Tools of the Trade

Posted on February 27, 2025

Tool Review: Flex Cordless Table Saws

By Mark Clement

Mark Clement runs two cordless table saws through their paces More

Tags: JLC Online, Cordless Tools, Tools of the Trade, Table Saws

Posted on January 02, 2025

Will the Circle Be Unbroken?

By Mark Luzio

Mark Luzio's essay pays homage to the inimitable Jed Dixon More

Tags: Staircases, Tools of the Trade, History, Carpentry

Meet the MudMixer

By Jake Lewandowski

For small-batch pours, Jake Lewandowski has opted for an innovative onsite... More

Tags: Tools and Equipment, Concrete, Concrete Mixers, Power Tools, Tools of the Trade

Cut Above the Rest

By Jake Lewandowski

Jake Lewandowski reviews the SawStop CTS Compact Table Saw More

Tags: Tools and Equipment, SawStop, Power Tools, Tools of the Trade, Tools of the Trade

Posted on October 12, 2022

Speedy Deck-Fastening Tool

Compatible with any drill, the ClipDrive lets users install Camo Deck Clips from a... More

Tags: Tools and Equipment, Fastening Tools, Decking, Decks, Tools of the Trade

Posted on February 03, 2022

By John Carroll

John Carroll checks out the Metabo HPT VB3616DA, the only battery-powered cutter/... More

Tags: Tools and Equipment, Concrete Strength, Cordless Tools, Metalworking Tools, Tools of the Trade

Posted on January 27, 2022

By Tim Uhler

Tim Uhler finds a lot to like about the latest version of Paslode's iconic... More

Tags: Tools and Equipment, Cordless Tools, Framing, Fastening Tools, Tools of the Trade

A Versatile Drill

By Andrew Wormer

To get into tight spaces, the Bosch Flexiclick 5-in-1 Drill/Driver includes... More

Tags: Tools and Equipment, Drill/Drivers, Cordless Tools, Tools of the Trade, Drills

A Better Dust Mask?

By Matthew Navey

Better suited for masonry work than Covid-19 protection, the RZ M2 mesh mask is a... More

Tags: Jobsite Safety, Vacuums and Dust Collection, Construction Safety, Tools of the Trade, Tools of the Trade

Real Deal Review: Quik Drive PRO250G2 Subfloor Fastener

Watch as Tim Uhler checks out the Simpson Strong-Tie Quik Drive autofeed cordless... More

Tags: Tools and Equipment, Cordless Tools, Power Tools, Screw Guns, Tools of the Trade