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Porter-Cable C2004-WK 165 PSI Four-Gallon Compressor Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Porter-Cable C2004-WK Compressor The folks at Porter-Cable recently sent me their all new C2004-WK pancake compressor to evaluate. The C2004-WK just hit the stores in October just in time for the holidays. Read on to learn more about the new compressor and our thoughts. C2004-WK Features 165 psi max pressure, 4 gallon tank for longer…

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Bosch JS470EB Barrel-Grip Jigsaw Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

7.0A Barrel-Grip Jigsaw A new line of Bosch jigsaws including the JS470EB Barrel-Grip Jigsaw were recently introduced and we were lucky enough to test one out. I’ve been a HUGE fan of Bosch jigsaws for years so when they sent the new JS470EB I was really excited. Bosch JS470EB Features Toolless Blade-Change System – Fast…

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Dremel 8300 Multi-Max Cordless Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Dremel 8300 Variable-Speed Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Tool The folks at Dremel have released a cordless version of the popular Multi-Max. The new Dremel 8300 Variable-Speed Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Tool is powered by 12VMAX Lithium-ion battery technology. The Multi-Max is another multi-tool modeled after the all popular Fein Multi-Master. They recently sent us the new Dremel…

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Dremel Trio™ Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Dremel Trio™ Dremel has been developing new tools all the time in order to keep up with the demanding requirements of consumers. Recently the folks at Dremel sent us several tools to evaluate including the all new Dremel Trio™. The  Dremel Trio™ was designed to allow users to cut, sand and rout a variety of…

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Top 10 Power Tool Gift Ideas for 2010

By Todd Fratzel on Feature Story, Power Tools

2010 Power Tool Christmas Ideas Each year we like to share our suggestions on home improvement and construction related tools that would make great Christmas gifts. This year we’re starting out with a list of the top 10 power tools. This list has some expensive tools on it but trust me they are really great…

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Dremel Tool Pumpkin Carving

By Todd Fratzel on Tools & Products

Carving Patterns On Pumpkins with Dremel Tools Today is Halloween and I thought it would be fun to share some photos of our pumpkin carving fun from last night. And seeing that I’m such a huge Tool Geek what better way to carve pumpkins then using a power tool. Last year we used some power…

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American Standard WaterSense Faucets Go To School

By Todd Fratzel on Energy Conservation, Plumbing, Product Reviews

American Standard WaterSense Faucets One a recent design-build project we used American Standard Faucets certified with the WaterSense label. We were building a green addition for a local non-profit Montessori School and the folks at American Standard were very generous to donate both WaterSense Labeled toilets and faucets. The WaterSense Labeled toilets and faucets were…

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Paslode CR175C Cordless Roofing Nailer Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Paslode CR175C Roofing Nailer Paslode recently introduced the CR175C Roofing Nailer at the 2010 Remodelers Show in Baltimore. The CR175C is a continuation of their popular fuel powered cordless nailer built for roofing. Paslode recently sent us the new CR175C to test on a job and below are our thoughts on this exciting new product.…

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