Tool Blogs

Looking for a new woodworking podcast to listen to? We recommend Wood Talk Online, hosted at MattsBasementWorkshop.com.  Matt is Matt Vanderlist, who podcasts from – where else? – his basement workshop.  Matt has been at it since 2006, but he’s been a hobbyist woodworker for practically his whole life, and he’s a great resource for other woodworkers because of his real-life experience.

Check out his site for videos, podcasts and more.

The Drummond-Revere Home “Restovation” blog is the brainchild of Jerad Foster, a “third generation home builder” and furniture designer in the Kansas City area.

The home takes its name from its architect – Don Drummond.  No, not the trombone player, although he’s pretty cool, too.  Drummond was one of the pioneers of modern home architecture in the American midwest.

Not just a regular remodel, the Drummond-Revere home is also a historical renovation, which adds its own layers of complexity and complication to the already unpredictable business of doing a renovation.

In addition to updates on the house, Jerad also shares tidbits from his personal life (like his search for a classic Eames lounger) and his business.

Jerad’s blog is an engaging read and showcases a really awesome modern home.  It’s definitely worth a look.

“Remodel an Entire House. Stay Sane. Remember To Have A Life.”

If you’ve ever done an extensive home renovation, you know that’s a tough checklist to maintain.  That’s the balancing act that Liz, the blog mastermind behind A Constructed Life, manages to pull off (mostly) gracefully in the pages of her website.  And she also has a pregnancy (recently supplanted by baby girl Addy) to add into the mix as well.

Liz and her husband Joey have been remodeling each room of their house and writing about the results.  From an extensive kitchen reno to the construction of a porch attached to their second-story master bedroom, they break each part of it down in detail.  With all of the home renovation shows out there scrambling to show you rooms or houses completely transformed over just a few days, it’s refreshing to see the shape and timeline of a real home remodel, down to the vital decision to call in a contractor when you realize you can’t do it 100% right on your own (one of the most difficult renovating skills to master).  Full of great before and after photos, A Constructed Life is definitely a site to check out if you’re planning any remodeling in your future.

We are thrilled to have stumbled upon, Home Improvement & Home Furnishings Blog. With over 10 years of experience, TheHousingZone.org blog, provides helpful tips to those who are tackling their own home improvements and renovations.

We love one of their most recent posts titled, Redecorating Your Home. Without breaking the bank, there are multiple ways to make improvements to any room in the house that is both cheap and effective. With a simple fresh coat of paint or new wallpaper, this can spruce up the look and feel of your room instantly. Freshen up your space with throw carpets and throw pillows and get rid of any clutter. These are sure ways to liven up your home that are budget friendly.

Don’t forget to stop by TheHousingZone.org and subscribe to their blog and post your own comments!

Looking for some home remodeling tips? Look no further than the fixR.com blog. With sizings, new methods of home renovation, and explanations behind low voltage and door knob installations, and much much more, this blog is the place to be.

They help define when a job can be managed by yourself or when it’s time to bring in a professional. They also help you to find the proper professional on their parent site fixR.com. Their goal is to connect you with professionals in your area that offer multiple estimates and bid on your project.

So, stop on by and tell him we said hello!

Power tools aren’t just our business, they’re our livelihood! We’re the quintessential weekend-project masters, and enjoy do-it-yourself wood working projects. From crafting wooden benches to chests, we love to stand back and admire the completed job. That’s where our good friends at The Wood Whisperer come in. The always helpful woodworking blog touts itself as “Education and Entertainment For The Modern Woodworker”, and we couldn’t agree more!

The Wood Whisperer often highlights reader questions and expertly answers the question right on the blog! Check out “A2 vs O1 Tool Steel – Viewer Question” – a great question and excellent answer we can all benefit from.

Whether you’re an expert woodworker or a master of the trade, The Wood Whisperer is a very resourceful blog for all to read. Be sure to check out their product reviews, videos, reader projects, and more!

Shopping for a power sander? Obviously, we want you to shop with Tools-Plus, but for comprehensive information on the subject (and the rare brand that we don’t carry), visit PowerSanders.info before you buy. The site is full of information on both orbital and belt sanders and sander accessories like replacement backing pads and sandpaper.

New to home improvement? The site is a great resource, explaining the difference between the different types of sanders and the uses of their accessories, and some first-hand perspective on several of the top products in each category. Happy sanding!

The Wood Whisperer’s tagline is “Education and Entertainment For the Modern Woodworker,” and it’s true that the site has equal measures of both. The site, which is sponsored in part by Festool, has lots of video podcast content, a robust ‘new to woodworking’ page and lots of user generated content, too.

TWW is also home to the Wood Talk Online audio podcast, where Marc and Matt answer listener emails. If you’re into woodworking, a trip to The Wood Whisperer is well worth your time.