How to Use a Screwdriver Correctly and Safely
Everyone knows how to use a screwdriver, right? Apart from a hammer, it’s one of the simplest tools to understand in principle. But what if I told you that many …
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How to Drill and Screw into Concrete Without a Hammer Drill
So, you just scheduled your next big home project, and this one happens to include drilling into concrete. Your garage is stocked full of power tools and drills, yet you …
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9 Types of Nails Commonly Used in Woodworking
If you already decided that rather than using screws, you want to use nails for your next woodworking project, continue reading. In this article, I’ll take a look at the …
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What Is Cam Out and How to Avoid It?
If you ever stripped a Phillips screw or had a driver slip out of the screw drive, you surely know what a cam out is. In this article, I will …
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8 Easy Ways to Fix a Screw Hole That Is Too Big
Did you make the mistake of choosing the wrong drill bit and making your screw hole too large? If so, don’t worry – there are multiple ways, some easier than …
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Structural Screws vs. Lag Bolts: What Are the Differences?
For most general woodworking, you will do just fine with regular wood screws, when it comes to heavy-duty construction work, you’ll need to look for stronger fasteners. In many cases, …
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6 Different Types of Wood Screws and When to Use Each of Them
Contrary to popular belief, nails are not the most popular fastener when it comes to general woodworking. Instead, it’s wood screws. When picking the right screw for your project, there …
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7 Best Screwdriver Bit Sets to Get in 2023
In a hurry? If you’re looking for a comprehensive set of screw driving bits, I highly recommend checking the DeWalt Impact Ready FlexTorq 35-piece set. It’s a quality product made …
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What Size of Screws to Use for 2x4s, 4x4s & Other Boards?
One of the most important questions to answer before joining two boards is what kind of fasteners to use. The second most important question is what size of fasteners to …
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