Tools

Stock molding and MDF panels transform a roomby Gary Striegler

Whether you're hanging doors or framing walls, here are the top picks from a crowded fieldby Andy Beasley

Six tools let you unhook from the hoseby Gary M. Katz

They're not just for gluing up: Clamps can serve as handles and locks, or as helpers that never file for unemploymentby John Carroll

These indispensable tools come in many shapes and sizes; here's how to get the most from them.by Clayton DeKorne

There are lots of models on the market; here's advice from a carpenter who tried out 16 of the bestby Gary M. Katz

A production finish carpenter explains how to use and maintain these indispensable toolsby Jim Britton

Small enough to carry, big enough to rip green 2x12s, accurate enough for finish workby Gary M. Katz

A sidewinder is the most important tool on the job site, but did anybody ever teach you how to use one safely and effectively?by John Spier

Job-site trails assess the quality and performance of more than two dozen compressors designed for trim carpenterby Jim Britton

Specialty drill bits and accessories speed work and improve accuracyby Bruce Greenlaw

These easily constructed tools help with building tasks from framing to finishby Tom Law

Modified tools and custom jigs expedite staircase assemblyby Michael von Deckbar-Frabbiele

Tuned and adjusted right, these planes will save time and improve your workby Scott Wynn

This system combines traditional looks with efficient assembly techniquesby Jim Tolpin

Quick and easy insurance against joints opening upby Kevin Ireton

The secret is in the order of cutsby Bruce Andrews

Cope-and-stick router sets can do more than just cabinet doorsby T.H. Richards