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A person using a speed square.
BUYING GUIDE

Tools to Measure Angles

Save time and money but measuring and cutting angles right the first time

A person holding a digital caliper.
PROJECT GUIDE

How to Read Calipers

Difficulty Beginner
Time Under 2 hours

Calipers are precision measuring tools that will help you with your home improvement projects

A person using a small, handheld circular saw.
BUYING GUIDE

Best Circular Saw Blades for Your Project

Selecting the right blade will make your circular saw, miter saw or table saw even more versatile

A cordless impact driver resting on a board.
PROJECT GUIDE

How to Use an Impact Driver

Difficulty Beginner
Time Under 2 hours

The additional torque in an impact driver lets you drive long screws into hard material with ease

A Home Depot associate helping a customer with a tool rental.
INSPIRATION GUIDE

Our 5 Most Popular Tools You Didn’t Know You Could Rent

Discover home improvement tools available for rent at The Home Depot

A person welding stainless steel
PROJECT GUIDE

How to Weld Stainless Steel

Difficulty Advanced
Time 2-4 hours

Master stainless steel welding with this guide

A person measuring a piece of lumber with a tape measure.
BUYING GUIDE

Best Tape Measures

Get the most accurate measurements with the right tool for the job

PROJECT GUIDE

How to Remove a Stripped Screw

Difficulty Beginner
Time Under 2 hours

Learn how to remove a stripped screw

A person holding a board while using a hand saw to cut it.
PROJECT GUIDE

How to Use a Hand Saw

Difficulty Beginner
Time Under 2 hours

With no need for power, the convenience and portability of a hand saw make it a great cutting tool when used correctly

A person welding metal
BUYING GUIDE

Welding Tips: How to Prep for Any Welding Project

Learn how to start welding or improve your skills with these welding tips from The Home Depot

A person using a scroll saw to cut the shape of a deer.
PROJECT GUIDE

How to Use a Scroll Saw

Difficulty Beginner
Time Under 2 hours
A thin-bladed scroll saw lets you cut intricate and delicate curves into your woodworking projects
Click to see the different types of woodworking jigs.
BUYING GUIDE

What Is a Woodworking Jig

Save time on precise, repetitive tasks by using a woodworking jig
A portable air compressor in an unfinished room.
BUYING GUIDE

Best Air Compressors for Your Project

Get the right air compressor for all your pneumatic tools
A person cutting wood with a table saw.
PROJECT GUIDE

How to Use a Table Saw

Difficulty Beginner
Time Under 2 hours
Understand how to use a table saw safely with this guide.
A circular saw sits on a stack of wood.
BUYING GUIDE

Best Circular Saws for You

Find the right circular saw to use for a variety of projects
A reciprocating saw blade cutting through metal.
BUYING GUIDE

Best Reciprocating Saw Blades for Your Project

Choosing the right type of blade for the job helps get the most from your reciprocating saw
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PROJECT GUIDE

How to Use a Circular Saw

Difficulty Beginner
Time Under 2 hours
Get comfortable using a circular saw to take on many DIY projects
A video outlining the different types of wrenches.
BUYING GUIDE

Types of Wrenches

Explore different types of wrenches and learn which are most useful for various types of work
Cabinets and drawers with brushed nickel knobs and handles.
PROJECT GUIDE

How to Install Cabinet Handles

Difficulty Beginner
Time Over 1 day
Give your kitchen cabinets a new look by replacing the cabinet handles
Dust Collection System - Choosing the Right Dust Collection System
BUYING GUIDE

Best Dust Collection System for Your Workshop

Keep a clean and safe workspace by installing a debris and air filtration unit
Two cordless Ryobi drills with screws on a wooden panel
BUYING GUIDE

Best Power Drill for Your Projects

The versatility of a power drill fitted with the right bit might make it the most useful tool you own
Using a Router Safely
PROJECT GUIDE

How to Use a Router

Difficulty Intermediate
Time Under 2 hours
With a little practice, you can create smooth finished edges on your woodworking projects
A video reviews how to read a tape measure.
BUYING GUIDE

How to Read a Tape Measure

Use a tape measure properly so you can tackle your DIY projects with accuracy
Changing Table Saw Blades
PROJECT GUIDE

How to Change a Table Saw Blade

Difficulty Beginner
Time Under 2 hours
Safety is your primary concern when changing table saw blades
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