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What happens in Vegas doesn’t necessarily stay in Vegas, not when it’s news from the World of Concrete 2017 trade show anyway. I’d share everything I saw at this wonderland of concrete and construction tools, …
Written by: Michael Springer
On the long list of skills I don’t possess, mudding and finishing drywall is pretty close to the top. There is ample evidence of this in my earlier DIY projects, where I spent hours feathering …
Written by: Phil
Electronics, Milwaukee Tool, Tools
There was a time when infrared imaging was the domain only of the military and law enforcement. You know, those FLIR videos taken from a police helicopter showing a fleeing felon “hiding” in the bushes …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Now I know why I’ve been putting off re-attaching that two foot piece of quarter-round moulding for the last 18 months: Home Fixated just received a “Next-Gen” cordless nailer from Hitachi to review, the NT1865DM. …
Written by: Peter
Accessories, Lighting, Ridgid, Tools
For pros and avid DIYers alike, it’s generally considered desirable to be able to see what the hell you’re doing. Being a mature, experienced individual – in other words, an old fart – my eyesight …
Written by: Phil
In their relentless quest to create a cord-free job site, the major tool makers have been introducing beefed-up cordless tools at an incredible rate. Their developers and engineers are clearly a pretty sharp bunch – …
Written by: Phil
Ah, autumn in the Northeast! A couple of weeks ago, I was enjoying the 74° weather as I toiled outside. When I woke up this morning, it was 31°, although as I write this, it’s …
Written by: Phil
There inevitably comes a time in life when one is forced to cut the proverbial cord. When it comes to tools, power cords can be a real hassle, tethering you to the nearest AC outlet …
Written by: Steve
When Kobalt offered the chance to review their 4.3 gallon Quiet Tech compressor, I was attracted to its built-in portability and deep blue charm. But really, it’s an air compressor. If you’ve used one you’ve …
Written by: Steve
Lighting, Milwaukee Tool, Tools
Like most men, I like bright, shiny objects. That is especially true if the bright, shiny object is actually a flashlight. Milwaukee sent us their M12 LED Spotlight several months ago and I have been …
Written by: Marc Lyman