Today we offer a few considerations to keep in mind when choosing your toolbelt. A good toolbelt is such a handy and essential piece of equipment when you are trying to take on any project. Get the right one!

Originally posted 2016-02-27 21:35:51.

Who doesn’t admire a good chisel?  But which ones are best to have when they are used daily on a construction site? Follow along as Noah shares his tips and recommendations.

Originally posted 2016-02-27 19:42:41.

Sometimes nails need to come out… and without this tool, it’s nearly impossible to do.

Originally posted 2016-02-27 19:38:50.

Nobody loves mule tracks… at least not on their home’s trimwork. Avoid hammer dent marks on your woodwork… use your punch!

Originally posted 2016-02-27 18:23:50.

I would imagine if you were to take a poll and ask which tool people most often thought of when thinking of a carpenter or builder the response would likely be “a hammer”.  Well, for all those waiting for that tool to be discussed the moment has arrived! Follow along in this video as Noah Bradley shares his insights into this wonderful tool.

Originally posted 2016-02-27 18:15:48.

Well alright!!!  Our first power tool!  Let the noise begin and the sawdust fly!  Today we cover the circular saw. Without this single tool no boards can be cut, so no work can be done. The circular saw is a joy to use, but one where caution needs to be exercised. Make sure and get the best one for you. This video will give you some tips in making sure that happens.

Originally posted 2016-02-27 17:52:59.

The old saying goes… “Measure twice, cut once” and it’s so true.  In order to avoid making mistakes in woodworking you need a good tape measure, but which one? A visit to your local building supply store will present you with many options… it’s so easy to get confused.  Join us in this video to learn some insider secrets on what carpenters look for when buying a tape measure.

Originally posted 2016-02-27 17:44:35.

One of my favorite tools, and one often not found be using by carpenters anymore, the sliding T-square. I never leave home without mine… find out why in this video.

Originally posted 2016-02-27 17:40:12.

Welcome back to our continuing video series on the tools needed to build a home, or to handle the odd jobs that need to be done around the house. Today we cover the utility knife… likely a tool you already own… but, do you know the proper way to sharpen a pencil using one?

Originally posted 2016-02-27 17:35:02.

In this video we cover our second tool recommendation… the compass. A faithful and handy companion to Tool #1!

Originally posted 2016-02-27 16:44:09.