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3 Best Shop Vacs When Money Is No Object

Shop vacs are more versatile than regular vacuums because the can reverse suction to let you use them as blowers too. In addition, you can use a shop vac as a dust collection system by attaching the hose to the dust port of your miter saw, sander, circular saw, or other compatible tool.
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You Should Never Do This With Your Vacuum Cleaner

Vacuum cleaners are necessary to remove messes that could make your home seem unlivable. But as sturdy as these household appliances are, there's a limit to the amount of abuse they can take. Without proper maintenance, they can malfunction and leave you infuriated when you need them the most.
A man turns on a battery-powered air compressor whose hose is attached to his SUV's right front tire

4 Best Air Compressors for Your Home Garage

Having the right tools makes a huge difference when you want to work on your vehicle at home. From tightening nuts and bolts to changing spark plugs, tools greatly help with car maintenance. And in the case of pneumatic tools, air compressors are a must. They're also great for inflating tires and even painting your car.
A Roomba autonomous vacuum cleaner on a wooden floor

Does Your Roomba Suffer From the Death Circle?

Robot vacuum cleaners have taken the drama out of home maintenance. At the very least, you no longer have to hear your kids arguing about whose turn it is to vacuum. However, it turns out that even a robotic vacuum cleaner can pitch a temper tantrum, and there's only one way to stop.
The brake and gas pedals attached to carpet upholstery under the driver's seat

How to Stop Your Car if the Brakes Fail

We've all seen the movies where the bad guy cuts the hero's brake lines. While some movies might have a grain of truth about what to do regarding car safety, most do not. Here's what you should do instead if you find yourself in a situation where your car has no brakes.
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Can Toothpaste Really Fix Your Yellowed Headlights?

Many DIY enthusiasts may be tempted to see if they can actually use toothpaste to restore their dull, yellowed headlights. While there is some reasoning behind why toothpaste can work, it's a short-term solution that really, doesn't work all that well to begin with. In fact, it might not even be worth your time.