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Tools in Action has a variety of “How To’s” articles to help make your life easier.  Some of these articles are simple projects around your home, while other articles are How To’s for power tools and more.  We have simple tips and about keeping your lawn green to other articles such as how to seal concrete.  We even have articles about snowblower tune ups.  If you take a look at our Power Tool Forum, there are a ton of How To’s by professionals and very savvy homeowners.  If you are not part of the Tools in Action Crew, head over to the forum.  There are so many great people who are willing and eager to lend a hand and help walk you through various projects.  Do you have a How To that you want to share?  You can either post it on the forum or contact us and let us know.  Who knows, maybe your work will be on Tools in Action for the whole world to see.

Easy Folding Table Hack for a 10 Seat Dining Table for Your Christmas Party

Is it your year to host Christmas and you have no idea where everyone is going sit for dinner? Fortunately, one of our staffers...

Stamped Concrete Patio – How They Do It

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How to dispose of paint and other building materials

How to Dispose of Paint & Building Materials

Spring is here and so are the spring projects...along with the leftover paint and project scraps that go along with them. Before you just...

How to Change Media in a Water Softener

Media or resin is what is inside your water softener to make it function correctly and produce soft water.  A water softener is a...
Jack-o-lantern made with RYOBI Rotary Tool

Pumpkin Carving with the RYOBI Rotary Tool

Are you looking to one-up the neighbors with your pumpkin carving skills? Then you need to think outside the little $2.99 pack of pumpkin...

How To Shop For Power Drills For New Users

When looking at any new power tools, whether it be a power drill or anything else, the first question you should ask yourself is...

Household Emergencies – What to do

There are many household emergencies that take place all the time in homes throughout the world. Knowing what to do can save us money,...

Remote Control Vehicle – The best thing you and your son can do together.

When I was young I always wanted a grasshopper remote control car.   Unfortunately my dad had no real interest in doing things with...

How to Grill the Perfect Ribeye Steak for Christmas Dinner

Swap out the holiday ham for perfectly cooked ribeye steaks this Christmas. Monument Grills recipe for perfect ribeye steaks with hot butter gives your...

OneProjectCloser.com – How To Build A Concrete Patio

Ethan over at OneProjectCloser.com did a long write up on how to build a concrete patio.  It is not your normal write up, he...

Different Types of Wall Storage for Tools

Welcome to 2024! This is the year you vowed to keep your garage and workshop more organized, right? Then you're going to need a...

Reverse Osmosis – RO Systems

Installing a Reverse Osmosis (RO) system is rather easy.  But wait, what is a RO system and why would I want one in...

Water Leaks From Faulty Chimney Flashing.

We have heard quite a bit about water leaking in through roofs right around where the chimneys are in many homes. Because of all...

How to Solder Copper Pipes

When most people hear that they have to solder a pipe, they tend to get a little scared.  Well, this is quite natural,...

How to Check and Replace a Smoke Detector / CO Battery

Smoke and CO detectors need the battery replaced twice a year.  Most smoke detectors need to be replaced every 10 years and CO detectors may...
DIY gutter guard with Dremel

How to DIY & Install a Gutter Guard with Dremel

The Dremel Rotary Tool is one of the most popular tools for DIY'ers. From woodworking to jewelry making, to even simple repairs and customizations,...