Safety Tips Every DIYer Should Know
By , This Old House magazine
Illustration: Edwin Fotheringham
Protect Yourself
The ability to tile a tub surround, replace an outlet, or fix a drooping gutter on your own may leave you feeling invincible. But being a whiz in the workshop doesn’t exclude you from the reality that two of every 10 homeowners who tackle a DIY project this year will wind up injured. Before you pick up any more tools—power or otherwise—take note of the following tips.