Robert Robillard is a remodeler, general contractor, and principal of a carpentry and renovation business located in Concord, Massachusetts, and serves as the Editor of Tool Box Buzz and founding editor of A Concord Carpenter . Rob is in charge of our Tool and Product Review - Tool and Product Review - Video Channel, , where we post all of our tool reviews and video tutorials. Rob enjoys using his knowledge and experience to help and educate building professionals as well as DIYers on best practices in the remodeling industry. The Concord Carpenter's motto: "Well done is better than well said!" : Read more about Rob
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By Rob Robillard
Southwire 7164SW-7165SW LED String Light As a remolding contractor I’ve use incandescent string lights to illuminate the job site for as long as I can remember. Recently while attending a trade show I saw the Southwire LED String Light and was impressed with the quality of light output. LED lights run cooler than incandescent bulbs and are […]
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By Rob Robillard
Delta 26-2250 12 in. Dual Bevel Sliding Cruzer Miter Saw Review The folks at Delta are working hard to get back into the game. They recently introduced the brand new CRUZER miter saws. The CRUZER has a unique, robot-like arm that allows the saw to perform similar to a sliding miter saw. Similar to the […]
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By Rob Robillard
Milwaukee M18 Cordless 7-1/4″ Miter Saw 2733-21 Review The miter saw is a tool that brings carpentry cuts to a higher level of accuracy. Miter saws provide quick, accurate cross cuts at angles. While designed for finish carpentry, like molding and trim cutting applications, they are now being utilized in all phases of construction. “First Impressions” […]
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Makita 18V X2 LXT (36V) Brushless Cordless 10″ Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw XSL06Z Review At first glance you’ll notice that the Makita 10″ Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw is cordless, and has a smaller footprint than most miter saws. You’ll also notice that its rail system looks, well, different. Right off the bat I’m thinking this […]
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Milwaukee M12 3/8” Crown Stapler 2447 Review Milwaukee has come out with their Milwaukee M12 3/8” Crown Stapler, this stapler spans the gap between a hand stapler and a hamper tacker. At $99.00 Milwaukee was able to replace an arduous hand tool, and make it easier to use, faster and still keep it small enough to fit […]
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Hitachi 10” Sliding Dual Compound Miter Saw with Laser- model C10FSHC Just released, the new Hitachi 10″ Slide Miter Saw C10FSHC has some cool features you may be interested in. This saw also features a zero, rear clearance slide system allowing it to sit on a bench, up against a wall. Compact Slide System The […]
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Milwaukee One-Handed M18 Hackzall Reciprocating Saw 2719-20 Milwaukee just released the brand new M18 Fuel Hackzall. This new saw is designed to be a one-handed saw and has had SWEEPING improvements to it, compared to the earlier M12 Hackzall. Milwaukee is focusing this Hackzall on core users in the remodeling, electrical and plumbing trades. They’re goal […]
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Bosch GSR12V-140FC 12V Max FlexiClick™ 5-In-1 Drill/Driver System The saying “I’ve got all angles covered,” certainly applies to the new Bosch 12V Max FlexiClick™ 5-In-1 Drill/Driver System. The FlexiClick, a compact 12-volt tool with four attachments allows you greater access and flexibility when drilling and driving fasteners in tight areas. The attachments include: 3/8” keyless chuck […]
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Festool Planex Easy Drywall Sander 571935 The new Planex Easy drywall sander was designed, for long reach sanding of drywall and plaster surfaces. This model was designed, not the replace it former version, but to offer users a simplifier option. Festool recognized that painters are trying to eliminate scratches on the wall during surface preparation. […]
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JWDS 16-32 Drum Sander With Stand Review Years ago when I began my woodworking business I found myself where many of us do, making cutting boards like they’re going out of style. They’re fun, simple, and they sell most importantly. Problem is, they’re time consuming for such small items, and they’re difficult to get dead […]
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