharpening knives. You don't even need to hold the knife.

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  • Young woman browsing different shower curtain patterns at store
    By Gwen Swanson 5 days ago

    Easily Upcycle Thrifted Curtains Into A Chic Backyard Privacy Screen

    Privacy screens for backyards can be really expensive. This DIY hack offers you a ridiculously cheaper, renter-friendly option, using thrift curtains.

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  • A woman in a red t-shirt opening gingham blinds in a wooden cabin
    By Danielle Valente 5 days ago

    Ditch Curtains And Blinds: A Stylish Way To Cover Windows Without Blocking Light

    This customizable and affordable alternative to blinds and curtains offers the benefits of privacy and light but with a vibrant, retro-style twist.

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  • Using a control app in a modern garage
    By Ron Baker 8 days ago

    22 Smart Gadgets That Will Add Convenience And Ease To Your Garage

    The garage is an essential part of any home... but it seems to have been neglected in the recent automation craze. Here are 22 gadgets to make things easier.

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  • Woman painting a wall using a paintbrush
    By Melanie Dawn 9 days ago

    Forget Skim Coating: An Easier Way To Smooth Walls Before Painting Or Wallpapering

    Painting or wallpapering breathes new life into walls, but it also highlights imperfections. Rather than messy skim coating, this process is quick and clean.

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  • A wall socket with the red LED light on
    By Sakshi Khaitan 11 days ago

    What Does The Red Light On An Outlet Mean?

    At some point, you might notice that the red light on one of your outlets goes from green to red, and you're probably wondering what that means.

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  • A bench grinder and an angle grinder mounted in a cutoff jig
    By Ron Baker 14 days ago

    Bench Grinder Or Angle Grinder: Which Tool Sharpens Better?

    Whether you're sharpening a lawn mower blade or chisel, you're probably wondering whether a bench grinder or angle grinder is right for the job.

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  • A woman holds a shovel against a sunny background
    By Ron Baker 15 days ago

    Skip Metal Files: There's A Quicker Way To Sharpen An Old Shovel

    Keeping your old shovel or spade sharp is more important than you might think. And, a metal file isn't the best way. Try this easy tool for sharpening a shovel.

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  • A person using a drill with a screwdriver attached
    By Chris Deziel 17 days ago

    Ditch The Screwdriver: Easily Remove Stripped Screws With A Drill Attachment

    Stripping a screw head driver — that slot screwdrivers go into — is so frustrating. This specialized drill tip and a nail punch gets you out of your fix.

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  • Woman marking up walls with blue painter's tape
    By Emily Kammerlohr 18 days ago

    Light Blue Painter's Tape Vs. Dark Blue: What's The Difference?

    Discover the differences between light blue and dark blue painter's tape. The shade indicates its adhesive qualities, depending on the tape brand.

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  • Dryer vent about to be cleaned by drill brush attachment
    By Ryan Cashman 19 days ago

    No Heavy Lifting: How To Clean A Dryer Vent With A Drill Attachment

    Cleaning your dryer vent is one of the most important yet most annoying chores. This drill attachment tool takes the fuss out of vent cleaning.

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  • Bright sun shining through a paned window
    By Sophia Beams 20 days ago

    This Hack To Darken A Room Without Blinds Or Curtains Could Crack Your Window

    While there may be a viral trend to cut the light from your room without curtains, the process could leave some damaging effects due to heat.

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  • Two people painting a room using a paint roller
    By Jennifer Davis 22 days ago

    The Smart Paint Roller That Seems Useful But Is A Waste Of Money

    Who doesn't love a tool that makes painting faster, more precise, and less of a hassle? While this product promises all of that, most users say otherwise.

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  • Woman pulling out a knife from her knife stand
    By Derek Rose 24 days ago

    Skip The Finishing Stone: Sharpen Kitchen Knives With An Affordable Amazon Find

    Unlike a finishing stone, which requires time and a lot of technique, this Amazon find sharpens dull kitchen knives in seconds for less than $20.

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  • Woman holding paint samples with multiple swatches taped to an interior wall
    By Erika Dale 25 days ago

    Overthinking My Home Isn't A Flaw — It Actually Made Me A Better Interior Designer

    It may seem like a curse, but decision paralysis can be an unexpected gift. Learn why one design pro says to embrace experimentation in your home's design.

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  • Gloved male hand using a screwdriver to tighten the legs of a table
    By Sakshi Khaitan 26 days ago

    Turn A Common Kitchen Tool Into A Makeshift Screwdriver In A Pinch

    When you can't find a screwdriver, head to the kitchen for this common tool. It isn't ideal for stuck fasteners but works great in a pinch for Phillips screws.

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  • two people measuring a wall together
    By Erika Dale 26 days ago

    Move Over, Expensive Remodels: This Cheap Amazon Find Will Score You The Look Of Custom Trim

    Easy to install and offering countless customization possibilities, this cheap decorative addition from Amazon is a smarter way to get the look of custom trim.

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  • Woman disassembling an old oak cabinet
    By Chris Deziel 26 days ago

    Skip The Paint: There's A Better Way To Restore Oak Cabinets Using A Laundry Staple

    You likely already use this cleaning product to wash your clothes. Turns out, it can also revive old oak cabinets by removing stubborn stains and discoloration.

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  • Midcentury property with a black asphalt driveway
    By Ryan Cashman 1 month ago

    Forget Asphalt Driveways: 5 Alternatives That Are No-Brainers For Durability And Style

    Asphalt driveways are a common go-to, but they eventually fade and crack. These five alternatives are much more stylish and often more durable, too.

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  • hands cutting a plastic bottle
    By Christy Rae Ammons 1 month ago

    Turn Old Plastic Bottles Into A DIY Air Conditioner To Beat The Summer Heat

    Don't have air conditioning to keep your home cool this summer? There's a clever way to create your own DIY version with plastic bottles and a fan.

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  • Woman spreading out small blanket to fold
    By Kathleen Shipman 1 month ago

    Not Baskets, Not Shelves: A Smart Dollar Tree DIY For Storing Blankets Or Towels

    Bogged down by too many linens and not enough space? Head over to Dollar Tree and DIY yourself a genius way to store your blankets and towels.

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  • Woman holding a drill with a toolbox and other tools in the foreground
    By Shelley Frost 1 month ago

    Your Drill Can Do A Lot More Than Just Make Holes

    Your drill is a pretty versatile tool... and we're not talking for making holes and screwing nails. Here are some other ways you can use them in your home.

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  • A large, dated kitchen with oak floors and cabinets
    By Danielle Valente 1 month ago

    Skip Paint: There's A Smarter DIY To Update Red Oak Cabinets

    This DIY hack involves complementing, rather than removing, the hues of red oak cabinets, while adding some warmth into your space without a costly reno.

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