If you’ve never had the pleasure of doing so, drilling through steel can be an absolutely nightmarish chore – even with the best drill and best steel drill bits in the world. And if you don’t have the right bits? You can absolutely forget about it. Just this past week I went to install a … Read more
A quality cordless drill is practically indispensable, and no DIYer or homeowner should be without one. Cordless drills can tackle a broad variety of tasks from basic drilling and driving to more complex building projects. Today, we’re going to take a closer look at five of the best cordless drills on the market, and show … Read more
Concrete is one of the most versatile and useful building supplies on the planet. But, it can also be one of the most difficult to work with. With it’s cold, hard exterior, it’s easy to see how the average home handyman may get intimidated by the prospect of learning how to drill into concrete. Fortunately, drilling … Read more
If your drill seems like it’s taking longer and longer to bore holes lately, it’s probably an issue with your drill bits. If you notice that you’re unable to drill even into wood without making smoke or squealing shrieks, then your bits are going dull. A new set of drill bits can be pricey, and … Read more
What’s the difference between a hammer drill and a regular drill, you ask? It’s pretty basic – a regular drill just spins; a hammer drill hammers and spins. But what does that mean, hammers and spins? Imagine your drill bit, as it’s spinning around, also punching up and down really fast into the material you’re … Read more
A quality drill press can be worth its weight in gold for your shop. From drilling different materials, to additional tasks like mortising or sanding, a drill press can be a welcome addition to any shop. Today, we’re going to take a closer look at some of the best benchtop drill press options on the … Read more
A cordless drill is probably the one tool that every single person should own. From driving screws to drilling holes, this tool can perform many functions at a fraction of the time it would take to use a screwdriver. The convenience of the cordless drill means that consumers have many options when it comes to … Read more
We’ve all been there before: You’re pushing through a project, making good progress and picking up steam when you strip a screw or snap a bolt. Few things can bring your work to a standstill quite like this can. If you don’t have the right tools to remove the broken fastener, you’re really up the … Read more
If you tend to drill holes frequently, one of the products you’ll want to consider purchasing is a drill press. Drill presses allow you to insert holes into wood and other materials, often more accurately than if you were using a handheld drill. Additionally, drill presses could will enable you to perform numerous other tasks, … Read more
Brushless drills are the new kid on the block when it comes to cordless power tools. Featuring a motor that operates without the friction of carbon brushes, these drills are more powerful than their brushed motor cousins. Most cordless drills you’ll find for sale are likely brushless. Some popular brands only sell brushless drills. Therefore, … Read more
Goodness me, there’s just so much to keep up with in the world of power tools. Head over to your local hardware store, and you’ll find literally dozens of different contraptions (change that to hundreds if you’re shopping online) just for drilling holes and screws. With so many different options, styles, designs, and manufacturers to … Read more
When it comes to machining, the key to a finely machined piece is all in the tap. To properly tap a hole, you’ll need to drill it out and use the corresponding tap according to a drill and tap chart. But, it’s not quite as simple as it seems. Today, we’re going to cover how … Read more