(guest post by Jesse Peralta) Home is where the hearth is! A fireplace not only makes for an attractive focal point for a room,
Just in time for the coming spring landscaping season, EHT covers the construction of a large paver patio and its accompanying dry-stack walkways and fire
For cleanup around the home, jobsite or workshop, DeWalt’s 12-Gal. Poly Wet/Dry Vacuum delivers excellent suction power and quiet operation. The EHT staff had the
Last week I attended the Craftsman Launch Event in Baltimore, MD, where I got an advance look at 1,200 products the brand is rolling out
A broken bucket handle or cracked shop-vac aren’t just minor annoyances on the job site – they’re common frustrations that can lose you money in
(guest post by Steven Willson) Most carpentry contractors need to hire extra employees many times during a typical year, depending on the season or amount
(guest post by Fran J. Donegan) If you are like most people, you won’t know you need a multi-tool until you actually have one.
Nail guns: You can aim a nail for precise placement and stop worrying about bent fasteners or hammered thumbs. Nail guns also spare your
On my recent trip to the Home Depot Headquarters, I got the chance to test out a few cool tool accessories I thought the EHT
I recently spent a few days at the Home Depot headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. I toured the facility, explored the company’s Product Quality and Engineering
(guest post by Joseph Truini) For more than 85 years, rotary tools have been favored by woodworkers, metal fabricators, machinists, toy makers, hobbyists, jewelers,
Here’s some big news in the tool world: Craftsman, which has for decades been the trademark tool brand of Sears Holdings, has been purchased by
(guest post by Victor Hill) A generator can support crucial appliances such as heaters, refrigerators, and regulate temperature during power blackouts in your home. Suppliers
(guest post by Ted Leger) It took one time working with lumber and wood stock and I was hooked. From then on I loved to
Check out these cool tools and gadgets we discovered on the show floor! The Straight Flush Saw This new handheld circular saw gives workers
At the Grand Opening of power tool manufacturing at DeWalt’s facility in Greenfield, Indiana, on Veterans Day (November 11, 2015), DeWalt donated 70 power tools,
Extreme How-To speaks to Jon DeArment, president and COO of Channellock Inc., about the company’s long-standing tradition of manufacturing high-quality tools in the USA. How
Ever since the first caveman broke open a nut with a rock, we’ve used tools for anything and everything at work and at home. Lucky
By Matt Weber How to Match the Air Supply to Your Air Tools
By Clint Thomas Equip a Work Belt with the Most Often Used Tools and Gadgets.
By Larry Walton I’m sure you realize that your truck is one of the best tools you own. Not only does it get you to
Spring and fall are two good times of the year to clean up the yard. Leaves are raked, shrubs are pruned and trees are ignored,
Commitment to research and development is a commitment to the future. Husqvarna’s OPE division has unveiled its state of the art R&D Center in Charlotte,
(For a more recent update on Kobalt Tools Go Here)The questions started a few months ago when my tool buddy at my local Lowe’s asked
Installing caulking anchors, Pak-Tite and other drop in anchors can be a hassle. I have broken many depth stop rods and had to guesstimate the
Here in the South, spring or fall are the best times for aeration. In our area, heavy clay soils require frequent aeration, but check with
Like many of you, my love of things green and growing was instilled by my parents. My mom loved having a vegetable garden and my dad loved
Wallboard, paneling, acoustic tiles and linoleum flooring all had to go before the basement bath project could begin. Looking at the room for the first
Oscillating Multitools Take the Market by Storm
We have seen many cordless outdoor products, mostly string trimmers and some hedge clippers. It doesn’t even feel right comparing the Stihl HSA-65 to any
Putting together a commercial blower review without these two companies products would have been wrong. Many readers had asked for us to take a look
Stocking stuffers for home improvement heroes are my favorite items to shop for. First and most importantly I don’t have to break the bank on
Regardless of whether you have a workshop in a closet, basement, garage or a full-fledged woodworking, mechanics or metal-working shop, organization is the key to productive, safe and enjoyable work.
The past few months I have been dealing with router table issues. My old setup would not hold its position in the table and after
Like many woodworkers, I certainly look for devices that make joinery simple. While at IWF I spoke with Peter Harper of General Tools and he
Pressure washers come in a variety of sizes, from the commercial washers with the capability of ejecting large amounts of steam to the smallest DIY
Several months ago I tested a Wagner Paint Eater and found it to exceed my expectations. I used it for its intended purpose, removing loose
Over the past few years it seems power tool accessories were not receiving much love from the press. While in Milwaukee in July with my
This past weekend wrapped up the traditional end to summer and like many of you, my family spent it on the lake. We have two
This weekend was one of the hottest in years with triple digit highs and heat index of more than 110 degrees, so outside work
Our friend Jay at Ohio Tool is sponsoring this year’s Ohio Tool Racing Championships. Yes, a race of my power tool versus your power tool,
Recently I tested a Husqvarna GTH26V48LS Garden Tractor. The first thing I noticed is Husqvarna used a seriously thick deck for its mower. The deck
One of the best things about our work is when we get to visit with tool manufacturers and try out new tools and see what
Power tool accessories make trusted tools more versatile than ever.
