DeWALT Dust Extraction Systems

By Robert Robillard

DeWALT Dust Extraction Systems For Cordless And Corded SDS Rotary Hammers A few weeks ago I toured the Black & Decker University for a media event. I really enjoyed learning about several new DEWALT product lines and even had an opportunity to test some of the DeWALT Dust Extraction Systems with corded and cordless SDS…

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Wall Framing Tips

By Robert Robillard

Tips On How To Frame A Wall People always ask me why studs are placed 16″ on center? 16 inch on center, or 16″ o.c., means that from the center of one stud to the center of the next stud is approximately 16 inches. Wall studs , floor joists and rafters are spaced this way…

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3rd Hand .357

By Robert Robillard

Jack Tracy, a General Contractor and Builder with over 25 years experience, recently sent me The Original 3rd Hand .357™ to evaluate. Jack designed this innovative safety device and I was excited to see if it really worked. 3rd Hand .357saw safety-guard The 3rd Hand .357™ employs a thumb lever that allows the operator to raise…

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STRIKER Mechanical Pencil

By Robert Robillard

STRIKER Mechanical Carpenter Pencil The Flat Carpenter Pencil is a long time favorite of carpenters, roofers, woodworkers, and other tradesmen in the construction industry. The flat carpenter pencil is often given out by lumber yards and building supply houses as a way to market their business.  Introducing the STRIKER Mechanical Pencil. The popularity of this…

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Cannon PowerShot SX2120

By Robert Robillard

The Perfect Blogging Camera You may have noticed the difference in the quality of my blog pictures lately.  It’s because I  found The Perfect Blogging Camera! If you follow this blog your aware that I take alot of my own pictures as well as tool review videos. Recently my old camera died and I found myself…

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Towel Storage Solution

By Robert Robillard

Pool Towel Storage Solution If you’ve ever had a pool you know that three kids and a bunch of friends produce a ton of wet towels. If your kids are like mine they use a towel, drop it somewhere and awhile later they’re reaching for a new dry towel. The first towel was still clean…

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Top 10 Energy Savers On A Budget

By Robert Robillard

Home Energy Savers   The following Top 10 Energy Savers On A Budget will help you save energy and money on your heating and cooling bills. 10 Best Bang For The Buck Energy Savers: 1. Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs. 2. Lock windows [winter or summer with the a/c] to create a better…

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CHANNELLOCK

By Robert Robillard

CHANNELLOCK Has A Fierce New Web-Site Company Launches New Web Site, Its Latest American-Made Tool MEADVILLE, Pa. (July 2, 2010) — CHANNELLOCK®, the leader in the design and manufacturing of high-quality pliers and hand tools, today unveiled its latest American-made tool – a fully redesigned, improved Web site. The new Channellock.com was created in the…

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