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What is an impact driver?
Designed to drive a screw into wood, an impact driver uses a hammering effect to provide far higher torques than even a heavy-duty drill can muster.
Why you need a palm nailer
If you drive nails, you should probably have a palm nailer in your tool box.
House painting: Repairing blistering paint
Fortunately, blistering paint can be easily and seamlessly repaired – once the underlying cause is remedied.
Your guide to plumbing valves
The first step in repairing valves is understanding how they work.
Brushless motors: The newest cool tool advance
The new brushless motors promise reduced maintenance and longer run times.
Building a shipping container home
Cargo container-based construction is common in Europe, New Zealand and Korea because of its strength, affordability, sustainability and reduced construction time.
6 tips from professional painters
Improving the flow of paint, using spray adhesive to mask instead of tape, and more.
How to install frame scaffolding
Safe and convenient when erected properly – disastrous when done wrong.
How to build a roof to withstand extreme weather
Even if some shingles blow away during a storm a storm-resistant roof will provides an effective barrier to minimize damage to the structure and interior of the house.