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What Is It? | Black Inflatable Square
When general contractor Tom Silva brings one of his unique tools to the shop, the crew makes a few guesses at what it might be. Here’s how it went.
How to Remove a Stripped Allen Screw
Allen screws are secure, discrete, and provide plenty of grip—until they don’t. Once they strip, removing them can feel impossible. It helps to know a few tricks. These six tips will show you how to remove a stripped Allen screw with ease.
All About Attachment Capable String Trimmers
While it may look like an ordinary string trimmer, the unique shaft design allows DIYers to swap in different attachments, turning one machine into a lawn and garden maintenance multitool. Here’s what you need to know about the Swiss Army knife you should stock in your shed.
All About Multimeters: How To Use, Monitor, and Calibrate
A multimeter is a useful tool that can measure voltage for basic electrical work. Read our guide to learn how to use a multimeter as part of your next do-it-yourself project.
Our 7 Best Tool Brand Picks (2024 Guide)
This guide to the best power tool brands covers top choices for value, performance, cordless tools, corded tools, warranties and more.
Tool Talk: The Casts’ New Tool Favorites
Host Kevin O’Connor meets most of the crew back at the shop to talk about their new favorite tools that they’ve recently discovered.
5 Best Utility Knives (2023 Guide)
You can use a utility knife for various household tasks, from opening boxes to installing carpets. Here are the top utility knives on the market.
Our 5 Best Drywall Anchor Picks (2024)
You can use drywall anchors to hang items from your wall when you can’t find a stud. Here are the best drywall anchors available.
What to Expect at the National Hardware Show (2024)
As hundreds prepare to travel to Las Vegas in preparation for the National Hardware Show, we caught up with a few brands exhibiting to get a sneak peek. Here is a list of items we’re excited about seeing in person.
Tool Lab | Shop Vacuums
This Old House master carpenter Nathan Gilbert shares his favorite tips for choosing and using shop vacuums.
Our 5 Best DeWalt Cordless Tool Picks (2024)
Check out our roundup of the best DeWalt tools that offer power, performance, and a good value for the price.
Our 5 Best Drill Bits for Metal Picks (2024 Guide)
Metal requires specific drill bits you might not already have in your tool collection. Here are our top picks for the best drill bits for metal.
5 Best Cordless Impact Wrenches (2024 Guide)
Cordless impact wrenches are maneuverable tools used for automotive repairs, construction work, and more. Here are the top cordless impact wrenches available.
5 Best Battery Chainsaws (2023 Guide)
Battery chainsaws are quieter and lighter than gas-powered models, making them good for small projects. Here are our top battery chainsaw picks.
5 Best Table Saws (2023 Guide)
Table saws are ideal for cutting large pieces of wood and other materials, such as aluminum, quickly and precisely. Here are our picks for the best table saws.
Best Electric Screwdrivers (2024 Guide)
Electric screwdrivers efficiently insert or remove screws from almost any item. Here are the best electric screwdrivers on the market today.
How To Choose and Use Oscillating Multi-Tools
TOH carpenter Nathan Gilbert shares expert tricks for using and selecting oscillating multi-tools and how to choose the right blades for various projects.
5 Best Reciprocating Saws (2024 Guide)
See our guide to the best reciprocating saw for cutting through cut through wood, metal, drywall, or a combination of materials.
How To Choose the Right Level for the Job
General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor everything he needs to know about choosing the right level for the task at hand.
Tool Lab: Compact Table Saws
This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert offers advice on choosing and using compact table saws.
Simple Guide to Table Saw Safety
General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor the features and techniques required to stay safe when using a table saw.
Our Favorite Products Seen at the National Hardware Show 2024
Each year hundreds of manufacturers from around the world fill the halls of the National Hardware Show with a bevy of new innovations and updated products. Tucked between the gadgets and gizmos, some of which you can never imagine buying, are products aimed at making a DIYer’s life easier and less frustrating. We walked every inch of the Las Vegas Convention Center’s 600,000-square-foot hall to find the best products at the show.
New Home Products to Help You Tackle Your To-do List
Check out the latest tools and home-improvement products to help you tackle your to-do list.
30 Best Tools (2024 Guide)
It’s good to keep various tools in your home in case you need to make repairs. Here are the best tools to have on hand.
How Do Laser Levels Work?
This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert shares how laser levels work.
The 6 Best Pro-Grade Tools at Home Depot
When it comes to tools, contractors look for power, reliability, and helpful details that finish the job faster. Here are a few products that are worth a spot in your truck or workshop.
5 Best Socket Organizers (2024 Guide)
Instead of throwing your sockets into drawers, use an organizer to keep them in one convenient location. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best socket organizers on Amazon.
6 Best Socket Sets (2024 Guide)
A socket set gives you a wide variety of tools to choose from when you’re working on home improvement projects. If you’re a DIYer who fastens a lot of nuts and bolts for home improvement projects, read our guide to the best socket sets.
6 Best Stud Finders (2024 Guide)
The ideal stud finder includes precise detection, quick calibration, and an alert system. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best stud finders on the market to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home.
Our 7 Best Multimeter Picks (2024)
Multimeters measure the voltage, resistance, and current of a wiring circuit. In this review, we look at the best multimeters on the market to help you find the one that’s right for you.
5 Best Miter Saws (2024 Guide)
A miter saw is a woodworking tool that makes precise, angled cuts. In this review, our team looks at the latest and best miter saws to help you find the perfect fit for your workshop.
5 Best Angle Finders (2024 Review)
Angle finders allow users to make accurate angled cuts. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best angle finders on Amazon to help you find the one that’s right for you.