Tools How To & DIY
Improve the value of your home by discovering our tools step-by-step tips & ideas.
How to Use a Chainsaw
Safe and efficient cutting techniques with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook and chainsaw expert Tim Ard.
Jigsaw 101: How to Use the Shoe to Cut a Beveled Curve
Pro tips on cutting curved scribe lines at an angle
Jigsaw 101: How to Make a Plunge Cut
Pro tips on cutting into the center of your material
Jigsaw 101: How to Cut Shapes
Pro tips on making tight-angle or curve cuts
Jigsaw 101: How to Use the Speed Setting
Pro tips on maintaining speed and control when cutting
Jigsaw 101: How to Use the Orbital-Action Setting
Pro tips on setting the blade to cut through different materials
Impact Driver 101: How to Use the Power Selection Switch
Pro tips on matching the power level to the fastener
How to Choose an Eco-Friendly Lawn Mower
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook discusses options and features of non-gasoline-powered mowers.
Choosing & Using Random Orbit Sanders
How do you use an orbital sander? What’s the difference between an orbital sander vs palm sander? Learn about the tool that takes the hassle out of sanding wood.
How to Choose and Use a Level
From the basic bubble model to high-tech laser gadgets, here’s what you need to know about how to choose and use the right level for your project.
Choosing and Using a Random-Orbit Sander
The tool that takes the hassle out of sanding wood
Choosing and Using Hand Planes
Plane tools are the best tool for smoothing and shaping wood. Here is why you would use one and the types available.