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Level It
A level is a handy tool to
own. There are a few types out there, so I have a little
info to bring you up and on the level...
Lubricants
The old saying goes, the
squeaky wheel gets the grease, but what do you do if you have run
out of oil...
Measuring Up
Measuring anything can
become difficult if you don't know the right methods and tools to
use...
Nailing Hints
Sure nails are great for
holding things together; it's the getting them in place that can be
frustrating...
Sanding Tips
Have you been looking for
some easier ways to sand your wood projects...
Screwdriver Tips
Screws hold a lot of things
together, but sometimes working with them can drive you screwy...
Staple Guns
Whether it is electric or
manual a staple gun will make short work of household jobs from
framing to upholstering...
The Wrench
Every well-stocked toolbox
needs a wrench or two or ten, anyway, I have the nuts and bolts of
this handy tool! There are a couple of basic styles...
Tool Maintenance
If you use your tools as
much as I do you know it's important to keep them in good repair...
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To keep your chisels nice and sharp in storage, cut a slit
in a tennis ball. Slip the chisel tip in there and you'll
never have to worry about whether or not it is sharp when
you need it. 
Slip a toilet paper tube over extension cords before you
hang them. They won't get tangled up. You could also try
pony tail holders with the plastic balls on the end. 
Slip sandpaper into an accordion file, and label the
various grits on the tabs. They'll be nice and flat and
organized when you need them. 
Hang some inexpensive plastic gutter brackets up near the
ceiling. It's a great place to store pieces of molding and
trim. It will be out of the way and you won't have to
worry about it getting damaged. 
Make sure that you hang metal rulers when you put them
away to ensure that they don't get bent.