Tools for Home Building Archives - Page 21 of 791

June 30, 2012

  Can you recommend an infrared thermometer to use on cast-iron cookware? I don't need one good enough for engineering applications--it just has to be accurate from 325°F to 550°F. Janet

June 29, 2012

I need to buy a laser level for leveling concrete forms. I'd also like it to work for leveling cabinets, once I get to that point. I don't need or…

June 23, 2012

I recently wired up my father's older Rockwell 2 HP Unisaw, circa 1980 (?) to use in my basement, for some cabinets I'm building for myself. Ran fine for a…

June 13, 2012

 I was in Guatemala last week with a missions team and was taught to lay block by a really nice young mason, even though neither of us spoke the other's…

May 26, 2012

Comparing Fein tool, single speed, with Fein blade to Harbor Freight tool and blade. Task: cutting drywall. Why? 1/8 the price, that's why. I use this sort of tool to…

May 14, 2012

Has anyone seen such a thing?  I'm thinking of situation where you need a clean, square (or perhaps beveled) cut, and relying on a steady hand is not sufficient.

May 10, 2012

I was thinking of buying one of these saws for upcoming reno, specifically  for brick replacement and aluminum window removal Would appreciate any thoughts. Thanks Colin

May 1, 2012

Hey, I am a real estate broker and I manage properties. In the process I have to do repairs on certain properties and have purchased hand tools for this purchase.…

May 1, 2012

I have had this tool for a long time. It's a Speed Fastener, Model 825, 22 cal., powder actuated driver. It's a high velocity  gun with a thru barrel. Not…

April 29, 2012

I am interested in getting a screwing attachment to drive drywall screws (either with cordless Bosch or corded DeWalt) AND drive floor screws for subfloors. Saw Duraspin by Senco and…