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New Tools

New Home Depot Husky All-Terrain Cart is Built to Move

Jun 5, 2025 Stuart 9 Comments

Here’s a look at the new Husky all-terrain cart at Home Depot.

New Tools

New Harbor Freight Pittsburgh 2-Ton Shop Crane – Review

Jun 15, 2023 Stuart 26 Comments

I’ve been testing Harbor Freight’s new 2-ton shop crane.

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Magliner Gemini Sr Convertible Hand Truck & Cart

May 4, 2023 Stuart 25 Comments

The Magliner Gemini Sr looks to be a highly versatile convertible cart.

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What do You Think About Vertical Drawers?

Feb 24, 2023 Stuart 42 Comments

Does this look like a good idea to you?

LED Work Lights

Dewalt Motion-Activated Magnetic LED Lights

Jan 23, 2023 Stuart 38 Comments

Today I learned that Dewalt has motion-activated magnetic LED light strips.

Accessories

Crocodile Cloth Hand & Tool Wipes

May 24, 2022 Stuart 34 Comments

I came across Crocodile Cloth cleaning wipes for the first time.

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Gorilla Ladders Work Platform Black Friday Deal

Nov 12, 2021 Stuart 23 Comments

If you need a strong and light folding work platform, this is great option.

Accessories

Diablo SandNet Sanding Disc Assortment Deal at Home Depot

Nov 10, 2021 Benjamen 19 Comments

Diablo’s SandNet 5″ sanding disc assortment is on sale for the holidays.

Accessories

Goodbye Baby Wipes, Hello WypAll Hand & Tool Wipes!

Jun 29, 2021 Stuart 43 Comments

Move over baby wipes, I’ve graduated to a new hand and tool cleaner.

DIY & Home

6 Best Ladders (2021)

Apr 2, 2021 Stuart 67 Comments

Here are our ladder picks – do you agree or disagree with our recommendations?

Safety

The Best Kneeling Pad for Working on the Floor

Feb 22, 2021 Stuart 30 Comments

This is the best kneeling pad – your body will thank you.

New Tools

Does the Amazon Dash Smart Scale Have a Place in Your Home or Workshop?

Jan 5, 2021 Stuart 44 Comments

Would you use Amazon’s new Dash Smart Shelf for reordering everyday home or business supplies?

Layout & Measuring

Upgrade Your Workbench: Accessories for the 2096 Bench Dog System

Aug 14, 2020 Ben V 23 Comments

Here are some ways to accessories 20mm dog holes on your workbench.

Hand Tools

Why You Should Buy a Marking Knife

Jun 30, 2020 Stuart 30 Comments

If you haven’t used a marking knife before, there’s no time like the present!

DIY & Home

Deal: Kasa Smart Plug 2-Pack for $18, 1 for $10

May 28, 2020 Stuart 16 Comments

These Kasa smart outlets seem to be a very good buy right now.

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