What is a portable band saw used for?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
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Robert D. Miller
Robert D. Miller writes ToolsLiving's guides on tools, fasteners, adhesives and outdoor power equipment.
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Guides by Robert D. Miller (71)
Types of nail guns and what each one is for
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Table saw vs miter saw vs chop saw: which one do you need?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Leaf blower flat vs round nozzle: which one should you use?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Klein MM700 multimeter: specs, CAT ratings and who it suits
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Is Ryobi a good brand? The facts, and who it suits
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to read and use a feeler gauge (and check its accuracy)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to make a leaf blower more powerful (and what's a myth)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to install quarter round without a nail gun
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to cut plexiglass with a circular saw
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to cut aluminum: sheet, tube, angle and bar
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to cut a circle with a jigsaw (or a router)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to cut 1/4-inch steel plate at home
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How much does a chainsaw weigh? Spec weights for 15 saws
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Does Gorilla Glue work on silicone?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Corded vs cordless miter saw: which one should you buy?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Coil vs stick framing nailer: which one should you buy?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Can you use mulching blades with side discharge?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Can you use 2-stroke oil as chainsaw bar oil? What to use instead
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Can a miter saw cut metal or aluminum?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Brushed vs brushless tools: what you actually get for the money
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Best drill bit for porcelain tile: which type for which hole
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Best drill bit for hardened steel: cobalt or carbide?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Where to sell used power tools (and get a fair price)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What size mower for 2 acres?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What will a 10,000-watt generator run?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What size inverter do you need to run a circular saw?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is drill rod? Grades, sizes and what it's used for
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is the awl on a multi-tool for?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is a trim saw and when would you use one?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is a panel saw?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is a nailer board? (Framing term explained)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is a magnetic drill (and when a DIYer needs one)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is a drill bushing?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is a buzz saw?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is .625 on a tape measure?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What is a basin wrench, and how do you use one?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What happens if you drill into a gas pipe? What to do right now
Updated Nov 6, 2026
What blade to cut up a hot tub (and how to do it safely)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Types of screwdrivers (PH, PZ, Torx, Robertson) and which bit fits
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Screw won't go into the wall? Find the cause and fix it
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Ryobi battery won't charge? Read the charger lights first
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Rotex vs random orbital sander: which one do you need?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Rear discharge mower: pros, cons and how it compares to side discharge
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Power tool wattage chart: running and starting watts
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Hydraulic limb saws: what they are, who needs one, build vs buy
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to use an analog multimeter (and read the needle right)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to use a torque wrench (and how it works)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to test for voltage with a multimeter, safely
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to use a paint sprayer without drips, spits or tails
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to sharpen a titanium-coated knife (without wrecking the coating)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to sharpen a diamond blade (dress it, don't grind it)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to remove tile from a concrete floor (and the thin-set under it)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to remove the nozzle from a Sun Joe pressure washer
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to remove a spanner nut without the spanner wrench
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to remove a snap ring without pliers
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to remove a broken drill bit from metal, wood or concrete
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to read AC gauges (and the EPA rule you need to know)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to organize a toolbox so you can find every tool
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to make a hole in resin without a drill
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to install DeWalt trimmer line (QuickLoad head, step by step)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to drill a 4-inch hole in a concrete foundation wall
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to cut tile without a wet saw (4 methods, ranked)
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to cut laminate flooring without a saw
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to drain and clean an air compressor tank safely
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to build a hot saw: parts, rules and safety
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How often should a generator be serviced? Schedules by type
Updated Nov 6, 2026
How many cells are in a 12-volt battery?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Cen-Tech digital multimeter guide: settings, specs and safe limits
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Can you use a chainsaw in the rain?
Updated Nov 6, 2026
Can you cut drywall with a circular saw? You can, but you shouldn't
Updated Nov 6, 2026