Buying Tools

Every DIYer should have an oscillating tool — but which model is right for you? Read these reviews from our editors to get the low down on…

There are four types of extension ladders. Here's how to choose the right one for your home projects.

Buy the semi-pro quality jack and jack stands for strength, safety and easy operation. They're well worth the small extra investment.

Hospitals, where cleanliness is a life or death matter, confirm that microfiber cleaning products do a better job. Here's the rundown on how…

Our staff expert tests and compares 5 socket sets from top manufacturers. Here are the results of his review and a run-down of the features he…

Confused about drill bits? So were we. So we tested high speed steel, black oxide, cobalt and titanium bits in wood and metal, and here's what…

If you do any work with a router, planer, table saw or other noisy woodworking tool, protect your ears with good hearing protection. There are a…

A well-organized tool belt allows you to work faster and better and climb and work from ladders more safely. Here's how to organize it…

Keep your framing nailer in top working condition and save time and money with a framing nailer rebuilding kit, which includes all the parts…

Learn how to get your money’s worth from your next cordless tool purchase in this buyer’s guide. Veteran pros and our field editors share their…

Track saws make long, precise cuts faster and better than table saws and circular saws. They are light and portable, don't need clamps and set…

Buy an air compressor that has the CFM (cubic feet per minute) capacity to drive the air tools you want to use. Our brief rundown of compressors…

A jigsaw is the grand master of cutting shapes in a variety of materials. All you need is the right blade. We'll show you how to use this…

Serrated knives can be sharpened at home, but you'll need a special sharpening steel that matches the scallops of the knife. Here's how to do it…

Circular saws are great for cutting plywood and 2x's, but you can also cut everything from logs to concrete to steel beams with the right blade…

Cut boards faster, easier and more accurately with this cutting guide. It works for both square cuts and angle cuts and helps you find the angle…

Cut clean round holes in drywall for electrical boxes and light fixtures with this circle cutter. It's quick and easy, and only takes seconds

If you lost the chuck key after all these years, or just can't bear to throw away a good drill, keyless chucks are still available for most…

It's easy to spend a lot of money on tools, but you don't always have to. Check out the top tool picks under $100 by the editors of The…

Hammer drills are great for smaller jobs, but for thicker walls or bigger holes, you need to step up to a rotary hammer drill. With more power…