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Selecting a suitable rotary tool can be challenging, even for professional builders. This guide explains how to select the right rotary tool for your project.

As is the case with other products, there are optimal times to shop power tools of all types. Check out our guide on the best times to buy power tools so you have the greatest chance to save.

Being a DIYer means you get to feel accomplished when completing a project, as well as save money. That's really true if you know how to buy secondhand tools. Learn more in our guide to purchasing used tools.

Shopping for a generator requires more than figuring out the wattage you need to power your electrical items. You have to consider where to buy a generator, as well, and fortunately, you have more options than you might think!

If you're in the market for new tools, it's worth shopping a dedicated tool retailer. Check out our diverse list of what to buy on the Northern Tool website, whatever project you're planning!

Simple toolkits can help you with small jobs around the home, but you may need something with more kick. Check out the power tools every homeowner should have to learn about products consumers swear by.

If you're considering a portable generator but aren't sure if you need one, we're here to help. Check out our six reasons for getting a portable generator.

So you have work to do around the house, and you know you need power tools. But which ones are essential? Learn about the five must-have power tools for every home, along with the best ways to shop for them.

Cyber Monday is a great time to score awesome savings on home goods, so we've rounded up the best >home deals you have to see today. Be sure to check back though, as we'll be updating this page with even more offers as we see them.

October is a great time for camping. If that sounds appealing but you don't have the gear, head over to REI Garage and get up to 60% off a selection of apparel, shoes, and camping gear. Here are nine outdoor basics you'll need to camp in comfort.

You don't have to be a handyman to benefit from Northern Tool's Fall Power Sale. With discounts on over 2,100 items, there are great deals for even the anti-do-it-yourselfer. We've rounded up eight items that are useful to own, no matter your skill level.

Lowe's is discounting thousands of products during its Labor Day sale, including tools, lighting, and bathroom fixtures. We've picked out seven of the best-discounted items, so you can easily finish your shopping before the sale ends August 30.

The downtime of summer is a perfect opportunity to do all those things you never seem to have time for during the rest of the year. Whether that means completing projects or making your own seasonal fun, Home Depot has you covered as it cuts up to 37% off a selection of patio furniture, grills, garage storage, tools, and more during its Memorial Day Sale. Here are 9 items suited to various summer activities.

Cyber Monday is over for another year, but you can still snag awesome apparel deals! Here's our roundup of the best Cyber Week clothing deals, but don't wait too long — many of these will be done before you know it.

Have a handyman or handywoman on your Black Friday shopping list? You're in luck! We've rounded up the best Black Friday tool deals thus far.

After a couple of years, even the most reliable iPhone's battery life starts to fade — and that's assuming you didn't drop it and crack the screen before then. Let's dig into which iPhone issues you can repair yourself, and what it will cost you to let a professional handle the fix.

Whether it's your dad, brother, husband, friend, or coworker, chances are there's at least one member of the less fair sex for whom you need to get a gift this holiday season. As such, we've rounded up a handful of this week's best Editors' Choice deals to help you cross them off your list. Even better, all will ship for free in time for Christmas so you don't need to even leave the house.

Harbor Freight Tools recently released its Black Friday ad preview, allowing even DIY shoppers an opportunity to save during the holiday shopping season.

From hand tools to home appliances, preparing for the coming cooler weather can be easy and affordable. Gather firewood, rake your leaves, and more!

If your kids' gifts aren't up to scratch, we've found a selection of Father's Day freebies with which you can treat yourself and celebrate your paternal successes in style.

So your son or daughter is off to university and will soon be living in an apartment of their own for the first time. Why not make their lives a little easier by equipping them with a tool box full of the basics?

A great coat of house paint is an investment that can protect your home for a decade. But proper planning, tools, and skills are necessary to ensure everything goes right. Here is our guide to painting your home exterior. (Hint: It's a lot of prep!)

Wiper blades, motor oil, fuses: these and more can be replaced or repaired cheaply and easily without a trip to the mechanic. Check out what tools and parts you'll need, plus step-by-step guides for each task.

Retaining walls, overgrown tree limbs, and lead-based paint are all home projects that require serious attention. But cost, difficulty, and danger could require professional help.

It's a cold, windy, and slushy winter day, so of course that's when your car decides it doesn't want to operate properly. Are you prepared for a flat tire or a dead battery? How about a loose screw or a blown fuse? Now is a good time to make sure you've got the tools you'll need to deal with minor car troubles. We've compiled this list of the best tools and supplies you'll want to keep in your trunk.

Kmart isn't playing around with Black Friday this year. Boasting the earliest Thanksgiving opening time at 6 am, Sears' sister store is intent on holding a 42-hour Black Friday shopathon. But will the deals be worth ditching your turkey dinner to stand in line? We examined the leaked Kmart Black Friday ad to find out.

DealNews is always bringing you the best tool and hardware deals; and now, we've compiled all of our tool-buying guides into one place. Whether you want to know more about drills, ladders, or an emergency automotive kit, check out our tools and hardware hub.

Who doesn't love a beautiful lawn with perfectly uniform grass immaculately manicured? These outdoor landscapes involve hard work, planting, cultivating, weeding, pruning, and harvesting. Fortunately, we live in an age where power tools can alleviate some of the hard work necessary to bring about a handsome garden and lawn.

With air conditioner season arriving in parts of the country, blackouts could be close behind. Be prepared for a power outage with these supplies and provisions.

Father's Day is right around the corner on June 15, but we're betting you still haven't found a gift. Because dads are notoriously hard to shop for, we've made some Father's Day eCards (with a little help from Awkward Family Photos) to point you towards the perfect gift.

Owning a portable generator is a great investment for dialing up the quality of your tailgate party with video and audio on a sumptuous widescreen TV, or just being prepared for winter power outages. But generators come in many shapes, sizes, and (most importantly) price points. Thus, we've created a helpful guide to picking a portable generator.