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How to Tell if a Rechargeable Drill Battery is Bad?

Updated On January 21, 2021 by Viktor Leave a Comment

Testing Drill Battery

Rechargeable drill batteries are expensive. It’s a shame to throw them away! However, sometimes a battery has lived its life, and it’s time to get something new.  Rechargeable batteries have an expected lifespan given by the manufacturer. If your drill battery is losing power and in line with the expected lifespan, it’s probably time for […]

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Why Is My Cordless Drill Sparking?

Updated On January 21, 2021 by Viktor Leave a Comment

Sparking Drill

A cordless drill is a hardworking tool. If you’ve noticed that your cordless drill is sparking, you’ve come to the right place. Today we’re going to explain why this might be happening, if the sparking is dangerous, and what you should do about it.  Cordless drills will spark normally within the drill itself as the […]

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Why is My Skill Saw Smoking?

Updated On January 11, 2021 by Viktor Leave a Comment

Skill Saw smoking

Smoke is nice around a campfire. However, smoke is menacing in the workshop. Have you ever wondered why is the skill saw smoking when cutting wood? If so, you’ve come to the right place.  It’s not normal for a skill saw to smoke. If you’ve encountered this, there could be several causes. First, the blade could be […]

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What Alternatives are there for Kreg Jig Pocket Hole Screws?

Updated On December 12, 2020 by Viktor Leave a Comment

Alternatives to Kreg pocket hole Screws

The Kreg system’s relatively high prices leave many wondering what alternatives there are for Kreg jig pocket hole screws. Most of us have screws lying around and would like to avoid spending top dollar on more screws for the Kreg system. There are alternatives, and I’ll share several with you today.  Kreg makes their jigs […]

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Does Staining Wood Prevent Warping?

Updated On November 19, 2020 by Viktor Leave a Comment

Does stain prevent warping

We all want a perfect finished product. You might wonder, does staining wood prevent warping? Good question. When combined with other techniques, the proper stain can help keep wood straight. Staining your wood can help prevent warping. However, stain alone will not keep all boards straight. You must combine proper staining techniques with other methods […]

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Why Does Pressure Treated Lumber Have Small Holes or Incisions?

Updated On November 19, 2020 by Viktor Leave a Comment

pressure treated wood with incisions

The small holes in pressure-treated lumber, known as incisions, are quite a mystery. And mysteries are meant to be solved. So, I put on my detective hat, and after doing some research on the topic, this is what I found. . . Some lumber, like Douglas fir, will not readily accept the chemicals used in the pressure-treating […]

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Is Kreg Jig Tool Worth the Money? (Explained!)

Updated On November 11, 2020 by Viktor Leave a Comment

Is Kreg Jig Tool Worth the Money

Kreg boasts a vast line of jig tools. In this article, we will help you decide if a Kreg Jig is worth your cash. Kreg makes a tool for everyone. The professional, the hobbyist, and the DIY woodworker.  Ultimately, you’ll need to decide if one of their tools is right for you.  The Kreg Jig […]

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Is Building Your Own DIY Furniture Worth It?

Updated On November 11, 2020 by Viktor Leave a Comment

building your own furniture

Building a piece of furniture is rewarding. Whether creating a simple bookshelf for your office or making a couch. Constructing DIY furniture is fun. However, fun only takes us so far. You may wonder – is it worth my money? Is building furniture a waste of time?  In this article, we will help you navigate through this […]

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