Whether it’s a chisel, ax, or pruning shears–dull tools not only make work harder but also increase the risk of injury. Why ...

The next step is attending to the blades on hand tools like pruners and loppers. I like to keep mine clean throughout the growing season by wiping them down with cleaning wipes and occasionally hosing ...

Alena Joling explains how to take care of your bladed garden tools. Alena Joling, owner of Moleta: Artisanal Sharpening, explains how to take care of your bladed garden tools in order to maximize ...

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...

Remember the three S’s of tool maintenance: scrub, sharpen and sanitize. Question: What should I do to keep my garden tools in good working order and prepare them for the spring? Answer: Winter is a ...

Knowing what tool is used to sharpen knives will save you a headache when you find that yours are becoming dull. Most of the ...