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DIY Tool Tips

DIY Tool Tips for beginners. How to Get Started or Beginner Tips for Power Tools and common tools in a Home Owners Garage.

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4 Easy Ways To Safely Cut Small Pieces Of Wood On A Miter Saw

May 5, 2023May 4, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of examples of small pieces of wood cut with a miter saw.

How to cut small pieces of wood on a Miter Saw. EASY GUIDE that keeps fingers SAFE. With video for cutting small wood pieces without a jig.

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Quick & Easy Replacement Velcro Pad For Orbital Sander: Steps & Video

January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a Velcro Orbital Sander Pad before replacement.

Easy steps to install a replacement Velcro pad for orbital sanders. Works on most orbital sanders: Dewalt, Bosch, Hitachi, Ryobi and more.

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How to Sharpen A Chainsaw With A Dremel Sharpening Kit: Easy Steps & Video

February 6, 2023January 21, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a Dremel Sharpening Kit being used to sharpen a chainsaw chain (or chainsaw blade).

Wondering how to sharpen a chainsaw chain (blade) with a Dremel Sharpening Kit? Here’s a QUICK Guide, EASY TO FOLLOW Video & HELPFUL FAQs.

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11 Best Beginner Tips to Use the Dewalt Hand Planer

July 17, 2022March 23, 2020 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of someone using a Dewalt electric hand planer. In a post with tips and tricks for beginners.

The best tips and tricks for how to use the Dewalt Hand Planer, or other electric hand planers, as a beginner. Easy Guide and Video!

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Stephanie Abbott has been remodeling homes, updating & building furniture, and working on DIY home maintenance and cleaning tips for over 20 years. Her DIY YouTube channel has had more than 12 million views. Her remodeling has been featured in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine.

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