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Buying Multi-Tool Blades

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Multi-Tools Today it seems that every manufacturer is offering some sort of Multi-Tool for the professional and DIY’er. Multi-Tools are great for cutting, sanding, scraping, grinding and polishing especially in tight spots where other large power tools won’t fit. If you’re interested I’ve written reviews for two of these tools: Rockwell Sonicrafter Review and Craftsman…

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WeatherShield Premium Wood Products

By Todd Fratzel on Building Materials, Decks & Porches

WeatherShield – The Smarter Treated Wood Today I noticed a new product at The Home Depot, WeatherShield Premium Pressure-Treated Decking. What caught my eye was the warranty for this new type of pressure treated wood. WeatherShield offers a limited lifetime warranty which is guranteed protection against rot, decay and termite damage. If these claims are…

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Panasonic 32-Inch LCD HDTV Review

By Todd Fratzel on Product Reviews

Panasonic LCD HDTV I recently purchased the Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L32X1 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV for our Master Bedroom Makeover. I was looking for a great performing LCD High Definition TV at a great price and I found it with this Panasonic LCD set. I really had no need for a 1080 resolution set…

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Top 4 Selling Stationary Table Saws

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Top Selling Table Saws Table saws are one of the most important tools in any shop. If you have the luxury of a medium to large workshop the you can benefit from a large stationary table saw. Large stationary table saws provide extra horsepower and a larger work surface. These two benefits improve precision and…

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Ryobi TEK4 RP4010 Laser Distance Measure Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Ryobi TEK4 RP4010 – Laser Distance Measure I recently wrote about the new line of  Ryobi TEK4 Cordless Tools including the RP4010 Professional Laser Distance Measure. Laser distance measuring devices have become very popular and useful. RP4010 Features The Ryobi RP4010 Laser Distance Measure boasts the following features according to the manufacturer: Advanced Measurement Capabilities…

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Best 10-Inch Dual Bevel Compound Miter Saw

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Bosch 10-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw I’ve used every make and brand miter saw on the market and I keep coming back to the same saw. I own the 10-inch Bosch Dual Bevel Compound Miter Saw and I think it’s the best in class! The Bosch 10-Inch Dual Bevel Compound Miter Saw is…

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Black & Decker AutoWrench Review

By Todd Fratzel on Hand Tools, Product Reviews

Black & Decker AutoWrench The Black & Decker AutoWrench is another innovative tool that I recently had the pleasure of testing and reviewing. This is one of those cool tool inventions that makes so much sense I only wish it was my idea! The Black & Decker Automatic Adjustable Wrench (AutoWrench) is a battery powered…

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New Power Tools From Bosch

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Bosch Tools BoschTools recently announced several new power tools. Bosch has always been one of my favorite tool manufacturers. They offer great quality tools with super features at reasonable prices. Below are six new power tools from Bosch that should make a big impact on the power tool market. Bosch STN150-18 18 Gauge Narrow Crown…

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