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What are you keeping in your shed? We ask this because the contents of your shed may determine how much security you’ll want to protect it with. You don’t want your shed getting burgled regardless, of course, but it’s a sad fact that sheds are where many keep their tools. Tools can fetch a good …
The summer is fast approaching and the glorious weather is rolling in, so what better time is there to get out in the garden and give your fence a fresh lick of paint? We know you’ve been putting it off for months, or even years, but perhaps that was due to the dreaded thought of …
When it comes to making a good first impression, nothing dazzles more than the beautiful visual of a fresh paint job. A fresh slick of masonry paint has the uncanny ability to ensure that your home is the envy of all in your neighbourhood, as well as keeping it looking in tip-top condition. If you’re …
Did you know there are people who don’t want to own a mitre saw? Peculiar, we call it. What they find to do with their time and their minds, we’re not sure. A mitre saw is the key both to reliable, repeatable, angled cuts in bigger pieces of wood, metal, and plastic, absolutely. But it’s …
Technology can be found almost everywhere nowadays – there are few devices and appliances that you can get that don’t feature some sort of technology within them. Smart fridges, kettles, and toasters, to name a few, are among the group of appliances that worked just fine without technology, however, now possess it. Having said that, …
With summer just around the corner, now might just be the perfect time for you to get your toolbox out and start building your dream shed that you always say you’re going to create, but never seem to have the time to. Building a shed sounds reasonably simple and quick to carry out, right? Nail …
It can be a real pain sanding and finishing wood. Thankfully, life can get a whole lot easier for you for your DIY projects with a little bit of help from a palm sander. A palm sander is a must have for any woodworker, but you don’t need to spend a fortune to get one! …
If you are looking to build a pond in your garden then you will need a pond liner to do so. The types of pond liners that are available vary rather significantly with some being more basic than others. For those who are wanting to bring a pond to their garden but don’t intend to …
You’re a woodworking enthusiast looking to up your game by getting some new tools. We’ve been there before, it’s an exciting time when you’re improving on your skills and are ready to advance! Of course, as with finding any product, finding a good palm router can often be a struggle. Quick Navigation [ez-toc] With so …
A good drill set is an important piece of kit for DIY enthusiasts and tradesmen alike. But you can’t just stick any old drill bit onto your drill to drill your perfect hole. Have you ever bought a cheap drill bit set and then have them go blunt after just a couple of uses? Or …
Oftentimes, it’s necessary to keep larger items out of your way in your house, and keep them in your shed instead. But just because you don’t want them in your house does not mean they’re not valuable to you. You want to keep your belongings safe, and for items in your shed, that means investing …
For all jobs that involve manual labor, a good pair of safety footwear is an important safety feature and can prevent all manner of damage to the wearer’s feet. Quite often a safety shoe is preferable over a safety boot or rigger boot. It may not offer as much protection around the ankle, but they …
Finding the right pair of work trousers can sometimes feel like a challenge. The task of finding a pair that are good quality for a good price, whilst also being true to size, can sometimes feel like hard work. Of course ordering any type of clothing can be a struggle, not fully knowing the different …
We’ve all been there – you’re scrolling through social media and you see someone who’s painted their shed an amazing block color. A few posts down you see another person has painted an intricate landscape on theirs, perhaps a beach or the countryside. You look out across your backyard and see your bland, plain wooden …
A wood lathe is a hand held tool that is used in the craft of wood turning, hence the name wood turning lathe. Using this tool you can create a number of impressive projects varying in sizes and shapes. A wood turning lathe is essentially a machine that can transorm a piece of wood into …
There are many ways you can strip wires from their insulation, a common method being using a pocket knife to peel the coating away. However, if you value safety or have more than just one wire to strip, you may want to consider a good wire stripping tool. These are designed specifically to carry out …
There’s nothing worse than having sawdust all over your workshop or job site. It’s not merely annoying, it’s downright hazardous, and reduces air quality. And if you work with wood dust and other construction dust then your standard vacuum cleaner isn’t going to cut it. But if you’ve found this article, you know there is …
An adjustable spanner is an essential in every tool kit. Are you just starting out in the trade and looking to get yourself equipped with all of the best tools? or are you simply just looking to replace the adjustable spanner that’s been in your tool kit for some time now? Whatever the reason, you …
A wood preserver does a whole lot more than bring out the wood’s natural beauty – it forms a protective shield which prevents damage from a number of different problems. Outdoors, this will include a wide variety of weather conditions, such as rain, frost, and UV rays. Not to mention the likes of moss, mould …
So you’ve been putting off that DIY woodworking project for quite some time now, right? You may be feeling like it just simply takes too long to complete with the wrong equipment. Ah reader, we’ve most definitely been there before! Thankfully there is a solution: a plunge saw. Quick Navigation [ez-toc] A plunge saw is …