Remodeling Tools & Equipment

Today’s power tools are designed to be lightweight and easy to use, but knowing which power tool is the right one for the job can be confusing. Many of us have a cordless screwdriver in our...

Sandblasting is done with a variety of cutting media. Materials other than sand used widely include aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, crushed walnut shells and glass beads. Brown sand and white...

The brad nailer and the finish nailer are both power tools. There purposes vary. However, they both make building tasks easier to accomplish.

Concrete polishing equipment can be expensive to own but is reasonable when rented. If you are planning on doing one concrete polishing project, you can rent the mechanical equipment and buy the...

The Wagner Paint Crew is a contractor-grade piston pump paint sprayer also available to the homeowner. The sprayer consists of a reservoir and pumping unit, a pressure hose and a hand-held spray...

A cement mixer is handy to have around when you have big amounts of cement to prepare. Instead of mixing the cement by hand with a mixing hoe, you can toss the dry mix in the cement mixer, which...

If you are doing a lot of work at ladder height, drywall stilts can save you time. They are surprisingly easy to use, but you will need to be cautious. It is easy to forget you are wearing them,...

When you need to know the height of an object with an extreme degree of accuracy, fine-tuned height gauges are your best bet. While there are newer height gauges with digital read-outs,...

While the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) does not classify latex paint as hazardous waste, most waste disposal facilities will not accept wet paint of any kind. Extrapolating data from...

Standard Makita variable speed reversible drills have three operating controls: the trigger, trigger lock, and a direction lever. The trigger controls the speed of the drill bit. When drilling...

If you have already chosen not to use Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW,) then you need to choose what flux core wires you're going to use.Unlike the solid wires used in GMAW, flux core wires contain a...

Hitachi produces several models of cordless drill/drivers. One of the most popular ordinary-duty models is the 12-volt NiCad battery version available for around $90 at most home improvement...

Whether you are using a corded or cordless Skilsaw, it is important for your safety that you understand how to use it properly and safely. The circular saw is probably ranked near the top of the...

There are several types of air compressors, including electric, gasoline powered, uprights, oil free, and two-stage compressors. All have different capabilities. Air compressors provide power,...

In addition to standard dimensions in length, the angle is one of the most common home construction calculations. Framing, roofing and basic woodworking all depend on exact angle measurements and...

Resins are naturally occurring compounds most commonly produced by trees. These highly adhesive, viscous liquids have been used for many thousands of years as sealants, solvents and even as...

Conveyors and conveyor systems are mechanical equipment that is responsible for transporting materials from one location to another. They provide quick and easy transportation and are particularly...

A scissor lift, a commonly used form of aerial lift often employed in heavy construction jobs, enables you to reach high areas and move around underneath it with much more freedom to work than you...

Carpentry is a rewarding trade, which can be gratifying, because it involves repair and creation of tactile objects. To be a good carpenter you have to develop skill with tools and processes, and...

A reciprocating saw is a versatile tool that allows you to perform cuts in places that no other saw can access. The versatility of the saw stems from the interchangeable blades used with the saw....

When cutting ceramic tile either for a floor or wall, using the proper tools becomes paramount. Along with the appropriate electric drill, the correct drill bit is essential to doing the job right.

Miter saws are used for making precisely angled cuts. Most of them can cut on both the miter and the bevel angles. The saw motor mounts an automatically retracting guard that covers the blade when...

The Farrow System is an environmentally safe method of cleaning that quickly removes graffiti, protective coatings and oxidation without damaging the surfaces. This revolutionary system can clean...

At low power levels, laser light is relatively harmless. While few laser devices emit power at the level even remotely approaching the level of science fiction "death rays," laser light is a...

Sandpaper was first mass produced in 1834, but dates back to China in the early 13th century. Similar to sandpaper, sanding sponges are used to smooth an object's grit or texture. The grit level...

Rivets are heavy-duty fasteners, usually made of metal or strong plastic, which bind two or more layers of industrial materials together. They are the best way to securely attach these materials...

