Ridgid 8-inch Wet Tile Saw

By ralph mroz

Ridgid 8-inch Wet Tile Saw The Ridgid 8-inch Wet Tile Saw (model R4041S) is a tool that all Type 2 (skilled DIYers) and Type 3 (general contracting pro) tradespersons will want.  Both of these trades types do tile work from occasionally to several times a year.  In fact, this saw has received praise from many…

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Ridgid 18V Cordless Bluetooth Speaker

By John Peachey

Ridgid 18V Cordless Bluetooth Speaker (R84088) Specifications: Dynamic sound quality with deep bass and clear highs Dimensions: H 6.75 in, W 4.75 in, L 3.5 in 2-7/8 inch speaker delivers 6X clearer sound compared to the R84086 Mini Bluetooth Radio 15 watt amplifier 200 foot Bluetooth connectivity range 2 Amp USB port charges personal devices Compact design Multiple…

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Hybrid Power Tools: Corded and Cordless

By Rob Foster

Hybrid Power Tools: Corded and Cordless Each passing year companies introduce new power tools that were once only reserved to run on electricity or air but, with advancements in battery technology, these boundaries are being torn down. Let’s talk Hybrid Power Tools: Corded and Cordless. Cordless finish and framing nailers, routers, sanders, compressors and even…

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RIDGID 18 Volt Cordless Brad Nailer

By Robert Robillard

RIDGID HyperDrive 2-1/8 Brushless Brad Nailer R09890B Review I’ve been saying for a while not that RIDGID should come out with a more robust version of the Ryobi cordless brad nailer. Cordless tool technology is continuing to advance to the point of “cutting the cord,” and now the “air hoses” too. Cordless air nailer technology…

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Ridgid HYPERDRIVE 18v Finish Nailer Giveaway

By Scott Arnold

Ridgid HYPERDRIVE 18v Finish Nailer Giveaway – Model R09892B Finish guns are an essential part of any carpenter’s tool box. While gas powered finish nailers have been around a long time I find them finicky and the gas cartridges are pricey, today’s innovative engineering now allows us to consider a variety of cordless finish nailers on the…

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RIDGID Gen5 X Cordless Combo Kit Review

By Scott Arnold

  RIDGID Gen5 X Tool Kit Review In a few weeks, RIDGID will unveil their latest and greatest in 18v cordless brushed motor technology called Gen5x. We have had the opportunity to test out these new cordless power tools for about a month now. We are certainly impressed with these new tools.  If there wasn’t a…

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RIDGID Gen5X 5pc Combo Kit

By Scott Arnold

RIDGID Announces Gen5X 5pc Combo Kit RIDGID has announced the next generation in power tools, the RIDGID Gen5X 5pc Combo Kit.  The secret with the new Gen5X’s is it’s magnet motor, which has been designed to provide the more power, run-time, and performance. The tools are powered by the HYPER 4.0 Lithium Ion battery that…

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Ridgid WD1450 14 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum

By Ben Carmichael

Ridgid WD1450 14-Gallon 6-Horsepower Wet/Dry Vacuum Review Of all the tools I consider essential, there is one that that people don’t often think of: the wet/dry vacuum. Why is it so essential? Quite simple: it keep things clean and it helps keep you efficient. In order to build things, you have to cut things. I…

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