Tools, Gear and Equipment

The best paint thinner makes paint easier to apply, cleans brushes and rollers, wipes up spills and splatters and degreases...

Not every painting project is the same, and your brushes shouldn't be either. Here are the best paint brushes for...

Pressure washing a dirty surface can be satisfying to watch, but that doesn't mean it's good for your roof.

Get the answers to your questions about the best paint strippers—what they are, how they work and which are best...

Giving your router a break can do more than just speed up your Internet connection.

Discover what professional housepainters have known for years: Paint buckets can save you time and effort on your next painting...

Every small gasoline engine has a spark plug, and this key component requires periodic inspection and testing. Learn how to...

Back in the day, people stored their bread in a special box in the kitchen or pantry. Relive those days...

It's the fuzziest tool in your DIY stash, and we'll help you choose the right paint roller and cover for...

All small engines have a spark plug, and cleaning spark plugs from time to time helps keep your equipment running...

Round out your DIY gear collection with these must-haves.

Feeling extravagant? Here are our editors’ favorite splurge-worthy tools.

Scroll saws are accessible to every skill level, but they provide different levels of detail. Find out which kind you...

WD-40 is well known as a lubricant, but it has a ton of other game-changing applications around the house. Here...

Taking accurate measurements is essential to any DIY project. We've gathered our favorite tips and tricks to take your measuring...

These cozy, cold-weather items will keep you warm and snug all season long.

Here's a quick and easy project to manage messes and spills.

A pressure wash can serve a valuable role in home maintenance, but don’t get carried away! Pressure washing can do...

You can't get much done on a jobsite without extension cords. These field-tested tips for storing and using those cords...

Need a DIY idea for Valentine's Day? We've got you covered.

The Home Depot is bringing some major upgrades to its loyalty program for pro customers.

Ace Hardware delivers quality materials in convenient locations. But savvy shoppers know there are always tricks to get a little...

According to the nation's leading consumer watchdog, you should avoid these underwhelming home items. But don’t worry—we've got some great...

We sifted through thousands of tips and selected a few that have been most useful on our own projects. Tuck...

Taping drywall can be a daunting task if you don't know the correct techniques. Get the tape coat just right...

Camping gear, magazines, boots…they can take over your house and garage! Here are some really clever ideas for storing your...

Unfortunately, tool myths keep you from making the best use of your tool collections, and end up slowing down projects...

All there is to know and love about this year's crop of paint Colors of the Year, plus ideas on...

Unless you understand both types of chainsaw oil and how to use them, your chainsaw won't work properly for long....