Tools

Acilo/Getty Images It’s fun to walk around in a hardware store if you’ve got a big wad of cash burning a hole in your pocket, gawking at all the cool tools and utilities you could get. If you’ve only got a single Hamilton in your wallet, though, that might put a bit of a damper […]

Makita has made a name for itself — not only for being a reliable tool company, but also for having a unique selection. There are strange tools like dust blowers, heated jackets, and a whole line of outdoor adventure products to make outdoor activities like camping and fishing more enjoyable. However, Makita has also expanded

It’s pretty clear when you’re browsing the shelves of your local Home Depot that Ryobi makes many different products. The company has its own version of nearly every power tool and major electrical or motorized appliance in the store. As the retailer’s associate brand, Ryobi typically aims to offer affordable alternatives that favor value-per-dollar over

By Alli Hill/July 27, 2024 3: 30 pm EST Ryobi has expanded its affordable tool brand to DIY home projects. Interchangeable battery systems, budget pricing, and simplicity make Ryobi a good choice for casual and semi-professional crafters. You can add power and precision to any type of craft, from tile and woodworking to polishing and cutting

darksoul72/Shutterstock For over a century, one of the few brands still making power tools in the United States, Makita, has provided the public high quality tools at relatively reasonable prices. Throughout the years, its range of power tool offerings has greatly increased, from those that everyone should have around the house to ones better suited

Flavijus/Getty Images Makita is widely regarded as one of the best power tool brands on the market. The company makes a few affordable handheld power tools, but most of them are on the pricier side. Quality doesn’t come cheap after all, so building up your collection of Makita tools can cost a pretty penny. That’s

Milwaukee It’s important to have the right tools on hand when working hard on a job site or doing a DIY project at home, but it’s just as important to have the right safety gear. While that includes obvious items like gloves and safety glasses, it also includes equipment that will keep you cool and

Milwaukee Whether you’re browsing the tool aisle at Home Depot or walking through the doors of Ace Hardware, you’re more than likely going to notice Milwaukee, a top-rated tool brand. Many professionals and amateurs use Milwaukee for different types of undertakings, whether it’s a do-it-yourself project or a contract job. Aside from the over 250 tools being

Igor Nikushin/Shutterstock Rust is the bane of any metal collector, whether they have a bounty of old coins or just an extensive wall of nuts and bolts for future projects. Once something rusts or corrodes, it loses its value or viability as a fastener. Cleaning something like a large coin collection by hand would take

Jacek_sopotnicki/Getty Images Riding lawn mowers can be invaluable tools homeowners, ensuring a clean and healthy-looking lawn or backyard and coming in a wide array of styles and power levels. No matter what lawn mower brand you choose, proper maintenance goes a long way in maintaining both functionality and longevity. Maintenance may differ slightly depending on

When you’ve got a really awful mess on your hands, something too intense to handle with just a rag and some elbow grease, what are you supposed to do? You could try using some more intensive cleaning chemicals, but depending on the surface, harsh chemicals may end up doing more harm than good. If you

If you’re a DIYer, someone who works with tools professionally, or even a casual hobbyist, you’ve probably heard of Ryobi. The company is one of the most popular power tool brands on the market, supplying everything from drills and impact drivers to lawn equipment and pressure washers. Ryobi has an exclusive partnership with Home Depot,