A new circular saw called the Crocodile was named on Popular Mechanics’ "Top 13 New Tools for 2008" from the National Hardware Show. This tool may be small enough to hold in one hand, but it still packs a punch. It is the first circular saw designed to cut wood,...
Taking notes is a part of nearly everyone’s job. Lots of people do not have the luxury of working inside, however. Builders, construction workers and even DIY homeowners, for instance, know very well how water, ink and paper mix. Needless to say, rain can really be a...
I am a huge fan of multi-tools. My first Swiss Army Knife was the ultimate gift, even better than whatever toy or video game was hot that year. The newest and coolest multi-tool now is the Rapid Shark. This tool is more specifically designed for people doing...
Can your dad turn a beautiful piece of wood into a toothpick and dust? If he's going to do it anyway, make sure he’s got the right tools. The BobVila.com Dare to Dremel: Father’s Day Tool Kit Giveaway started a few days ago and runs through June 14, 2008. It is your...
If you have a negative view of teenagers, one 16-year-old high school student may just change your mind. Given the assignment to complete a "personal project on a non-academic topic," he chose to build a wooden bicycle. Although the bicycle itself is impressive, the...
Ever been to a construction site? It is typically such a mess, you might mistake it for a war zone. You'll get muddy and there's no place to put your plans and paperwork. But with the Plan Station, you're in business. The Plan Station is a portable hanging desk that...
If you are anything like me, your home workshop is a disaster. There's a hammer here, a screwdriver over there. I don't know where my saw is, but I think there are a couple of nails in the coffee can by the sink. Is it any surprise that every household task I do takes...
Here’s another cool new tool to add to the workshop collection. Technically a power tool, this battery-powered Auto Wrench from Black & Decker automatically adjusts with the touch of a button. Adding it to your workshop can eliminate the need for up to 50 standard and...
I was not what you would call “cool” in my younger days. In fact, my violin and I were known as an excellent target for snowballs, not to mention wedgies. I suspect that's why I hear the words “prom” and “duct tape” used in the same sentence, I tend to imagine the...
