Category: Hacks

If you’re interested in conserving water at home, this personalized sink redirects the fresh, clean water that fills your toilet so you can wash your […]

Most of us use masking tape when painting around windows or window frames, and this works unless you have an unusual window or frame (like […]

Wood decks and stairs are susceptible to decay and water damage. Raise the deck uprights and ladder risers above the supports to prevent water seeping […]

If there is no locksmith or hardware store nearby, copying a simple key can be more of a hassle than it’s worth. For small padlocks […]

This air-powered broom cleans floors faster than a traditional broom and costs less than $ 15 to make. Workshop clutter leads to dirt entering your […]

LED candles are a good way to light up your home during the dark winter months of winter, but they are a little boring on […]

Some things in life – like fixing your own car or DIY home repairs – can seem dangerous or risky, especially if you’ve never done […]

If your favorite sweater is stuck, that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be worn at home, just tighten the yarn back into the sweater to make […]

Part of the appeal of the Raspberry Pi lies in how easy it is to get kids involved in programming. Case in point: Geek Gurl […]

Capturing and combining the thousands of stills required for time-lapse video can be tedious, but this custom setup, made from a Raspberry Pi, can greatly […]

When renovating, it is best to keep the cladding to avoid the hassle of finding a replacement. But first you need to remove your nails. […]

A tape measure is great, but when you take measurements from the inside, for example, in a window, you have to awkwardly bend the tape […]

Woodworking is a skill that you can develop as much as you want. The more you learn, the more complex projects you can tackle. But […]

We’ve seen that it used to be pretty easy to set up a Raspberry Pi as a Tor proxy , but it takes a little […]

A pocket square is an essential part of any fashionable men’s outfit. Plus they are quite expensive for such a small piece of fabric. Instead, […]

Don’t let short electrical wires get in the way of your project. Connect excess wire in seconds using simple plug-in connectors . Electricians should leave […]

KeySweeper is a tiny Arduino-based wireless sniffer that collects data sent from your wireless keyboard to the receiver. That’s right – this is a keylogger, […]

It can be tricky to avoid flat spots when sanding a curved object like a shelf bracket, but sandpapering a tennis ball is much easier. […]

Open shelves are a worthy alternative to built-in wardrobes. You can assemble and install them over the weekend in your own workshop. If you have […]

The idea of ​​a smart mirror seems like a crazy thing from the future, but at Adafruit they showcase a really easy way to create […]

Gone are the days of the bright yellow wallpaper you remember from your grandma’s house. It’s time to give wallpaper another shot as an alternative […]

Whether you’re trying to catch an intruder or scare someone, you can put together this simple Tripwire alarm in just a few minutes. This post […]

We’ve already shown you a calculator to help you pick a basic combination lock, but this device does all the work for you in less […]

Keeping small parts, be they electronic projects or any other hobby, can be tricky. On Instructables, HariFun shows you how to take a cheap set […]

As your woodworking skills expand, you’ll want to add a jointer and planer to your arsenal of tools. They both handle rough lumber in the […]

If you’re short on space, you need to be creative with what you have. On Instructables, polyyglot45 showcases a desktop design that turns into a […]

Long range lighters are great for lighting barbecues, campfires, and candles, but they can be expensive. This video explains how to open one and replace […]

If you yearn for the pixely music renderer days, look no further than this tutorial from Adafruit to create your own tiny spectrum renderer using […]

The next time you drink one of your favorite sodas, you can recycle the bottle into something useful instead of throwing it away. In this […]

When it gets colder, it’s time to think about outerwear. This simple DIY project will keep your hands warm while keeping your fingers free. All […]

We’ve seen Raspberry Pi based tablets before, but in reality they are always a little clunky. Adafruit has put together a guide showing some of […]

Ever wanted to be able to yell at your electronics? On Make, they show you how to add commands to electronics, including Roomba, Philips Hue, […]

If you just throw your gardening tools outside by the fence, they won’t last more than a couple of seasons. Here’s how to organize and […]

French spikes are a great way to hang anything, and Make Magazine notes that this makes them ideal for workbenches that tend to have a […]

Paving the paving stone can be a daunting task for a beginner. This easy-to-use tool from Quikrete cuts setup time in half and leaves you […]

One of the most important parts of any home security system is a door detector that tells you when a door opens. On Adafruit they […]

If you enjoy working at night or your room doesn’t have windows to the sun, it can be difficult to get natural light. This four […]

Don’t let a broken clasp get in the way of putting on your favorite necklace. Use a paperclip to make the necklace wearable again until […]

Finding the perfect earbuds can feel like an endless journey. And since everyone has different tastes, no one can recommend the perfect jars for you. […]

I will never stop thinking that transparent electronics are cool. One Redditor modified his Samsung Galaxy Note 5 with a transparent back and the process […]