Tim Carter attends a factory tour where the new Lenox wood jigsaw blade is shown.
Tim Carter attends a factory tour where the new Lenox wood jigsaw blade is shown.
In this video, Tim Carter shows how you can rekey locks yourself using the Kwikset Smartkey Security system. He demonstrates it on his Kobalt Series 3000 tool chest.
How to Use a Spade Bit Video A spade bit is an affordable drill accessory you'll come to love. These paddle bits, their old name from years ago, can devour wood in seconds. Screw Tips and Teeth I've used spade bits for decades. The old one just had a pointed tip like an arrow and Read More »
How to Use a Drill Driver Video A cordless drill driver is a magnificent tool that will save you time. This two-in-one power tool will also prevent lots of frustration. Drill Driver Saves Your Wrist My drill driver does a great job of preventing fatigue. Decades ago you had to turn screws by hand or Read More »
Drilling steel or metal is a quick way to dull your drill bits if you do it the wrong way. This AsktheBuilder.com video shows you how to drill holes using the correct drill bits and oil to drill through steel and sheet metal. A variable speed drill is the best drill to use.
Tim Carter shows how to use a belt sander to remove the finish on a piece of furniture.
Troy Bilt 3 Stage Snowblower Review I had the distinct pleasure to test this Troy-Bilt 3-stage snowblower yesterday, February 10, 2017. (Reviewed in the February 12, 2017 Newsletter.) The day before central New Hampshire, Boston, and Maine got hammered by a Nor'easter that dumped about 9 or 10 inches of snow at my house. Read More »
If you've read comic books in the past, watched the Heroes TV series or have seen any of the newer Marvel movies about superheroes, then you're undoubtedly aware of magical super powers. One that I wish I had over the years was X-ray vision that would allow me to see through plaster, concrete, tile, wood Read More »
Tim Carter, a master plumber, demonstrates the fantastic Bernzomatic TS8000 Map Torch Kit. It's a sizzling-hot deal when it's on sale! This was featured in Tim's November 25, 2016 AsktheBuilder Newsletter.
Tim Carter demonstrates the RUBI TOOLS DC250-1200 Tile Wet Saw in the above video. Wait to you see how well it cuts tile and natural rock, such as granite. The above is an affiliate link. I get a tiny commission if you purchase this item from Amazon.
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