Tools & Materials

Pros reveal their favorite tried-and-true ways to haul and store tools. Check out these ingenious solutions and see which ones will work for you.

If you've had your eye on this gear for a while now, Black Friday is the time to buy!

Straight from top pro woodworkers—ultra-clever tips for getting the most from your table saw.

Have cordless nailers finally improved enough to replace our trusty pneumatic tools? We put 10 cordless brad nailers to the test.

A folding metal sawhorse is every tradesman’s best buddy. They’re inexpensive, lightweight, and easy to store. Here are some helpful sawhorse tips to get the most out of your ponies.

Did you know a hammer can be used for all sorts of jobs besides pounding nails? Here are some of those uses including: demolition, chopping, measuring, bending, digging and more.

Need some gift ideas for the construction pro who has everything? The products below are a good place to start.

This edition of Stuff We Love puts the focus on some small but mighty tools that you're going to want to add to your collection.

Synthetic underlayment is taking over the roofing industry, which comes as no surprise given all the benefits. Find out why roofers love the stuff.

Plastic conduit is less expensive, lighter and much easier to work with than EMT. Here are great installation tips from a long-time commercial electrician.

A collection of the coolest tools, gears and products that will make life better for construction pros everywhere

Professional electricians swear by these tools, and you will, too. Check out our recommendations here.

Hauling trailers can be dangerous, but for many people in the trades it is a daily necessity. Get a trailer safety checklist and tips here.

There's a lot to consider when purchasing plywood for a project. Check out this uber-comprehensive plywood buying guide.

Renting and operating a skid steer can be intimidating. Read our tips on basic operations, hauling and safety, plus recommendations on which type of machine to rent.

Learn how to build sturdy, stackable saw horses from common materials in just six easy steps that should take less than 15 minutes.

These safety tips will make sure that you get home every night safe and sound and with all ten fingers.

Bamboo flooring has evolved into one of the biggest segments of the wood flooring industry. It's cheap and durable, but is it the right choice for every home?

Learn why you need to know about these top-notch router products.

What is treated lumber? Is all treated lumber created equally? Which type should be used where? Learn the answers to these questions and more.