Goodness me, there’s just so much to keep up with in the world of power tools. Head over to your local hardware store, and you’ll find literally dozens of different contraptions (change that to hundreds if you’re shopping online) just for drilling holes and screws. With so many different options, styles, designs, and manufacturers to … Read more
When it comes to specialty saws like scroll saws and band saws, sometimes it can be difficult to determine which one to purchase. Why do I need a scroll saw? Why do I need a band saw? What do they do? We will show you exactly what tool will perform the best based on your … Read more
Although chop saws and miter saws essentially share the same basic function, there are in fact significant differences between the two. For anyone thinking about purchasing one or the other, it would be wise to understand these key differences, in order to ensure that you get the most appropriate tool for your specific needs.Intro to … Read more
A ladder is a ladder is a ladder, right? Hmm. Ask the guy who compound-fractured his femur when his cheaply-made extension ladder folded underneath him from 12’ high. Truth is, there actually isn’t a whole lot to distinguish between ladders when comparing styles, materials, and manufacturers, but there are a definitely a few things you’ll want to … Read more
Anyone who works with a saw in their home or business knows that it’s important to have good quality tools. You may have several different saws that you’ve used for different tasks and now you’re wondering what kind you should get when you need to replace what you have. Maybe you haven’t done a lot … Read more
Bostitch and Porter-Cable are two popular power tool companies. Both brands are known for their commitment to durability, performance, and quality. Their power tools are among the most power, accurate, and reliable on the market. But which of the two brands is better? Today, we’re going to compare the two brands head to head, in … Read more
Porter-Cable and Bosch are two power tool companies you hear a lot about. Both brands, and their extensive tool lines, are popular on professional job sites and for home DIY projects across North America. But which brand comes out on top as the best? Our head-to-head comparison strives to answer this pressing question by breaking … Read more
Ask The Saw Guy Talk with Tool Experts & Woodworkers in minutes 24/7 Need Help? Talk with a tool expert in minutes Brian, Woodworker 2,153 satisfied customers Licensed Contractor – 17 years Brian, Woodworker 2,153 satisfied customers Message 3 Home Improvement Experts are Online Now Start Chat The band saw and the table saw; two … Read more
Ask The Saw GuyTalk with Tool Experts & Woodworkers in minutes 24/7Need Help?Talk with a tool expert in minutes Brian, Woodworker2,153 satisfied customersLicensed Contractor – 17 years Brian, Woodworker2,153 satisfied customers Message 3 Home Improvement Experts are Online Now Start Chat Unless you’re in the business full-time, it’s tough to keep up with power tool … Read more
Multi-tools are like the utility man in baseball – there to be useful for any situation that might arise. They might not be the first-choice or preferred option, but they’ll be effective no matter what you ask them to do. (We’ll consider Ben Zobrist the Leatherman of Major League Baseball, then). While there’s plenty of manufacturers … Read more
Which is better – Milwaukee or Makita? Good question. In the world of power tools, they’re two of the heavyweights. Milwaukee, especially, in the past decade or so has really come to be regarded as the absolute best of the best; if you want to have an impressive tool collection, make your friends jealous, and … Read more
You’ve surely noticed by now all this talk of ‘brushless motors’ on cordless drills, hammer drills, etc. – it seems to be the biggest craze to hit the DIY/power tool market since cordless power tools themselves. But, like the famous Austin Powers line, you might be wondering – what does it all mean, Basil? What is a … Read more