In this article, I will explain in more detail what brad point drill bits are used for and the recommended types for which project. In general, brad (or spur) point drill bits are used for drilling holes in softwood, hardwood, soft plastic, metal, and sometimes tougher materials depending on the type of drill bit, which … Read more
This step-by-step guide will teach you how to drill a hole in sea glass without breaking it. Drilling sea glass without proper training and the right tools is a total waste of your time. The only thing you get from this is broken sea glass. Luckily, over the years, I have had some great experiences … Read more
In this article, you’ll learn an easy step-by-step guide on sharpening drill bits with a file. It is time to sharpen your drill bits if you have difficulties drilling or hear screeching noises. But you might not have access to a bench grinder. So, what is the solution? During many projects I’ve worked on as … Read more
Do you need to drill a hole but don’t know what size bit to use? Below I’ll teach you what size drill bit you need for a #10 screw. Normally, we drill a pilot hole before screwing in a screw, for which we use a power drill. The drill bits you fit in them come … Read more
In this article, I’ll teach you how to mount a transducer without drilling using my two favorite methods. I have experience fixing boats and installing transducers without cutting holes which often results in damage. Here I will guide you through two of the most commonly used methods. If you install a transducer using any of … Read more
In this article, I’ll teach you to drill a hole for a Door Strike Plate. It is always advisable to drill a neat and precise hole before a door strike plate installation. As a handyman, I have installed multiple door strike plates and have some tips and tricks I’ll teach you below so you can … Read more
What if you don’t have a screwdriver available on hand? Or what if the screw head is too worn for the screwdriver? The best solution is to use the tools that you already have. As a handyman, I have found alternate solutions for driving in a screw many times before, and here I’ll teach you … Read more
If you have a brick wall and want to hang a picture, you can try a few methods. This article will show you how to do it without drilling. The solution is to use a wall hanger, a picture frame-hanging rail, or steel or masonry nails that can be lodged into brick walls. If you … Read more
An oil pressure-sending unit is an integral part of a car that requires frequent inspection. In this article, I’ll explain the role of a sending unit in your car. The sending unit is built into vehicles to let the driver know whether or not a part is functioning properly. The sending unit communicates amongst specific … Read more
VSR drills are essential for drilling holes in wood, concrete, and steel. Knowing the features of a VSR drill, its power source, functionality, and other details are crucial when considering purchasing one. A VSR drill is a valuable tool when using self-drilling screws and the drill as a screw gun, as well as when starting … Read more
