by Brandon Potters What’s the one saw that can do it all, given you have the know-how to wield it? The answer is a jigsaw. Sure, everyone recognizes its ability to cut curves, but there’s much more to this tool. It tackles not just wood but also metal, plastic, and any other material you have … Read more
Whether you’re doing a little trimming of your elms to keep the branches from creeping into the eaves or felling an old walnut and processing it down for firewood, a chainsaw is an invaluable tool to have available in your arsenal. For the everyday homeowner, they are unmatched in versatility, cutting speed, and raw power. Some … Read more
Whether you’re a full-time contractor or an avid home handyman, you no doubt find even the most exhilarating of home improvement tasks a little…well, mundane. Listening to music can help pass the time and make any job a bit more enjoyable. However, a lot of destruction can occur on a job site, and you don’t … Read more
In 2024, finding the best random orbital sander is key to professional-grade woodworking and DIY projects. Advancements in technology and design have led to a range of options, each boasting unique features like improved dust collection, enhanced comfort, and variable speeds. Understanding these features is essential in selecting a sander that meets your specific needs, … Read more
One question that we seem to get a lot of is: “can a dremel be used as a router?” Or, “can I use my dremel tool in place of a router?” While these are perfectly good questions, the answers aren’t necessarily as straightforward as ‘yes’ or ‘no’, so we figured we’d take the time to go … Read more
Considering that they both essentially just spin around really fast on an axis, have you ever wondered or asked yourself what the real difference is, other than size, between a dremel vs a drill? It’s a fair enough question, to be honest, and we get plenty of people asking whether they might just use one in … Read more
Choosing the right wood chipper can transform your garden maintenance, turning piles of yard waste into usable mulch and simplifying the process of managing lawn debris. Whether you’re a homeowner with a small backyard or someone managing a larger landscape, understanding the different types of wood chippers—like gas wood chippers and electric chipper shredders—is essential … Read more
There is something deeply primal about the act of splitting logs with a maul. The hefting of the handle high over your head and slamming it down to the satisfying crack of a log being blasted in two. It’s not only a great workout and stress relief, but there is a sense of having dominance … Read more
In this article, we’ve hand-selected the best woodworking planer in both the portable and benchtop varieties. When we were picking out the best woodworking planers, we focused on four key areas: Price Reputation Durability Overall performance In short, we are here to help you determine the best woodworking planer for the money. Depending on what … Read more
Choosing the best grout for shower tile shouldn’t be a headache-inducing process. Aside from distinguishing between a few necessary things like color, sanded grout vs. unsanded grout, and epoxy grout vs. cement grout, don’t let the selection procedure be an overly-complicated one. That being said, if you go online and search for ‘best grout for … Read more
Fall brings gorgeous leaves out everywhere. But, before long, the cold winds blow the leaves into your yard. Snow could pile up on your drive. When the leaves pile up, the best backpack leaf blower could become your new best friend. Leaf blowers can save you a ton of time spent raking leaves or even … Read more
With so many options, determining the best woodworking tools isn’t easy. In this brief article, we hope to shed some light on the best woodworking tools for a DIY woodworking shop. There are definitely several key tools that you will need in order to set up a proper, functional, modern day woodworking shop. One … Read more