Tools, Gear and Equipment

The Family Handyman editors share everything about the best tools, gear and equipment for DIYers.

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    Tips for Measuring a Chainsaw Bar and Chain

    If you need to buy a new chainsaw bar or chain, it's important to find the perfect fit. Here's how...


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    Always Score Your License Plate Sticker with a Razor — Here’s Why

    This trick could prevent thieves from taking your tags.


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    How to Clean an Outdoor Rug

    Your outdoor rug should be cleaned just like an indoor rug or carpet. Here’s how to do it.


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    What Are Packing Cubes And How to Use Them on Your Next Travel?

    If you'd like to spend less time rummaging through your luggage and more time enjoying your vacation, give packing cubes...


    10 Best Bike Tools to Always Have On Hand, According to Experts

    A no-nonsense guide to bike tools that will help you conquer basic bike maintenance at home.


    How Long Can You Run a Generator When the Power Goes Out?

    Homes that experience extended outages from storms and public service shutoffs need auxiliary power. Are standby generators up to the...


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    How To Put Together a Toolkit for a New Homeowner

    Here are the tools you'll need for easy updates, simple maintenance tasks and unexpected repairs.


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    How To Use Grow Bags in Your Garden

    You may have seen them on TV or at the garden center. Now it’s time to add grow bags to...

    5 Best Car Steam Cleaners of 2024

    Keep your car looking and smelling like new with one of these top-rated car steam cleaners.


    Treat Dad to Dependable, Durable Carhartt Workwear for Father’s Day

    Shop our Carhartt Father's Day gift guide and score the perfect present for DIY-loving dads.


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    What Gauge String Trimmer Line To Use

    String trimmers quickly trim and edge your lawn, cut weeds and clear brush. Using the right size and type line...


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    What Type of Oil Is Best for a Chainsaw?

    Chainsaw oils are essential to keeping your chainsaw running well. Understanding the different types of oils can help you choose...


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    Why Won’t My Gas-Powered Pressure Washer Start?

    A pressure washer can clean lots of outdoor surfaces, but it's not much good if it won't start. Here's how...


    A Full Guide to Car Pressure Washing

    Here's how to pressure wash your car without damaging it.


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    11 Essential Tools DIYers Should Always Buy on Amazon

    Looking to build your tool collection? Check out this selection of essentials, all currently great buys on Amazon!


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    How to Get Cat Pee Out of Clothes and Its Smell Too

    You love your cat, but don't love cat pee or its smell. Find out how to get cat pee out...


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    Roof Racks: What To Know Before You Buy

    If you have more hobbies than space inside your vehicle, you may need to invest in a roof rack.

    7 Best Microfiber Cleaning Cloths of 2024

    Lightweight and chemical-free, the best microfiber cleaning cloths leave surfaces squeaky clean and shiny.


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    7 Best Pressure Washer Attachments and Accessories

    Want to enhance your pressure washer game? These eight pressure washer attachments turn a great tool into a can't-live-without-it workhorse.


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    How to Make and Install a Flushmount Sink and Countertop

    Save on countertops by making them yourself with the luxury option of an undermount sink.


    4 Best Ways to Blow Up Pool Floaties

    Don't let a bunch of uninflated pool toys deflate your summer fun. Here are some of the best ways to...


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    How To Find Affordable Lumber

    Most DIYers suffered severe sticker shock at lumber prices during the pandemic. Here are six tips to help you find...


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    8 Lawn Mower Brands To Consider

    Here are some of the most trusted brands of lawnmowers for DIYers, whether you have your first home with a...

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    Pressure Washer Repair and Troubleshooting

    From bad gas to blocked nozzles, there's a lot that can go wrong. Here's how to diagnose and fix your...


    How to Repair a Garden Hose

    Fix leaky garden hoses quickly and cheaply.


    7 Versatile Weed Wacker Parts and Attachments

    Turn your string trimmer into an entirely different tool with these game-changing attachments.


    The Best Deals at Backcountry’s Biannual Sale–Up to 60% Off Patagonia, Carhartt, Yeti, The Nor...

    Your outdoor adventure awaits! Save big on the gear you need during this huge Backcountry sale.


    The 8 Best Lawn Mower Attachments

    Your lawn mower can do so much more than cut grass. These lawn mower attachments will add new functionality to...


    Winterize Your Irrigation System With This Handy $15 Device

    Winterizing your irrigation system each fall can set you back some serious money if you pay a service to...