Learn how to make a Flat Pack LED Lamp! We created this project while we were on the road and at Paul Jackman’s house in D.C.! This project wouldn’t have been possible without our amazing X-Carve from Inventables. We are diving into some electrical work this project, so get ready!

You guys know by now we love having a clean shop. With this Ridgid 16 Gal. 6.5-Peak HP Wet Dry Vac we can do just that. With it being on it's own sort of cart with a handle, I feel like we own an industrial warehouse that needs to be clean. That or it feels like one of those orbital buffers! Anyways, I love having the handle on it, saves my back some pain not having to bend over to move it around the shop.

If you're like us, and do some client work that requires you to take tools for installs, then we have the perfect accessory for you. Now, this tool could really be for anyone. Someone who has a small shop and needs for this to be put away, or you enjoy working in the outdoors and need a simple table, this could be for you. 

Welcoming to the shop, the Makita 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Variable Speed Compact Router with built-in LED light. This little guy is absolutely amazing. It's so compact which makes it a little less scary than the bigger routers. Also, the fact that this is batteries powered blows our minds. It has so much power that it could probably go through almost anything.

OK. The most useful tool that has ever came through our shop is the Dremel Multi-Max. I'm not kidding, we used this tool for just about anything. Cutting through wall paneling for outlets, fixing trim, tearing down sheet panels, literally anything. It's a good tool to have around the shop and around the house.

So we are all in search of the perfect drill and driver. We gotta have them in the shop or else you'll be drilling until Christmas. We just got our hands on the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Hammer Drill & Impact Driver. They are lightweight and smaller than other drills and drivers, even with the 18V 5Ah batteries on them, always a plus for those tight spaces.

We have used diablo blades for years. They have always been on all our table saws, miters saws, and circular saws, and now they will stay on our reciprocating saw. We got to test out 3 different diablo blades, all for different occasions or jobs. 

The mother of the tool is the MEGAMax Brushless 18V Power Base. It's the industries most powerful interchangeable tool system. Also, can't forget to mention that this tool is octane that provides maximum performance in high demand applications. The smart Power Base automatically identifies the attached head and configures to match. 

Hallelujah! No more killing your hands when trying to cut any kind of bolt or chain. The new Ryobi ONE+ 18V Bolt Cutters' jaws open to accommodate materials up to 3/8 in. in diameter. Over 200 cuts per charge with P108 High Capacity Battery. Ideal for cutting a variety of materials including chains, locks, bolts, fencing and wire shelving. 

he Milwaukee M18 Random Orbit Sander has 7,000-12,000 Max OPM output and variable speeds. If you are already a Milwaukee owner, this is compatible with all M18 batteries and chargers. It’s also part of the M18 System, featuring over 150+ tools!! That’s a ton

This work light is amazing for so many different applications. It is amazing as a work light with 360° of rotation so it’s able to look up into those hard to reach places. The Ryobi LED Color Range Work Light has a very sturdy base, so no need to worry about knocking to over or the light tilting down from not enough tension to keep at a certain degree. 

We have done our fair share of figuring out what shop products work and what doesn't work in our shop. I mean, we've moved 3 times in 2 years and have cleaned out the stuff we don't use and kept the tools we can't live without. That is what we are going to talk to you guys about today! Here are a few shop tools and accessories for the shop that's under $15. 

The Dremel Style is the ultimate craft tool! Hands down. Best for glass etching, leather burnishing, jewelry making, wood etching and more! The slim size allows you to get closer to your work piece and provides maximum control in precision etching, engraving, polishing and sanding applications.

I love to have a clean shop. We are both so much more productive when everything is clean and put in its place. The Makita 18V Vacuum Kit works absolute wonders for keeping the shop floor clean. It has up to 15 minutes of continuous use from a single fully charged 18-Volt compact lithium-ion 0Ah battery. You can use this as a hand vac or with the attachment for a floor vac and it has a powerful suction for only 7lbs.  It's just a win all around! 

We have always wanted a tool box to take with us when we do client installs. Previously, we have filled our arms up with as much tools and screws we could carry from the car to inside where we were installing. We were both taking 2 or 3 trips each, which took up a lot of time for us to just get set up. The Husky 22 in. Connect Rolling System Tool Box has changed everything. A rolling tool box!

Everyone loves a good drill bit. We’ve all had those bits that strip the screw the very first second the impact starts turning. We are here today to talk to you about what bits we use to avoid throwing everything across the room, too aggressive?

We all love a good reciprocating saw. It’s this special tool that gets the job done when no other one can. We recently got our hands on the RIDGID 18-Volt Octane Brushless Reciprocating Saw. The brushless motor technology will keep the saw lasting longer and a 50% longer run time when paired with 6Ah Hyper Octane Lithium Ion Battery.

We recently did an entire build out in a new Lululemon store that came to Fairhope, AL. We had so much fun designing and building all projects that went into this store that we have fallen in love with OSB. We used a lot of new tools that made this job a whole lot easier, so we though we would share with you these must have tools!

This week we made a coffee table made out of concrete and a live edge cherry slab from downtown Birmingham, AL. This project turned out so cool and Alex from Mr. Build It did an awesome job with the legs! Praise the Lord that the concrete didn't break on us and everything worked out! This was a really fun project and it’s the perfect modern for our office.

We all have dreamed of having the ultimate shop or even simply the ultimate workbench. A workbench that can define you as maker. A workbench that is the center of attention. A workbench that you grin every time you use it. A workbench where all your best projects are made. Most importantly, a workbench that your kid's kid will love and cherish one day. This workbench is that workbench for us. We have build and made plans for our Steel and Wood Workbench!