Tools

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Brett Hondow/Shutterstock Like you, we’re always looking for the best deals on the best tools, whether they’re for a DIY project or for your job as a professional tradesperson. Often, that leads to us looking at big box stores, where low prices can be achieved […]

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The Atlas of Photos/Shutterstock Measuring things is an essential part of building—whether you’re a professional contractor or an occasional DIY-er, you must have a reliable measurement device to ensure you’re getting the correct dimensions for whatever you’re doing. After all, most experienced builders say that

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. With its wide range of applications, the Makita 18V LXT High Speed Blower/Inflator is a useful cordless tool that can not only perform multiple functions but is convenient to use thanks to its compact design and one-handed controls. Despite coming in a relatively small package,

With hurricane season well underway, it’s a good idea to take stock of what tools you own to help in a disaster. Even more, it’s better to do this before a storm hits, so you’ll be well-prepared if and when the possibility of damaged trees and flooding does occur. If you find that your disaster

Keith Homan/Shutterstock There are loads of major tool brands on the market today, which can make it difficult for newcomers to the scene to choose the right one for them. If you’re in this camp and are experimenting with different labels, Milwaukee is more than worth giving a shot. The company has been around for

Thomas Barwick/Getty Images Tailgating is a cornerstone of sports culture, giving fans a place to celebrate before, during, and after a big game. Whether you have a ticket or just plan to hear the cheers from the parking lot, tailgating has become a social phenomenon just as vibrant and essential as the game itself. It’s

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When it comes to making yourself heard over the crowd, the classic way to do it is with a handheld air horn. Nothing says, «Hey, pay attention to me,» like a quick blast of sound from the palm of your hand. Regular air horns use

If there’s anything a skilled day laborer could use to make their lives a bit easier, it’s a sturdy work belt. It doesn’t need to be a full-on Batman-style utility belt loaded with an array of ridiculously specific gadgets; it just needs to be thick, resilient, and have lots of hooks and pockets for hanging

Makita was founded in 1915, but didn’t start making power tools until 1958. The performance and reliability of Makita’s tools landed the company at the top of our rankings of the world’s top power tool brands, in part based on the LXT series of woodworking tools. That set includes the 40 volt router shown above,

Kathrin Ziegler/Getty Images Hand tools are slower, more physically demanding, and sometimes even harder to use than their powered brethren. Every major tool brand produces them, yet so many DIYers focus most of their attention on power alternatives. Even so, there’s something special about chiseling out a recess or retooling a screw thread under the

One of the leading power tool brands on the market is Milwaukee, and you’ve likely come across the company’s signature products at one point or another. Its powerful cordless tools are conveniently separated into different systems that share interchangeable lithium-ion batteries and chargers so that you can quickly swap out power sources from tool to