Enda McLarnon
An electric or cordless mitre saw is by far the easiest method to make an accurate mitre joint. However, those types of saw are not cheap, so we have provided below, 6 alternatives for cutting mitre joints. These are 3 manual options that do not involve any type of power tools, and 3 other electrical … Read more
Choosing a circular saw blade in the UK is a bit of a minefield. You have to juggle metric diameters, different bore holes, and “kerf” widths. In my 50 years in the workshop, I’ve seen many beginners buy a blade that looks right, only to find it won’t fit the spindle or it’s too thick … Read more
The vast majority of drills or drill/drivers use what is called a single sleeve chuck. Heavy duty hammer drills tend to use keyed chucks, where the chuck is tightened and loosened by using a “chuck key.” The chuck is one of the most important parts of any drill—but it’s often overlooked. Whether you’re using a … Read more
Before lithium-ion batteries and brushless motors, drills were bulky, corded, and limited by power outlets. So who sparked the cordless revolution? The first cordless drill was invented in 1961 and the credit goes to the Black and Decker company. According to the Commercial Motor Archives, the model number of this drill was the C.601 fin. … Read more
Some people like to change their skirting boards to change the look of their room, and some people in the UK, do it as part of a general home improvement and others simply because they have to. It is considered to be one of the easier types of DIY home improvement. If you haven’t done … Read more
I get asked often about various problems with a mitre saw. One of the most common ones is why is a mitre saw sticking? When you read all the various reviews on mitre saws, or read the various woodworking forums, then you notice that several different complaints arise about mitre saw parts starting to stick, … Read more
Thanks for taking your time to read our information on the best mitre saw protractor, that is currently available on the UK market. If you remember using a protractor at school, for either Mathematics or Physics, then you will know that they simply measure angles quickly and accurately. Mitre saw protractors are essential for measuring … Read more
The good old fashioned mitre box has been used for many years in UK homes up and down the country. Mitre boxes are a classic DIY tool—perfect for making angled cuts without the need for a powered saw. Whether you’re fitting skirting boards, trimming coving, or working with metal, this guide compares the best mitre … Read more
If you are buying a cordless drill/driver, one feature you should know about is “torque.” Torque is one of the most misunderstood features on a cordless drill. Whether you’re driving screws or drilling into tough materials, knowing how torque works can help you avoid stripped screws, split wood, and wasted effort. What Is Torque? Torque … Read more
We explain how to cut coving with a mitre saw. There are plenty of DIY jobs that will always need done around the house. Coving is probably one of the trickiest to do, and in the main that comes down to cutting the right angles, in the right places. It sounds like an easy thing … Read more