Cordless drills have become very popular over the last decade, and can be found from most power tool manufacturers. The Makita and Ryobi brands are two that have been around for a long time and...

Dielectric grease is commonly referred to as silicon grease. It has a number of practical applications ranging from being used as a lubricant in machine shops to use in chemical laboratories.

Some shop vacuum cleaners have a power tool switch that allows the vacuum to be controlled by the sander. It will run on for a few seconds too, so that debris in the hose is cleared. This is the...

Bosch reciprocating saws can cut many different material--and each material has a different blade available for it. Next time you're at thevhardware store, take a look at the selection and pick up...

The driver setting on a drill can be used in high speed and low speed settings. Drive mode is used in a low-speed environment for drill bits up to ¼-inch. You would use low speed for deck or...

A texture gun can add designer finish to any wall or ceiling. Texture is also great for hiding blemishes or unevenness in an existing drywall surface. Sprayed texture is inexpensive but can...

A paint mixer attaches to a power drill to mix paint in the can. It does a much better job of mixing paint than doing it by hand. A mixer is a good investment and is inexpensive. A properly mixed...

Stripping the plastic insulation off a piece of copper wire can be useful in a number of situations. Besides exposing the end of a wire to connect it to an electrical device, stripping wire can...

Drills come in many different sizes and configurations. Despite these variances, cordless portable, corded and even big drill presses use a chuck to hold a drill bit needed for the boring...

Table saws are used for straight-line cutting. Cuts can include cross cuts, ripping, mitering, beveling and compound cutting. Table saws are also great for cabinet-making and woodworking because...

Air compressors come from the factory completely assembled. Carefully take the compressor out of the box and check for loose accessories. The compressor should come with a hose, ordinarily 25-feet...

Regulating the air pressure is important because all air tools, like nail guns, have a maximum pressure rating. The manufacturer determines this, and the number will be printed in the operator's...

Air compressors are used for operating air-powered tools like nail guns and staplers. They can also be used with optional air-related add-ons to inflate things like boats. Other add-ons include...

Radial arm saws are designed for crosscutting wood--cutting wood against the grain. They can be used for ripping---cutting with the grain, but a regular table saw is better for that. Try it,...

Cordless impact drivers can drill into concrete, brick or other masonry--something standard drills can't. Just like a normal drill, you can also use these drivers for drilling into wood, ceramics,...

Quality wrenches and other tools are a good investment and are meant to give us years of service. Occasions arise when a tool is left outside and forgotten until it is needed for the next task. By...

Circular saws can be used for all types of wood product cutting--lumber, plywood and paneling. The saws can cross-cut and rip cut. They also can be set to bevel cut and pocket cut. The blade...

Table saws are used for straight line cutting. Cuts can include cross cuts, ripping, mitering, beveling and compound cutting. Table saws are also great for cabinet making and woodworking because...

Sanding drywall the old way can be a messy process. But new drywall vacuum sander systems drastically reduce the amount of dust you'll have to deal with. Keep in mind that the vacuum sanding...

Compressors provide the air which a pneumatic nailer needs to push a nail into the object to be nailed. Compressors can be used to provide compressed air to various pneumatic tools in addition to...

Rust occurs as a chemical reaction between water and steel or iron surfaces. An acid forms on the surface of the metal causing the rust to corrode the wrench. It is important to inspect your tools...

Applications for power planers include planing the edge of a wooden door or shelf. You can simply plane a piece of very rough lumber to get a smooth finish, or you can add rabbet cuts in the wood....

Before using your planer, set the blade depth. Blade depth is usually adjusted in 1/64 inch increments. Normal adjustments can be from 0 to 3/32 inches. When you start planing a piece of lumber...

A miter saw is an invaluable tool when doing corner work on wood molding or when trying to cut 2-by-4 boards at an angle to frame a roof. Understanding the parts of a miter saw can help you...