I just got back from the Craftsman Experience, and boy am I utterly exhausted. While I recuperate and work to prepare posts about the new tools I spotted or was told about, I thought to share a few surprising things I learned while there.
5 Woodworking & General DIY Tips I Remembered When Building a Birdhouse
I recently built this birdhouse and was reminded of a few good tips along the way. You probably heard these before, but sometimes we all need a good refresher.
Caulk Savers Keep Caulk Tubes Plugged and Fresh
What’s long, orange, and screws into your open caulking tubes to seal ’em up?
Dewalt 12V Max Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer Review
Check out our review of Dewalt’s 12V Max infrared thermometer! It may be one of the largest IR thermometers that I’ve ever used, but it’s also one of the best.
Kobalt Bi-Material Multi Drive Wrench is Back in Stock at Lowes for Father’s Day
Kobalt’s Multi Drive Wrench, first introduced last winter, is back in stock in high quantities, just in time for Father’s Day.
Allen RightWrench an Inexpensive and Compact Multi-Size Wrench Review
Allen’s RightWrench is a compact 8-sized multi-wrench that is handy to have around.
Gojo Cherry Gel Pumice Hand Cleaner Review
Looking for a heavy duty industrial hand cleaner that doesn’t smell like evil oranges? Check out our review of Gojo’s Cherry Gel Pumice Hand Cleaner!
Easy Reach Plant Pulley – Useful for Garage or Tool Storage?
After watching an over-dramatized Easy Reach Plant Pulley infommercial, I started thinking – could these be repurposed for tool or garage storage applications?
Quirky Switch a Modular Pocket Knife Tool
The Switch is a modular pocket knife with 18 attachments that lets you configure the tool as you need.
The Best Way to Cut Cardboard?
What would you consider to be the best ways to make straight cuts in cardboard?
Pentel GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil is Excellent for Shop Use
In the search for a good quality mechanical pencil for technical drawing and more precise layout work and shop use, I have come across the incredibly comfortable and workshop-friendly Pentel GraphGear 1000.
Timberland PRO Helix, a New Lightweight Workboot
Timberland’s coming out with a new hybrid boot, the PRO Helix, that offers heavy-duty features in a lightweight and comfortable package.
Fiskars Cuts + More Scissors Hands-on Review
Fiskars’ Cuts + More scissors looks to be the ultimate multipurpose scissors. Unfortunately, one seemingly minor design flaw severely impacts their usability.
I said… WE RECOMMEND PELTOR EARMUFF HEARING PROTECTION!
CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW? Protect your ears and we won’t have to shout! These Peltor earmuffs offer solid hearing protection at a decent price. We highly recommend them!
Black & Decker iShred is Trendy & Hip, But is it Worth it?
Say hello to the iShred, a new stylish paper shredder that might actually be built off a solid design. ($100 via Amazon)