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Home Improvement Explained

If you’d rather do it yourself, Skippity Whistles is right here to help. Tools, tips, and ideas to help you fix it, make it, or simply figure it out.

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Technical three-point-line drawing of a group of four different drywall anchors in the Skippity workshop by John D. Reinhart

Making stuff, fixing stuff, and using the tools to do it

Technical three-point-line drawing of a drum auger in the Skippity workshop by John D. Reinhart

The mysteries inside your walls, how it flows and where it goes

Technical three-point-line drawing of a multimeter and probes in the Skippity workshop by John D. Reinhart

Safely manage the electrical systems in your place

Technical three-point-line drawing of a variety of pliers in the Skippity workshop by John D. Reinhart

Which tool is right for that job? Do you have the right tool?

Clear, step-by-step instructions for tools, repairs, and everyday tasks — written for real people who just want to get things done.

Helpful Infographics for Your Toolbox

An infographic detailing the five most common fastener types and the four wrenches they require, along special callouts for hex-headed screws, Torx screws, and carriage bolts.

Which Wrench When? Face any fastener without fear – this illustrated guide is just the right size to fit in your toolbox.

Which Wrench to Use?

a detailed infographic outlining the six major types of pliers and their uses

Pick Your Pliers; although they looks similar, pliers are specialized tools for specific tasks

Which Pliers, When?

One-page chart showing what red, green, and yellow aviation shears cut: left curves, right curves, and straight lines.

Select Your Snips: Aviation shears, also called snips, come in a variety of colors. Here’s how to choose.

Which Shears, Which Cut?


The Skippity Portolio

Technical three-point-line drawing of a jigsaw in the Skippity workshop by John D. Reinhart

It’s the Art of Home Improvement.

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