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Women using orange cordless drill to drill hole into white wall of living room with shelves and plants in background

Master drilling into plasterboard to prevent cracks and damage for clean holes

By Steve Jenkins published

Drilling into plasterboard sounds like a simple exercise, but it's not as straightforward as you think. Here we tell you how to get it right

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Silver metal drill drilling into sheet metal with shards of swarf around the drill bit

Get expert insight into drilling into metal for clean, smooth and accurate holes

By Steve Jenkins published

Discover pro tips, techniques, and the essential tools required for drilling into different metals

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Main in glasses with dark hair rubbing down wall ready for painting

How to repair peeling paint for a quick makeover and a fresh new finish

By Steve Jenkins published

Say goodbye to ugly, unwanted peeling paint with these smart tips on techniques and tools

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The Best Reciprocating Saws guide

Get power, precision and performance with the 5 best reciprocating saws for DIYers

By Hugh Metcalf last updated

The best reciprocating saws are handy tools to have for use around your next build or DIY project. Here are 5 of the best

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Hand holding skirting board and using a coping saw to scribe the end

Learn what a coping saw is and why it’s an essential for your DIY toolkit

By Steve Jenkins last updated

Discover the answer to what is a coping saw, find out what jobs it’s good for, what it can cut and which blades you need for different DIY projects

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Blue Makita circular saw cutting through plank of wood with blurred offcut falling off

5 circular saw uses that every DIYer should know about to help make sure your next project is a success

By David Hilton last updated

Circular saw uses go beyond just woodworking. Discover how you can use a circular saw to get the most out of your next DIY project with our guide

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Hand with screwdriver removing screw from window handle on a white UPVC window

Quickly learn how to replace a window handle with advice from the pros

By Steve Jenkins published

Try these easy-to-follow steps to remove an old window handle and replace it with a new one

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How to avoid drilling into wires: Know your electrics and use a wire detector

By Pete Wise published

We asked a tool brand and an electrician for their best tips on ensuring you do not drill into hidden wires in your walls, from using a wire detector to assessing your household circuitry.

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Wooden handled tenon saw laying on wooden background

What is a tenon saw used for, and how does it differ from other saw types? Here you’ll find the answers to six common questions

By Steve Jenkins last updated

You’ve heard the name but what is a tenon saw used for? We take a look at what a tenon saw is, what materials it can cut and reveal why it has a brass back

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Person in white overalls kneeling down on clean white dust sheets with roller in hand, adding white paint from a black paint scuttle

I never start a decorating project without this £9 Amazon buy by my side — this is why you need to add one to your tool collection

By Steve Jenkins published

If you want to speed up your paint projects, make less mess and work like a pro, then investing in a paint scuttle is a must

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