Milwaukee Voltage Detector CAT IV

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee Voltage Detector with LED I always say SAFETY FIRST! Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation recently released their new CAT IV 1000 volt Voltage Detector with LED. This voltage tester detects voltage at a wide range of 50-1000 AC and integrates an extra bright LED work light to illuminate the work space. “We continue to focus…

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Craftsman Accutrac Laser Measuring Tool

By Robert Robillard

ACCUTRAC LASER MEASURING TOOL, MODEL # 48277 Handling a 100 ft. steel tape measure isn’t the easiest task especially if you’re working solo. The Craftsman® Accutrac® Laser Measuring Tool is like having an assistant and more. This easy-to-operate, pocket calculator measures distances up to 100 ft. with +/- accuracy of 1/8 in. The icon labeled…

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Duo-Fast Coil Siding Nailer

By Robert Robillard

Duo-Fast Construction Coil Siding Nailer Review Installing siding or trim by hand is by far the most superior method of nailing but not always the most efficient use of time. In the carpentry and remodeling field these days people are expecting us to do more for less. Too many people are out of work and…

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DEWALT Compact Router

By Robert Robillard

Many carpenter use trim routers but not many trim routers plunge! DEWALT just announced the launch of its new Compact Router, which combines power, ease-of-use, ergonomic features and innovations designed for visibility, control and overall performance. DEWALT  Compact Router DWP611 This compact Router, is available as a fixed base unit (DWP611) and a fixed/plunge base…

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Circular Saw Review: Dewalt DWE575

By Robert Robillard

DeWALT DWS535 Circular Saw DEWALT recently introduced a new worm drive sat, the DeWALT DWS535 Worm Drive Circular Saw.  Its a heavy-duty 7-1/4″ Worm Drive Saw designed for framers. Carpenters from coast to coast have used worm drive saws for framing, stair and roof rafter construction.   “Worm drive” is the name of the gears inside…

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Laser Guide For The Miter Saws

By Robert Robillard

Miter Saw Laser I’ve always been intrigued by laser guides on saws but was never really impressed with their accuracy. Laser guides have made it possible for saw operators to use their saws in a safer and more accurate manner than ever before. Recently LaserUS Inc. sent me a pair of their laser guides to…

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WarmlyYours Heating for Concrete Floors

By Robert Robillard

WarmlyYours Provides Heating for Concrete Floors Make Sunrooms, Patios, Basements and Garages Year-Round Comfort Zones with Concrete Floor Heating from WarmlyYours.com. Spice Up Cold Concrete Floors with Energy-Efficient Radiant Heat Any room can be a comfy room year-round—even a room that is more susceptible to cooling seasonal temperatures. All you need is  to turn any…

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Bostitch Cordless Framing Nailer

By Robert Robillard

Bostitch® has released the world’s first cordless 28° wire-weld framing nailer kit – model GF28WW. The Bostitch Cordless Framing Nailer also touts the ability to drive wire-weld clipped head nails without any conversion required. Its lightweight design (only 7.7 pounds), combined with an over-molded grip, works with the user to offer maximum comfort and minimize fatigue…

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