4LTX Shelf Bracket – Inventor's Corner - ToolSkool

ToolSkool came across some cool little shelf/furniture brackets while at the National Hardware Show. The 4LTX brackets can turn 3/4-inch wood into shelving, furniture, bookcase, tables, and more in a matter of minutes. Mladen, the inventor is originally from Bosnia and is trying to live the American dream.

A Seriously High-Buck LED Worklamp – ToolMonger

Festool is known for making high quality and high priced power tools, and ToolMonger also found that they make really high priced portable LED work lights. The Festool SysLite powers a total of six 3-watt LEDs that are said to produce a clear white light capable of brightening an entire room. It has an internal rechargeable battery, but it can also be plugged into the wall for extended use.

DeWALT 4.0Ah 20V MAX Batteries Spotted in the Wild – Tools In Action

Are you hungry for more cordless tool runtime? A 4.0Ah battery was spotted on a store shelf the land from down under. Could this be a sign of things to come? Remember, some of the major brands just recently made the move from 2.8Ah up to 3.0Ah. Do they want to get into an Ah race where size is also factor?

Google sells 3D modeling tool SketchUp to Trimble Navigation – The Verge

SketchUp is a popular tool among woodworkers and contractors alike, so what is your first reaction when you hear that it has been sold? Don't panic just yet. Trimble Navigation is a major player in the construction field so this might actually be a good thing. We will have to see where this goes, but for now Trimble will still offer a free version and the Google SketchUp Warehouse will still remain.

If Tool Users Talked Like Photographers – LensRentals

If you have ever visited a photography forum you have probably figured out pretty quickly that you are doing everything all wrong and that everyone else knows more than you. What if tool forums were the same way? A funny post at LensRentals shows us what it would be like if the elite photographer attitude was present in tool forums (sadly it is to some extent).

Pegboard Drawer Bottoms – Kreg (newsletter)

Have you ever heard of pegboard drawer bottoms? The Kreg April newsletter briefly talks about them, and the idea isn't half bad. By using a pegboard bottom, and dividers with pegs in them, you can easily reposition the dividers to match your changing needs. They also have the advantage of keeping you drawers free from dust build up.

12V Recip Saw Showdown, Milwaukee v Bosch v DeWalt v Makita – Coptool

Which ultra-compact reciprocating saw is best? Coptool puts the 12V recip saws from the major brands in a head to head battle. They test cutting speed, power, battery life, comfort and more. Check out the review to see who Coptool chooses as the winner.

Custom Woodworker Takes on OSHA and Wins – Woodworking Network

The big bad OSHA is out there and they just might find you and fine you, even if you did nothing wrong. How? By using ANSI standards that do not exist. OSHA is here to keep us safe, but don't let them push you around.

Fastcap Square 'n' Tape – Eat Your Heart Out Swiss Army Knife - HomeFixated

Chances are that if you are using a tape measure you probably are using a square as well. HomeFixated reviews a product that combines the two into one. Sound like it could be a time saver; though it probably wont fit in your tape measure pocket.

The Original All-Terrain Table Saw - Tools Of The Trade

Before manufacturers came out with table saws with built it wheeled stands, or even portable table saws, people that were on-the-go had to make their own. Take a look at one mans solution from the 60's.

Lead Paint Opt-Out Bill May Soften Tough New Lead Law – HCI

The new lead laws introduced by the EPA are a pain in the backside, but a new bill might take some of sting away by allowing home owners to opt-out. Why opt -out? Because many contractors will not touch a house with lead paint because of the harsh EPA laws

Skinth OG Ultimate Multi-Tool Sheath – ToolGuyd

Some guys like to carry around small tools (known as EDC or everyday carry) to help them throughout the day and some guys like to carry around a lot of tools. This cool sheath makes it easier for people with a lot of EDC tools to keep organized and be funtional.

Power tools and Empowerment: Emma Willard School hosts Rosie's Girls – Press Release

Rosie the Riveter still lives on. A cool summer program at the Emma Willard School teaches young 7th to 9th grade girls how to build things with power tools and how to do automotive repairs.

Try an impact driver, and your screw gun will gather dust – Chicago Tribune

If you are not using an impact driver for all of your screwing needs, you are missing out. In this article from Ask The Builder, Tim Carter explains why you should own an impact driver and why they are better at driving screws vs an standard drill.