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Shop Tool Advice for Beginners

Fixing and maintaining a house can seem overwhelming, but the right tools can help. What basic tools should be in every homeowner's toolbox?

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by gamblin_man

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Aug 18, 2009 Sharpening Advice for Woodworking Hand Tools
A dull tool in your home or shop is a dangerous tool. For a small investment in dollars and time you can keep all your tools sharp.... read full review
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by gamblin_man

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Jun 20, 2003 Used Tools for Woodworking; The Way To Go?
Used tools may save you enough money to be well worth the extra risk.... read full review
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by gamblin_man

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Sep 23, 2002 Buying Tools. Why, What, How
The secret to happy tool buying is research. Take the time to answer the "why, what, how" questions first.... read full review
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by gamblin_man

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Mar 4, 2006 Tool Brands - Another Way to Shop
If you have never heard of the brand, be wary. Shop by brand for more satisfaction.... read full review
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by scmrak

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Mar 4, 2010 What Every Homeowner Should Have in the Tool Box
Get the best tools you can afford, and don't buy big sets of tools unless you know you'll use every one of them.... read full review
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by susiewho
Nov 24, 2000 Picasso Eat Your Heart Out
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by beniboose
May 29, 2003 Safety advices
Can't be resumed in 30 words... Read the review and work safe!... read full review
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by beniboose
May 20, 2003 How to find your way in tool brand names
Assess honestly your needs for tools and shop smartly.... read full review
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by rpllingrock
Aug 6, 2000 We All Have To Start Somewhere!
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by rfish
Feb 5, 2000 Start With the Best-Most Useful
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by patsyv
Jan 9, 2001 Squish, squish....Is that a Plunger???
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by sallyg8
Jan 18, 2004 Tools EveryOne, Specially Homeowners Should Have.
Tools can be expensive, But the tools you use most you are usually better off buying a better quality, and what you need so you don't have to keep replacing.... read full review
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by GuisBuild

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Dec 20, 2001 Gift List For A Wood Butcher
A short list of items appropriate for various versions of woodworker---from beginner to advanced.... read full review
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by Rosalyce
Feb 13, 2001 You'll be trigger happy when using this!
No respectable shop should be without this!... read full review
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by sirwired
Sep 20, 2002 Not reading this may be hazerdous to your health. (A safety guide.)
Safety is of paramount importantance when using Shop Tools of any kind.... read full review
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by GuisBuild

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Sep 26, 2001 Moving Beyond Home Depot
...get your advice from people and stores in the know. ... read full review
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by Naomi7835
Apr 10, 2000 I'm a Tool Toten Mom
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by MsHooterville
Jan 2, 2001 Ladies: Have Your Own Tools and a Happier Marriage!
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by aashtech
May 2, 2000 How to fix your toilet without a plumber
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by cornelia
Jan 20, 2000 So, You Want to Be a Stripper...
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