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DIY & Home

Best Tamper Resistant Outlet?

Aug 30, 2016 Stuart 74 Comments

What are your thoughts about power outlets? Back vs. side wiring? Flat faced or recessed? Which brand?! Heavy duty or the cheapest residential outlets you can find?

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Announcements & Updates

Beware FRAUDULENT Review Sample Requests

Aug 23, 2016 Stuart 26 Comments

It seems we’ve got an impersonator swindling companies out of free tool samples.

Editorial

A Great Automation Direct Shopping Experience!

Aug 11, 2016 Stuart 9 Comments

I tried Automation Direct after readers recommended them, and have a very positive shopping experience!

Drills & Drivers

Hammer Drill or Rotary Hammer? Which Do You Use?

Aug 9, 2016 Stuart 32 Comments

Hammer drill or rotary hammer – what do you use for your masonry drilling?

Spax Screws at Home Depot Closeup

DIY & Home

How Do You Plan for a Project?

Aug 4, 2016 Stuart 22 Comments

I find that I’m not much of an improviser – I plan out a project and then buy what I need, usually more. What’s your approach like?

Dewalt FlexVolt Brushless Circular Saw

Cordless

Dewalt FlexVolt vs. Milwaukee M18 High Demand, Which is Better?

Jul 25, 2016 Stuart 91 Comments

Dewalt FlexVolt vs. Milwaukee M18 High Demand? Find out which one we think is better.

Dewalt FlexVolt DCS7485T1 60V table saw

Cordless

Game-Changing Cordless Power Tool Technologies

Jul 19, 2016 Stuart 47 Comments

In recent years, several new cordless power tool technologies have dramatically changed how things are done, or will be done.

Cordless

Milwaukee M18 One-Key Tools as Night Lights, and Other Blackout Tool Tales

Jul 8, 2016 Benjamen 19 Comments

In a power outage, some tools really shine – literally! I was able to repurpose Milwaukee One-Key tools as night lights and use my Fluke IR thermometer to quickly check food temperatures.

Dewalt FlexVolt Brushless Circular Saw

Cordless

Right-Handed vs. Left-Handed Circular Saws?

Jul 7, 2016 Stuart 126 Comments

Right-handed vs. left-handed circular saws. What’s the difference, and what’s your preference?

Editorial

Amazon Prime Same-Day Shipping Update

Jul 6, 2016 Stuart 15 Comments

Here’s an update about my most recent Amazon free Prime same-day delivery experience.

Editorial

Misc. Post: Photo Editing, Media Event & Videos Question, Drawer Front Hardwood Choice, Things That Don’t Fit

Jun 30, 2016 Stuart 31 Comments

This post is more about behind-the-scenes stuff than tool coverage, plus some project-related mentions.

Cordless

Let’s Play Tool Designer: How Would You Make a Better Cordless Drill?

Jun 24, 2016 Stuart 89 Comments

Step into the role of tool designer and tell us how you would make a better cordless drill!

Oak Wood Texture

Editorial

Where Do You Buy Your Project Wood?

Jun 17, 2016 Stuart 34 Comments

As I work through sourcing materials for an upcoming project, I found myself wondering where you guys get your project wood from. Local lumberyards? Homecenters? Online sources?

Bosch 18V 6Ah Battery Pack

Cordless

Best Bang for the Buck Cordless Tool Battery Pack Size?

Jun 9, 2016 Stuart 39 Comments

Which high capacity battery pack sizing is the best to buy right now?

Milwaukee M18 Circular Saw with High Demand Battery

Cordless

Would You Go Completely Cordless?

Jun 8, 2016 Stuart 45 Comments

Would you go completely cordless if the tools were available? Have you already done so?

Editorial

Misc. Tool News, Early June 2016 Edition

Jun 3, 2016 Stuart 18 Comments

Back in stock (and on sale): Dewalt 20V Max to 18V adapter. Makita X2 hybrid vac soon available. Dust extractor sale. Have you used Toter trash bins? Flexzilla extension cord update. Your Father’s Day gift guide ideas? Holiday deals reminder.

Cordless

Let’s Talk About Ryobi

Jun 1, 2016 Stuart 205 Comments

What do you think about Ryobi? What do you want them to come out with next?

Stanley FuBar Demo Bar 55-134 Cutting Through Drywall

Editorial

The Silliest and Most Inappropriate Tools to Receive “Demo” Treatment?

May 30, 2016 Stuart 58 Comments

What would be the silliest tool to be overbuild and sold as a “demo” grade tool?

Announcements & Updates

BABY NEWS! It’s a Girl!

May 26, 2016 Stuart 80 Comments

It’s a girl!!

Milwaukee 60 inch Mobile Workcenter with Pegboard

Editorial

How Would You Raise a Heavy Tool Cabinet From its Side?

May 12, 2016 Stuart 32 Comments

How would you raise a large and heavy tool cabinet from its back to its wheeled base?

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