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Kreg Jig Master System K3 Available April 2009

2009-04-30T08:47:00.000-07:00

Available in April 2009 is The Kreg Jig Master System (K3). This kit is the most innovative yet for woodworking enthusiasts. This new K3 Kreg Jig Master System includes all the popular features of previous kits and now inlcude a Skill Builder DVD (most requested addition) along with a new compact case, and new spacer block for tight applications.

Common uses of Pocket Hole Joinery.

2009-04-29T08:57:00.000-07:00

Kreg Pocket Hole Joinery has been used for years in the cabinet making industry for assembly of rails and stiles of face frames on cabinets. Now Kreg Pocket Hole Joinery is seen as the best way to join two pieces of wood where no visible fastners are seen on the surface. Some of the many uses include Picture Frames, Edge joining for Table Tops and Counter Tops, Table Leg Rails and Braces, Stairs - attaching treads and risers together, Jambs and Extension Jambs on Windows, Decking - Rails and Balusters.

What is a pocket hole joint?

2009-04-29T08:26:00.000-07:00

Pocket hole joinery is a matter of drilling an angled counter-sunk hole in one piece of wood and joining with another piece of wood using a specialized self-drilling screw. The screw itself is as important as the jig. The Kreg Jig is the most popular and has the largest varieties of systems available. They have truly perfected pocket hole joinery. Drill. Drive. Done.

What is a Kreg Jig?

2009-04-29T07:15:00.000-07:00

A Kreg Jig is the easiest way to make a wood joint that is strong as or stronger than the traditional mortise and tenon. It is really as simple as "Drill. Drive. Done."

Save Money on Makita Cordless Power Tools

2009-04-28T10:50:00.000-07:00

Save money on Makita cordless 18V LXT Lithium Ion power tools when you buy a bare tool. Bare tools are the tool only with no battery. Most Makita Cordless tool kits come with two batteries. Adding a bare tool expands your tool kit capabilities for a much lower cost. Bare tools come in drills, grinders, saws, metal shears, portable bandsaws, impact wrench and drivers.

Plunge-Cut Saws for Cutting Sheet Goods

2009-02-26T09:40:00.000-08:00

If you need an effective way to cut sheet goods in your shop you can't go wrong with the Makita #SP6000K Plunge-Cut Saw. The Makita is the lightest weight plunge-cut saw on the market. It has a maximum cut depth of 2-3/16 at 90 deg. and 1-9/16" at 45 deg. The Makita SP6000K also is the only saw on the market with an angle setting from -1 deg. to 48 deg. and positive stops at 22-1/2 deg. and 45 deg. These are just some of the unique features of the Makita Plunge-cut saw that improves accuaracy and saves time.

How To Make Easy Work of Laying Deck Boards

2009-02-06T10:45:00.000-08:00

Looking for a cool tool to help lay deck boards? The BoWrench BW2 deck tool pays for itself in time and frustation laying down deck boards and other Tounge & Groove material.

It's the only one man, self-locking board bender and tongue and groove joining tool!

Hands Free Holding!

What is the best tool to use when replacing a few shingles?

2009-02-04T09:11:00.000-08:00

Roof Snake by PacTool

For nailing replacement shingles without damage to existing shingles. Allows nail setting and driving without lifting the shingle on row above much more than the height of the nail. Features a handy nail-puller handle.

Cordless Fiber Cement Siding Shear

2009-02-02T08:34:00.000-08:00

NEW! SS504 Cordless Fiber Cement Siding Shear

Cuts fiber cement siding up to 5/16" with fast, lightweight, cordless convenience.
Comes complete with two 14.4v 3.0Ah Li-ion batteries, 40 minute fast-charger, and durable molded carrying case. No cord to trip you up!

Fiber Cement Quick Tip

2009-01-30T14:52:00.000-08:00

When using pre-finished fiber cement board it works best to cut from the backside.

Snapper Shear/PacTool also has an easy to use siding gauge for both pre-finished and unfinished fiber cement siding.

Fiber Cement Cutting Tools

2009-01-30T14:29:00.000-08:00

Create a Dust-Free Workplace with High-Performance Tools from PacTool.

Snapper Shears cut as fast as a saw, but without all the dust. This is the most economical way to cut fiber-cement siding, e.g., initial blade set will last for up to 20 average size homes. When compared to a fiber cement saw blade costing approx. $30 and will only last for one home; you will be able to save approx. $600. The Snapper Shear pays for itself!

The Snapper Shear Model SS404 is the most popular for making clean dust-free staight cuts and gentle arcs.