Phil 
Ever wonder what goes on in your garage when you’re not around? This may mean you have way too much time on your hands. In your defense, though, there might be an alternative explanation. I …
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As I’ve admitted previously, even though I carry a pocket knife most of the time, I am NOT an afficionado of high-end cutlery. When I whip out my knife, it’s usually to perform some unglamorous …
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Of the many tools in my collection, there are a few I take to just about every job. A tape measure is one; an impact driver is another. An oscillating multi-tool, or OMT, almost always …
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Got cracks? Or gouges, holes, deep scrapes, or unsightly gaps? Congratulations – you must be a homeowner! Or maybe a renter, wondering what portion of your security deposit the evil landlord will retain because of …
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In the category of “Best candidate for cordless tools,” nailers have to be at or near the top of the list. Regularly using a tool that can launch chunks of steel at high velocity, while …
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Gardening, Landscaping, Milwaukee Tool, Tools
In recent years, Milwaukee Tool has steadily increased its lineup of battery-powered, pro-grade OPE (Outdoor Power Equipment). The array includes hedge clippers, blowers, string trimmers, a chainsaw with a 16” bar, and more. All these …
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Accessories, Gardening, Landscaping, Milwaukee Tool, Tools
When it comes to landscaping work, one of the most miserable jobs is trying to remove old bushes and trees. The actual cutting down of the offending tree or shrub isn’t usually too onerous a …
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I don’t know about your neck of the woods, but last summer here in southwestern PA was long and HOT. Plenty of 90+ degree days, with the occasional thunderstorm to introduce some extra humidity into …
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Featured, Plumbing, Ryobi, Tools
Until fairly recently, whenever I had a plumbing job to do, it was done with copper. Period. I was aware of the newfangled stuff called PEX, of course, and had heard others tout how easy …
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Featured, Milwaukee Tool, Tools
Although the brand names will vary, there are certain tools you’ll find on every framing carpentry crew: Framing hammers. Circular saws. Chop saws. Rafter squares. And framing nailers. While that last one definitely makes the …
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