Whenever the weather turns warm, a homeowner’s thought turns to… painting. Well, maybe not everyone’s. But mine certainly does! It seems as if there is always something that needs repainting every year. I’ve discovered that an airless paint sprayer is a worthwhile investment. I love my airless paint sprayer because once the prep work is …
I probably should have titled this “Oh how I love a good reciprocating saw”. Often called Sawzall’s, because let’s face it, these puppies do Saw All, I can’t imagine not having one in my toolbox! While some might think of a Sawzall as a demolition device, these handy tools are perfect for nearly every project …
If you are in the market for a circular saw, you might be considering a cordless one. And why not? It seems as if there is a cordless version of every power tool on the market. Lawnmowers, drills, screwdrivers, even chainsaws. You might be thinking that a cordless circular saw isn’t as powerful as a …
To buy a track saw or just use a circular saw, that is the question. I remember when I first got a look at a track saw. I wondered what in the heck was going on. A friend of mine, who does a great deal of carpentry work, explained to me how it worked. To …
You may have heard drain snakes being referred to as drain augers or plumber’s snakes but, whatever you call it, it’s all the same tool! Many prefer them over plungers but they can come with more risks. If you aren’t familiar with using one you could rip pipes or puncture them, creating leaks. Don’t fret or …
A framing nailer can be a great time saver if you’re finishing a basement, adding a wall, toe nailing, or adding studs to a frame for drywall. Are you tired of a loud air compressor and having to stop work to wait for it to fill back up? Let’s take a look at the best …
Choosing a cordless power tool is similar to buying into a system. Once you’re in, you’re invested. That means it’s important to pick a system that works best for you at the beginning. Manufacturers want you to continue buying their brand in the future so they make sure their batteries and accessories are proprietary and …
What is a Circular Saw? A circular saw is used to cut lumber, boards, plywood, and wood to length for your projects. Blade type and size vary, but the most common size is 7-1/4″ diameter. Beginners will usually be cutting wood materials, but you can also purchase masonry blades for cutting concrete and stone. The …
Have you ever wanted to make your own word art, puzzles, figurines, or interesting patterns to hang on the wall? A scroll saw is a very unique piece of machinery that has a very fine blade to cut wood. Some patterns have very small curves that would be almost impossible to cut out with any …
When I was growing up my Dad always kept scraps of wood around so that he always had something for any project we were working on. The best part about keeping wood scraps is that you always have something available when you need it. Once we found that piece of wood, we would resaw it …
