Tools
Handy Tools for 2019
From the weekday jobsite to the weekend home-improvement project, there’s a lot of work to be done, and for that we need tools. Here’s a rundown of some handy new items for your toolbox and workshop.
Drill Bit Guide for DIY’ers
Construction How-To, Tool Reviews, Tools
From routing wires to drilling pilot holes for fasteners, drill bits are indispensable tools for the professional tradesman as well as the DIY homeowner. In this article, EHT explores a wide range of drill bits to cover the basic types and their various applications. Twist Bits and Common Materials The standard twist-type drill bit is the most mass-produced drill […]
Advancements in Fasteners
You can’t overstate the importance of reliable fasteners, and that’s why industry leaders routinely upgrade their product lines to make them stronger, easier to use, and more rust-resistant than ever. Here’s a look at some new and improved products that help hold the world together. Innovations from U2 Fasteners When it comes to construction and decking screws, the EHT team […]
SawStop Announces Key Management Changes
Home Improvement Industry News and Updates, News and Updates, Saws, Tools, Woodworking
Appoints New CEO and CFO Tualatin, Oregon – December 17, 2018: SawStop, LLC today announced key management changes, effective January 1, 2019. Company Co-Founder and President Dr. Stephen Gass, the inventor of SawStop’s industry-changing contact detection technology, will step down from his role as president. Dr. Gass will take on a new role as Vice President of Innovation, focusing his efforts […]
New Task-lighting Products for Jobs around the House
Not much work gets done if you can’t see what you’re doing. Whether working at night or within interior locations with low visibility, task lighting is an indispensable aspect of the job. For many years, halogen work lamps were the go-to solution to splash a lot of light around a project site. Although they put the light where it was […]
A Close Look at Benchtop Sanders
Construction How-To, Tool Reviews, Tools
By Joseph Truini
DIY Tool Sharpening With The Work Sharp
Sharpening Tools, Tool Reviews, Tools, Woodworking
By Chris Loeffler Your tools are the most important part of your arsenal for every DIY project, whether installing wainscoting or embarking on a complete hardwood floor replacement. Keeping your tools in optimal condition means maintaining razor-sharp, consistent edges that are durable while minimizing material take-off. What’s the point of a fine tool, if you’re going to hog off your […]
14 Essential Tools for a Carpenter Helper’s Toolbox
By Steven Willson Most carpentry contractors need to hire extra employees many times during a typical year, depending on the season or amount of work under contract. It’s helpful if new helpers can bring their own tools — usually hand tools that aren’t too expensive — to a jobsite. As helpers move up the pecking order and assume more responsibilities, […]
5 Types of Jobs a Multi-Tool Makes Easier
By Fran J. Donegan
New Concepts in Circular Saws
Circular saws are the go-to tools for making fast, accurate cuts in lumber, plywood, metal and more. Whether configured as a grab-and-go handheld, an angle-cutting miter saw, or a rip-ready table saw, these jobsite workhorses have been relied on for years for construction inside and outside the home. These days, tool designers are tasked with making a good tool even […]