A hole is nothing. Or more precisely, it’s the absence of something—wood, metal, concrete, or any number of different materials. Since holes are nothing, why do we care about them and how to make them ...

If you want to make something look older, just add some worm holes. Here are some of my tricks for achieving realistic results: 1.Small holes. You’ll be tempted to use a drill bit for the smallest ...

Q. Someone told me I could use a pocket hole jig to join two pieces of wood together instead of using dowels, biscuits or dovetail joints. What is a pocket hole? Is it an acceptable way to connect ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When it comes to power tools, drills represent some of the most versatile devices you can own. At their core, they are designed to bore holes ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For any savvy DIY-er, having basic tools on hand makes completing jobs around the house much more efficient. Cordless drills are popular ...

Plugging may sound like a temporary quick fix. But in carpentry it’s a classy way to hide recessed fasteners. Drill a hole part way into a board, drive a fastener through the bottom of the hole, then ...

Q: What’s the best way to hide small screw holes in pine stair treads exposed after the removal of a stair lift? A: There are several ways to fill these holes, but the best I know of involves a small, ...

A good drill can prove to be one of the most versatile tools in your arsenal. Whether drilling in holes, piecing objects together, or taking them apart, you'll find no shortage of uses for a solid ...