Posts tagged: @intheworkshop

In the Workshop: Bandsaws

Posted Jul 13th 2010 9:30AM by Joe Provey

Want to step up your woodworking projects? Consider a band saw for your workshop.

In the Workshop: Adjustable Wrenches

Posted Jun 4th 2010 8:30AM by Doug Mahoney

In the Workshop: Grinders

Posted May 10th 2010 1:00PM by Joe Provey

Grinders are versatile tools designed for cutting and shaping very hard materials, including metal and masonry.

In the Workshop: Pliers

Posted Apr 23rd 2010 10:00AM by Doug Mahoney

The four most common types of pliers, and what each is used for.

In the Workshop: Belt Sanders

Posted Apr 16th 2010 11:00AM by Joe Provey

For big sanding jobs, turn to this portable power tool.

In the Workshop: Cordless Drills

Posted Apr 7th 2010 9:00AM by Doug Mahoney

Because it does double duty as a drill and a driver, the cordless drill is an essential part of the tool repertoire.

In the Workshop: Fixed Wrenches

Posted Mar 31st 2010 11:00AM by Doug Mahoney

The most common types of fixed wrenches are the open end wrench, the box-end wrench, the box end wrench, and the combination wrench.

In the Workshop: Circular Saws

Posted Mar 19th 2010 10:00AM by Doug Mahoney

The circular saw is the best all-around cutting tool: compact, powerful, and versatile.

In the Workshop: 5 FAQs About Nails

Posted Mar 17th 2010 9:30AM by Doug Mahoney

Do you know what the d in 16d nails stands for? Here's some useful trivia about the world's most versatile fastener.

In the Workshop: Utility Knives

Posted Mar 16th 2010 9:00AM by Doug Mahoney

On any given work day, my utility knife is opening boxes, cutting plastic sheeting, trimming shims, sharpening my pencil, and likely scraping dried joint compound off my putty knife. The list of its regular achievements goes on and on. In fact, it might be the most important tool I own. It's a simple item, but there are a few key things to look for when buying one.