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The Best Portable Tool Box Options
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The Best Portable Tool Boxes, Tested

With the best portable tool box, you can organize your gear and keep it accessible, even on the go.

A group of the best cordless drill options sit with their cases and batteries on a set of wooden stairs
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The Best Cordless Drills for DIYers, Tested and Reviewed

We tested them so you don't have to. Discover which cordless drills landed on top.

The Best Cordless Reciprocating Saws Options
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The Best Cordless Reciprocating Saws, Tested

We tested today’s top reciprocating saws. Those who are looking for an all-around can-do saw will want to check out our lineup of the ones that performed the best.

A group of 11 finish nailers together before testing.
Reviews

The Best Finish Nailers for All Your Projects, Tested and Approved

Powered by air, battery, or gas cartridges, these trusty tools make quick work of trim, molding, and woodworking projects.

A group of the best cordless framing nailer options grouped together on wood risers
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The Best Cordless Framing Nailers, Tested

Buying a framing nailer is a heavy-duty decision—this guide will help you nail it down.

The Best Benchtop Planer Options
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The Best Benchtop Planers for DIY and Professional Projects, Tested

Benchtop thickness planers make quick work of smoothing and flattening wood boards. We tested the top models on the market—find out which ones aced our hands-on tests.

Several of the best screwdriver sets laid out together on a counter.
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The 10 Best Screwdriver Sets, Tested and Reviewed

The more jobs you tackle, the more value you’ll find in having multiple screwdrivers at your disposal. Learn about what to look for in a screwdriver set and explore some of the best for your next project.

Several of the best tool bags on a workbench outdoors before testing.
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The Best Tool Bags for Organizing and Protecting Your Gear, Tested

A good tool bag will make it easy to organize and transport your tool collection. We tested some of the best ones on the market to determine which are worth the investment.

Woman wearing a plaid shirt and yellow cleaning gloves wipes white kitchen cabinets with a cloth.
Interior

How to Remove Grease From Kitchen Cabinets

Cabinet doors are practically a magnet for sticky and unsightly grease stains, and it can be frustrating—and fruitless—to clean them without the proper supplies. Read on for three ways to tackle greasy residue.

A person tying the laces on the best work boots during testing.
Clothing & Gear

The Best Work Boots for Men and Women, Tested

Upgrade your workwear with boots that perform as hard as you do. These team-tested boots are durable and comfortable to keep your feet happy on the longest workdays.

A selection of the best brad nailers
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The 7 Best Brad Nailers Tested for Your Trim, Molding, or Cabinet Project

We tested today's top brad nailers in our woodshop. Before tackling a trim or woodworking project, find out how these popular tools fared in our hands-on testing.

A group of the best electric screwdriver options grouped together on a small wooden riser prior to testing.
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The Best Electric Screwdrivers, Tested

Save time and avoid hand fatigue on your next DIY project by investing in an electric screwdriver.

A group of the Best Cordless Drills Under $100 on a workbench before testing.
Building & Installing

The Best Cordless Drills Under $100 for Your DIY Projects

Add this essential tool to your workshop without overspending.

Woman smelling something foul from her kitchen sink.
DIY

How to Get Rid of Mildew and Mold Smells

A musty odor can be a sign that you have a mold or mildew problem. Here’s how to eliminate it with pantry staples or other easy-to-find products.

A group of 5 of the best robot mowers on a lawn before testing.
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The 6 Best Robot Lawn Mowers for Automated Maintenance, Tested

Why spend weekends pushing a loud gas mower and breathing exhaust fumes? Let one of these autonomous electric mowers do the work cleanly and quietly.

The 6 best solid deck stains next to a stained board during testing.
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The Best Solid Deck Stains to Protect and Revitalize, Tested

A solid stain can give a wooden deck new life by protecting it from water, UV rays, and mildew, ultimately extending its lifespan.

Three of the Best Coolers sitting on grass in a field
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The Best Coolers for BBQ’s, Beaches, Camping and More—Tested

Keep food and beverages safe and fresh at their ideal temperature in the portable, convenient cooler that suits your lifestyle, travel plans, and budget.

The Best Leaf Blowers Options
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The Best Leaf Blowers to Maintain Your Yard, Tested

Save the trouble of raking and make quick work of fallen leaves using a reliable leaf blower.

A group of the best leaf rakes options propped against a fence
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The Best Leaf Rakes to Keep Your Yard Looking Beautiful, Tested

Clean up leaves and dead grass in your yard with a sturdy, reliable rake built for the task.

Man cleaning a gutter with a long black vacuum
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The Best Gutter Cleaners, Tested and Reviewed

Don’t let blocked gutters wash your home’s value down the drain. Choose one of these top products for maintaining your gutters.