Are you wondering why your power tool battery runs out of charge so quickly? This guide will give you a few things to think about when dealing with dying power tool batteries. Power tool batteries will die quickly if they’ve been stored improperly, if they are too old, and if they are low-quality. The battery may also be too small …
There are many types of screws for different projects. However, there is a reason wood screws are so popular in crafts and renovations. One of the main reasons they’re so widely used is their tapered ends. Wood screws are tapered because it’s easier to insert tapered screws into wood with minimal damage. In addition, with a tapered screw, you don’t …
Should you store lithium-ion batteries in the garage? Lithium-ion batteries are a great technology, but they do require some care. In this guide, we’ll talk about when how to store lithium-ion batteries to ensure the longest and safest lifespan. If the environment is controlled, it is usually safe to store lithium-ion batteries in the garage. However, if the garage has …
Everyone knows how frustrating it is when a powered drill begins to die. Many of us want our tools to last as long as possible. In this article, we’ll talk about how long the battery packs often last and how long you can expect from the drill itself. If you’re looking for an exact number on how long a battery-powered …
Wood filler is used to fill scratches, holes, and other imperfections in unfinished furniture and other projects. Although wood filler does not take stain well, woodworkers like it because it hardens as it cures and can be sanded down afterward. So why does wood filler not take stain well, and what can you do about it? Wood filler rarely matches …
Wood filler is handy but can be useless if it hardens and gets stuck in the tube. Luckily, it’s relatively simple to rehydrate and soften. To remove wood filler that won’t come out of the tube, use acetone or water to rehydrate it, then slowly work the liquid through to soften the filler. A tube of wood filler that won’t …