Tools & Equipment

Tools & Equipment

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Tune up a circular-saw

You don’t have to take your circular saw to the shop for a tune-up; we’ve brought the shop to you. Learn how to extend the life of your saw ...more

How to tune up a circular-saw
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Replace a circular-saw switch and cord

This video demonstrates how to replace the trigger switch and cord on a HD77 Skill Saw, but the technique he uses could apply to just about ...more

How to replace a circular-saw switch and cord
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Bend sheet metal without a brake

The bend won’t be quite as sharp, but suitable bends can be made for many construction projects without using a brake. This video will show ...more

How to bend sheet metal without a brake
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Make a story stick

Kitchen cabinets have multiple pieces that must fit together like a jigsaw puzzle. A story stick will help keep the measurements accurate ...more

How to make a story stick
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Mix concrete in a wheelbarrow

A simple wheelbarrow, a stiff rake, and a reliable process transform the task of mixing concrete from back-breaker to no-brainer. Watch and ...more

How to mix concrete in a wheelbarrow
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Make a cut bucket

A new or used gallon paint can with the rim cut off makes a perfect container to load your brush from. There's no rim to get in the way when ...more

How to make a cut bucket
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Use a crosscut sled

A crosscut sled not only increases the safety of working with a tablesaw, it also increases the versatility of the tool itself. When you ...more

How to use a crosscut sled
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Accurately use a tape measure

Not all tapes are created equal, so here are a few tips for making accurate measurements. “Measure twice and cut once,” is the mantra of all ...more

How to accurately use a tape measure
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Spray three-dimensional objects

If you want to spray finish objects at home, it's pretty easy to make a good set-up. This video will quickly show you how to set up your ...more

How to spray three-dimensional objects
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Choose between two Mortise chisels

This video will help you understand when to use which chisel. It compares the chopping power of wide-blade mortise chisels with stout sash ...more

How to choose between two Mortise chisels
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Tune up your tablesaw

Contributing editor Roland Johnson demonstrates how to set up a tablesaw so that the blade is parallel to the miter slot and fence and ...more

How to tune up your tablesaw
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Select the proper shovel

With the multitude of shovels on the market, picking one that is right for you isn't always easy. This video helps show you how to choose ...more

How to select the proper shovel
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Use and maintain a portable electric sander

In this video series, learn how to operate one of those tools. Our expert will demonstrate how to use and maintain an electric sander. He'll ...more

How to use and maintain a portable electric sander
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Use an electric grass trimmer

In this landscaping video series, learn how to use an electric grass trimmer from expert Jon Olson. Jon will give you general safety ...more

How to use an electric grass trimmer
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Make backup copies of your keys

Have you ever lost your house or car keys? Kipkay will show you how to make a backup copy of your keys just using a scanner.

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Use a handheld grinder

In this how-to video series, learn how to use a handheld grinder from professional welder and fabrication specialist Terry Leafty.

How to use a handheld grinder
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Use and maintain a yard edger

In this series of videos, you will learn more about lawn edger maintenance. You will learn about various types of edgers, and how to clean ...more

How to use and maintain a yard edger
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Use and maintain a weed eater

In this series of videos, you will learn more about weed eater maintenance. You will learn about various types of weed eaters, and how to ...more

How to use and maintain a weed eater
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Maintain a pressure washer

In this series of videos you'll learn how to properly use and maintain a pressure washer. Expert Matthew Christian shows you various types ...more

How to maintain a pressure washer
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Use a high limb chainsaw

In this how-to video series, learn how to use a high limb chainsaw from building and landscaping expert Matthew Christian. Matthew will ...more

How to use a high limb chainsaw
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