Tools & Materials

The latest and greatest in new tools and tech for building professionals

Make Your Own Barnwood in Nine Steps

Pro Picks demonstrates the amazing characteristics of PEX piping

Latest and Greatest: July 2018

What You Need To Know About Dump Trailers

Pro Picks: Qalo Rings

What you need to know to get started in welding

What is PEX?

Truck Essentials: Never Leave Home Without These

Pro Picks: Square-D Plug-on Neutral Load Center with Quik Grip

Cordless Brad Nailers Buying Guide

Learn How to Weld

Happy Birthday Stanley

Pro Picks: Liftmaster Elite Series 8500w

Revive a Tired Deck

Pro Picks: Gas Off

Pro Picks: SureCan Gas Can

Which Construction Adhesive is Strongest? (Video)

Latest and Greatest: June 2018

Ultimate Construction Adhesive Test

Pro Picks: The Perfect Bungee

Recip Saw Test (Video)

Briggs & Stratton Factory Tour

Ultimate Guide to Dowel Jigs

The Ultimate Guide to the 2018 National Hardware Show

Best Caulk For Kitchens, Baths, Gutters, And More

Milwaukee Tool Extravaganza 2018 (Video)

What’s Next From Milwaukee Tool- NPS2018

Pro Picks: ShockStraps

Pro Picks: Bosch Impact Driver

2018 Best Reciprocating Saw Review: One-Handed Recip Saws

May 2018 Latest and Greatest- Brilliant Products For Your Pouch

My First Time Working With Qwik-Grip From Square D (sponsored)

Pro Picks: Olfa X-Design

Pro Picks: V-Line Clamp

Working With PVC Conduit

Working With PEX

Why You Should Buy A High-Quality Blade   (sponsored)

Latest and Greatest: April 2018

Corner Beads

Pro Picks: Stabila Extendable Levels

CPT Marker Test

Attic Insulation Types

A Better Allen Wrench

Arrow-Breaker Faucets

Tools and Gear: Plumbing Edition

Can I Join ABS to PVC?

ProPicks// Cortex Collated Plug

Flattening Rough-Sawn Wood

Pro Picks: BORAL TRUEXTERIOR

Pro Picks// Synthetic vs. Felt Roofing Underlayment

Pro Picks// Milwaukee Hackzall

Pro Picks// Franklin Sensors ProSense 710 Stud Finder

Cordless Circular Saw Buying Guide

How to Work With Manufactured Stone

Construction Critters Vol. 1

Pro Picks// Tough Tested Procomm Wireless Headset

Latest and Greatest: March 2018

Latest and Greatest: February 2018

2018 NAHB International Builder’s Show

Pro Picks/ Pit Posse Utility Jugs

Pro Picks / Makita Cutout Tool

Why Wood Moves & Why You Need To Know

Ultimate Tape Measure Guide

Jigsaw Essentials

Pro Products, Tools & Gear Vol. 2

Synthetic Underlayment

Pro Products, Tools & Gear Vol. 1

New Tools From STAFDA 2017

Born and Bred in the USA

Pro Picks / Makita Rear-Handle Cordless Circ Saw

Pro Picks / Klein Magnetizer

Pro Picks / LP Legacy

Pro Picks / Delta Cruzer

How to Cope

Hot Glue Gun: A Workshop Essential

Capture Your Next Project With a Time Lapse Camera

Pro Picks / Milwaukee Cordless Mixer

Pro Picks / Yellow Jacket Extension Cords

Stand-Outs At The Green Industry & Equipment Expo

PRO PICKS / Lincoln 210MP Welder

Compressor Smarts

Pro Picks / Josh’s Paint Brush Crush

Which Tile Backer is Best?

Master Your Bench Grinder

Clever Tool Hacks

Pro Picks / Tajima Chalk Box

Pro Picks / Arrow Pneumatic Rivet Gun

Pro Picks / Marvin Window Plant Tour

Deck Fasteners…You’ve Got Options

Stay Safe On the Job

ProPicks/ ISOtunes Headphones

KEEN Utility Boots

Pro Picks/ RIDGID 18-volt Cordless Compressor

ProKnee: Knee Pads for Pro Knees

Pro Picks/ Small, Simple And Easy To Use Laser Measurer

Safety Glasses Abuse Test

Pro Picks/ 3M Pro Grade Precision Ultra Flexible Sanding Sheets

Rough-Sawn Lumber Buying Guide

2017 DeWalt Media Event

Which Wood Substitute Works Best?

Get the Most From Your Pressure Washer

RYOBI ONE+ Hybrid Score Wireless Speaker Set

2017 Hand Tool Upgrades

2017 / Modern Building Products and Materials

2017 Cool New Power Tools and Accessories

Get the Most Out of Your Hammer

2018 Polaris RANGER XP 1000 Redesign

2017 Pacific Coast Builders Conference

Focus 360

Pro Picks/ ThermalBuck Insulated Window Buck

Pro Picks/ FrameFast WOOD FRAMING SYSTEM

QuickFlash Flashing Panels

Pro Picks/ SharkBite EvoPEX

2017 Milwaukee Tool Product Symposium

Worm Drive Versus Direct Drive—Which Circular Saw is Best for You?

Spotting New Home Trends at the 2017 International Builders’ Show

2017 Hardware Show Round-Up

Your Pro Tool Sharpening Guide

What’s New in Cordless Tools for Contractors

More Miter Saw Tips

New Tools and Gadgets You Never Knew You Needed

Build your own truck storage system and tie-down rack

Tips for Making Portable Tools for Your Workshop

The Top Automotive Tools Every Mechanic Needs

Skid Steer Training: How to Operate a Skid Steer

9 Skid Steer Attachments and How to Use Them

Secrets of the Sawhorse: 7 Tips & Tricks

Protect and Organize Your Tools

Professional Resawing: How to Resaw Wood on a Bandsaw

Unique Tools of the Trades

Master The Reciprocating Saw

How to Tow a Trailer Safely and Avoid Disasters

How to Install a Stair Railing

Install Mosaic Tile

How to Build a Sawhorse in 15 Minutes

Get Better Cuts from Your Circular Saw

Essential On-the-Job Trailer Tips

Drills and Accessories for Pros

Dress for the Job: Construction Gear and Jobsite Accessories Every Pro Needs

Cutting Tools: Cut Metal, Wood and More, Faster

Cutting Edge Table Saw Hacks

Cool Electrician Tools and Equipment

Construction Tool Storage & Transport Ideas

Construction Clothing and Gear for Contractors and Other Pros

Carpenter Tools for Measuring and Marking

Awesome New Tools Seen at the Green Industry Expo (GIE)

Awesome New Tools Seen at the 2016 International Builders Show (IBS)

Attention Pros: Here’s What’s New from Milwaukee Tools

All About Clamping: Wood Clamps & How to Use Them

Air Compressor and Hose Tips for the Pros

Home Repair Tools for the Pro

A Well Lit Workspace: Garage Lighting and Workshop Lights

2016 National Hardware Show: New Product Round-Up