Tools

We love tools and enjoy tool reviews. It’s what helps us make and create the homes and spaces that transform our lives, and our clients’ lives.

From hand tools to power tools, and from gadgets to heavy equipment, we road-test the tools needed in remodeling and building outdoor spaces and interior oases.

QuickTip: How to Uncoil Cords and Hoses Like a Pro

Tangled up hoses can be frustrating and time sucks. So here's how to quickly uncoil cords and uncoil hoses so…

3 days ago

Tool Review: Best Table Saw is the Skil Table Saw

Need the best table saw for a mobile jobsite or DIYer? Look no further. Here's my hands-on Skil 10-Inch Table…

7 days ago

What You Need to Know: Cordless Dremel 8240 and Corded 3000 Kit

I've used both the Dremel 8240 and the 3000, and have sussed out what you need to know in order…

7 months ago

What You Need to Know: Skil 40V Circular Saw

As far as the Big Boss Skil 40-volt in-line circular saw goes, this thing does not have a “motor," it…

7 months ago

The Best Useless Screwdriver is a Pleasure to Hold: MetMo

Metmo sent us their screwdriver–it’s a $150 ratcheting screwdriver with no bit storage. It’s the best useless screwdriver that's fun…

7 months ago

What You Need to Know: Evolution Power Tools’ 10-inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw

Evolution Power Tools’ R255SMSL is a sweet little choocher. A 10-inch slide compound miter saw, it took a “pinball path”…

7 months ago

What You Need to Know About the Worx 20V Cordless Drill/Driver

So you are curious about the Worx 20V cordless drill/driver? They are on to something with this design--for a wide…

7 months ago

Best Paint Brush For Cutting In Crisp Professional Details

I've tried many paint brushes over the years for cutting in, and the best paint brush is the PF Richard…

7 months ago

What You Need to Know About Flex Rotary Hammer Plus Drill

So you're curious about Flex Rotary Hammer Plus Drill and want to know if it's the right tool for you.…

8 months ago

What You Need to Know: Sliding Compound Worx Miter Saw

Curious about the Worx miter saw? We tried the Worx Nitro 7 1/4-inch sliding compound miter saw in a variety…

8 months ago