More stories about Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI

• Tasty Brew

  Milwaukee area residents are making more money, and that’s good news for multifamily owners who’ve seen occupancies tighten and rental rates increase.

• Tool Test: Lithium-Ion Cordless Kits

  These new tools promise longer runtimes, lighter batteries, and impressive power. But do they deliver?

• Tool Test 16-Gauge Finish Nailers

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• Products

  Barrier Housewrap ~ Strong Hold ~ High-Performance Hips ~ Leakproof Liner ~Denailing Gun ~ The Next Cordless Revolution ~ Cedar Look-Alike ~ Modern Metal ~ PVC Trim Kits ~ New Cordless Nailer

• Toolbox

  Milwaukee's V28 tools; stepladders & accessories; hammers

• Tool Test: Compact Rotary Hammers

  The best tools hit hard, drill fast, and stop immediately if the bit jams.

• Toolbox

  Tile tools; toolbelts and bags; job-site radio review

• Tool Test: Sidewinder Circ Saws

  A longtime custom framer evaluates eight 7 1/4-inch saws and chooses his favorites.

• Toolbox

  Panasonic 18-volt kit; Porter-Cable compressor on wheels; Milwaukee 14.4-volt cordless drill; powder-actuated tools; vinyl siding tools

• Tool Test: Worm Drive Saws

  A West Coast framer tested eight 7 1/4-inch wormdrive saws to see how the newer models stack up against the old standbys. Here are his results.