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4 power sanders picked by our experts

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6 speciality drill bits that you need in your... tool box

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A log splitter will change the way you chop... firewood

Outdoors

6 clever storage hacks for organizing your... workshop

General

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Do you have your workshop set up like an expert... DIYer?

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Cottage Q&A: Weekend packing tips

General

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7 DIY organization projects to tackle this weekend

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The ultimate nail gun buyer’s guide

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Save time and money by sharpening your own... chainsaw

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How to test your spirit level

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5 lumberjack tools that make handling firewood... easy

Outdoors

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Why you should have files and rasps in your tool... box

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Lending tools to your cottage neighbours

General

Weekly Hack: Clean rusty tools

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How to perfect your handsaw technique

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6 small, useful things you didn’t know you... needed in your workshop

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Get organized: 20 tips for creating a more... efficient workshop

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Why you should ditch your tape measure

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