Tools

You’ve bought a new house and dreaming about your first of many DIY projects. I’m sure one if not several will include adhering two different materials. If so, a nail gun should be one of your first purchases. But, how do you know which nail gun to choose? There are so many different types of […]

Even the most prepared drivers have found themselves in a situation where their car battery has run down and needs to be jump started. This can put a damper on whatever plans you had for the day even though cell phones have made it a lot easier to call a mechanic or a tow truck […]

What is an Air Compressor and why would you need one? It is a tool designed to provide power for various pneumatic tools. It operates by storing enough air in a tank and forcing it out with high pressure through a regulated opening. To understand how air compressors work, think of an inflated balloon. The […]

A random orbital sander is an essential tool for DIY projects around the house or outdoor projects you plan on building. I’m in the process of building by outdoor kitchen and will be using my orbital sander to make there’s no rough edges or sharp corners on the wood. If I had to sand all […]

Are you looking for the best ratcheting set without much success? Do you need a new ratchet wrench? A ratchet wrench is an essential tool that is used to fasten or loosen nuts and bolts. They are useful for most manual activities including building hardscapes in your backyard, working on lawn equipment or your car. […]

What is a Wet Dry Vacuum you may ask and what does it do? Exactly like the name sounds, it’s a vacuum cleaner that can suck up dry materials such as dirt as well as water. It’s a very useful tool to cleanup water from a small plumbing leak or dust and dirt from a […]

Miter saws are one of the most versatile power tools you would come across in a homeowner’s tool collection. A miter saw is a powerful woodworking tool that is specially designed to make cuts at various angles. It usually has a blade mounted on a swing arm to pivot right or left to make specific […]

Shoveling snow can be a daunting task, especially if you live in a location that sees snow frequently. Not only is shoveling tiring and never ending, but if you’re older, you may not be able to physically do it. Because of this, many people have resorted to using snow mats to help take care of […]

Why should a DIYer purchase a nail gun? A nail gun (or a nailer) is a hand tool used to drive nails into wood or any other suitable material. Using nailers is a less labor-intensive method of carrying out DIY projects around the house and backyard. As you start out doing projects around the house, […]

Hammer drills are suitable for various purposes around the house and backyard. If you’re an avid DIYer and have a concrete block house, a hammer drill is a necessity to drill through the concrete for any purpose. They come in handy in the backyard as well. They can drill large holes for bolts in thick […]