One of the cooler demonstrations we had at Bosch was the new technology used in its Speed-X Masonry Drill Bits. The rig used to test
When Milwaukee introduced its painting system it ventured into new territory for the Wisconsin based company known for its quality commercial power tools. The Milwaukee is
When Bosch first introduced this little drill at its 2009 World Media Event, the woodworking editors salivated over getting
Lawn and Garden Father’s Day Ideas Husqvarna introduces its Extreme Mower for landowners and we just couldn’t resist putting
I spent the last week in Chicago at the Bosch Media Event held at its Chicago headquarters. The Bosch event is unique in that it
Extreme How-To will be suggesting some ideal Father’s Day gifts during the next few weeks. Today’s suggestion is for the dad who appreciates fine-quality workmanship
Two tools I discovered invaluable in my latest tile job are the Bosch Tile Layout Laser and the Wagner PaintEater. The Bosch Laser built for
Rarely have I had tool failures, but this week has been an exception. Monday night I had a Dremel rotary tool die an ignoble death.
Installing ceramic or porcelain tile should not be an intimidating project and with the right tools you can get professional results. My first tile installations
Bosch Introduces Impact Tough™ Accessories Mount Prospect, Ill., March 26, 2010 – Bosch Power Tools and Accessories this week introduces a full range of accessory
Just like you, I cringe when I have to pick up material for a big project. The current stage of dock renovation is painting everything,
Well this past weekend temperatures here in the Deep South hit the mid 80s. What happened to the mild 70s I wanted? The greening of
You have seen HID lights, the bright-bluish white car headlamps that were once only found on high end sports models but are more prevalent now.
Bosch Laser Dual Line Laser 360 degree coverage
This past weekend I had a few tools to use and review that I was really excited about. Now many times, these great expectations die a quick
A couple of products being reviewed this weekend have me excited. For starters I will be taking a look at a new HID Flashlight from
Howard Hughes, eclectic, reclusive and sometimes nutty billionaire was not a Horatio Alger rags to riches story. What was the source of his fortune? If
What did the Apollo 8 astronauts use to fasten down tools during weightlessness on their 1968 moon-orbiting voyage? Answer in the comments section below. Hint,
Do you remember the first real knife you ever had? I mean a knife that didn’t come from a gumball machine or a discount store and was made in Pakistan. It was probably a Schrade, Boker, Gerber or a Buck. Well mine was a Buck 110 and I will never forget how different it was from my other pretend knives. The blade stayed sharp and it didn’t rust at the first sign of humidity. I kept up with that knife through college, which is amazing since I lost sunglasses at a rate that kept many offshore sweat-shop mini factories in business. I discovered Ray-Bans in college, the aviator glasses I was told were a good way to attract girls. I still have Ray-Bans from college. I think there is an innate desire in us to hold onto items we perceive to have quality. So the extra money spent on such items, I came to see as an investment.
I was talking with my good friend Doug Mahoney yesterday. Doug is editor of ToolSnob, and writes the tool columns for Popular Science and Popular
Auger bit users dread few things worse than encountering nails hidden in studs, joists, or sill plates. Until now, those hidden nails typically meant two
Milwaukee Sawzalls are a favorite tool around here. The Sawzall maybe fifty years old but it still holds a treasured spot in every renovators box.
A few years ago, Matt Weber and I did a review of demolition tools. I don’t know that any other category of tools gets our
We all know Bosch makes top quality tools and the 26618 drill/driver is no exception. With 1500 inch pounds of torque, the impactor leads its
HVLP sprayers offer the highest quality finish available for woodworking, automotive, furniture or any other application that requires an immaculate finish, and the 1040VR is the
Several months ago we were asked to test a prototype of Skil’s new flooring saw. I had an installation of 1100 square feet of flooring waiting that I needed to get done before spring 2010, so we agreed to use the new saw and run it through its paces. When the saw arrived, Matt Weber and I both picked up the saw and wondered if maybe the saw had been shipped in two different packages. It was that light. We opened the package and everything was there, but the saw itself was smaller than we expected and Skil used an aluminum base to save weight.
Amana Tool announces its line of solid surface router bits, featuring undermount bowl router bits for trimming and finishing counter-top edges in undermount sink bowl
Milwaukee Tool’s M12 Radio is our featured tool. The M12 uses the same popular M12 battery that powers its cordless 12 volt series tools and
Advances in design make today’s levels easier to use than ever before.
The Skil Corporation invented portable circular saws just after World War II and, in fact, “Skilsaw” became synonymous with the tools. The new saws allowed
What tool is the most popular do-it-yourselfer tool? The cordless electric drill/driver.
The MULE Wet Rated Oscillating Fan is designed to bring powerful cooling to outdoor spaces while maintaining durability in wet conditions. With a black matte finish, this fan is built to withstand the elements, making it perfect for covered patios, porches, and other outdoor areas. Its 80-degree oscillation ensures widespread airflow, creating a natural breeze […]
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