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Tools are integral aspects of building or renovating a house. Without tools, you can't do most home improvement projects. Fortunately, Hometalk has your questions about tools covered. There are tons of experts who work with tools, from pros to experienced DIYers. Need information about tools for a project? Ask a question to the community, and a Hometalk member who is familiar with tools will surely help. There's nothing like celebrating a successful project by posting it on Hometalk, and it helps others when you mention which tools you used.



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  • Edge beds like a pro with a spade, cut and kick, cut and kick.
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Spades=cutting and scraping.
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What is the Difference between a Shovel and a Spade?

Ever wonder about that? Well wonder no more! Here's the down and dirty on what makes a spade a spade and a shovel.. well...kinda the same thing. Except you've most likely been calling ...»
these tools by the wrong name. Click on the pictures to find out what job's these two do. For more info visit: http://www.sowanddipity.com/a-shovel-and-a-s... #Gardening

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Shelley @ Sow and Dipity Canada on Mar 14, 2013
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  • What to do when your new hardware comes with screws that are too short!

You don't need a longer screw for your new hardware!

I found some oh-so-cute starfish knobs for my daughter's dresser... only problem, her dresser drawers were too thick and the screw was too short. This video shares how to solve this problem without having to purchase new screws.

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Domestically Speaking San Jacinto, CA on Mar 12, 2013
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  • Using the Kreg Jig Jr for making pocket holes
  • The Kreg Jig Jr
  • Depth marks on the Kreg Jig Jr
  • Holding a joint together with the Kreg Right Angle Clamp
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How to use a Kreg Jig Jr

If you've never used any of the products from the Kreg Tool Company, stop what your doing and head straight to the closest home improvement store! As we've been renovating our pantry and ...»
building custom cabinets the Kreg Jig Jr has been invaluable! The Kreg jig system is designed to easily make super strong joints using pocket hole screws on just about any woodworking project. We'll take a look at how to use the tool and also offer introduce some other available accessories that Kreg makes that we find pretty useful!

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Jacque & Matt @ theDIYvil... Knoxville, TN on Mar 06, 2013
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    Becky on Mar 07, 2013
    Oh I can imagine that easily enough. I'm thinking it will help me repair some old furniture I ...»
    have besides building new things. A few other things on the list to finish first though. There always is.

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Power Tool Insulation

Older power tools were single insulated. The wiring, motor, and switch were insulated from the case, but the case was made of metal. It was able to conduct an electric current. If an ...»
energized component within the tool shorted to the case, the case could become energized. A third wire was added to the plug. This third ground wire was connected to the case of the tool. If an energized component shorted to the case, a large current would flow through the low resistance ground wire and clear the fault (trip the circuit breaker).

Newer power tools are double insulated. The wiring, motor, and switch are insulated. The case is also made of a non-conductive material such as plastic. Many of these newer tools do not need a three conductor plug. They are much safer to use, especially in damp conditions.

Do not use an older metal case tool if the plug only has two prongs. A three conductor plug can be added as a replacement. The third conductor (green) is attached to the case of the tool with a screw. The ground screw is usually colored green. The ground conductor can be tested without disassembling the tool. A multimeter, set to measure resistance, can be connected between the ground prong of the plug and the case of the tool. The resistance should be very low. It is a good idea to use a ground fault protected receptacle with a single insulated tool. A GFCI should be used when any tool is used in a damp location. Check out my GFCI article on my blog.

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Steve Sandy, UT on Sep 08, 2012
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    Lulu D on Mar 05, 2013
    Very informative. Thanks!
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My four-year-old reviews his new work gloves.

Child's Work Gloves

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Steve Sandy, UT on Mar 04, 2013
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  • Barn wood table top made with Kreg Jig
  • Pottery Barn inspired stool made using the Kreg Jig
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My favorite tool!

If you enjoy building things, this tool is definitely for you. I LOVE it and use it all the time. Who new something so small and cheap would be so great!?
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Angela: Unexpected Elegan... Fishers, IN on Feb 22, 2013
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    Angela: Unexpected Elegan... on Feb 27, 2013
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    cheap one. I think it was less than $30..I can't imagine how easy the more expensive version would be!

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Tools: My Glaze firing isn't working with my new batch of crystal glazes I just got.

I usually use the setting already programed in the kiln but, I am going ti have to play around with the different settings. I look it up on line but, I want to know what you would ...»
recommend for a glaze firing that has the CRYSTAL. I think it needs to on a higher setting because I can still feel the raised specks on the surface.

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Patty Morgan Philadelphia, PA on Feb 23, 2013
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Tools: pocket holes for screws

how did you make the pocket holes for the screws?
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Karen Springfield, OH on Feb 21, 2013
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Craft Adhesives: Types & Applications

Tips on the types of craft glue available and what they work best on. {see blog link for details}
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Melissa Salina, KS on Feb 19, 2013
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Gardening with Power Tools

Put your power tools to work into the garden for a helping hand when planting. #itching4spring, #powertools, #gardening
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Ann Marie Saint Charles, IL on Feb 15, 2013
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    Kelly S on Feb 18, 2013
    What a lovely garden. I'm using the left over mini blind slats, from the blinds for the deck, ...»
    to mark mine this year. They are cheap vinyl, cut easy and sharpies work on them. I just wish I had that much land to play in the dirt. I'm envious.

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