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We test the tools, workwear, and kit that actually matters on site.  Just straight advice from people who’ve used it.

Why I Quit Ryobi Mid-Season — A Carpenter’s Honest Take

A working carpenter on why I ditched Ryobi ONE+ mid-season, where it held up, where it didn't, and what I run for daily trade use now.

Hilti vs Milwaukee, Heavy Trade Power Tools Compared

Hilti vs Milwaukee compared for UK heavy trade in 2026 — Nuron vs M18, price, durability, batteries and the Hilti fleet model.

Best Pipe Wrench UK 2026 — Stillson and Straight Wrenches Tested for Trade Use

The best pipe wrenches for UK trade use in 2026 — Ridgid, Bahco, Footprint and Stanley straight and Stillson wrenches compared for plumbers and heating engineers.

Best Tools for a New Van Setup — A Practical Trade Kit-Out

A practical guide to kitting out a new work van in 2026 — racking, security, power, lighting and the core tool list for UK tradespeople.

Knipex vs Wera — Pliers and Screwdrivers Compared for UK Trades

Knipex vs Wera compared for UK trades in 2026 — who makes the best pliers, who makes the best screwdrivers, and whether you need both brands.

Best Tile Cutter UK 2026 — Manual and Electric, Tested for Trade Use

The best tile cutters for UK trade use in 2026 — Sigma, Rubi and Montolit manual cutters and electric wet saws compared for porcelain and ceramic.

The Hidden Cost of the Paslode Fuel Canister — Is Gas Still Worth It in 2026?

The real running cost of Paslode gas nailers in 2026 — fuel cells, collated nails and whether battery nailers now make more sense for UK trades.

DeWalt FlexVolt vs Makita XGT — Which 36V+ Platform Wins for Heavy Trade?

DeWalt FlexVolt vs Makita XGT compared for UK heavy trade in 2026 — voltage, batteries, tool range, cross-compatibility and which to buy.

Best Paint Roller for Tradespeople UK 2026 — Tried and Tested

The best paint rollers for UK trade decorators in 2026 — Purdy, Hamilton, Fossa and Coral frames and sleeves compared for a fast, flat finish.

Sold Secure Ratings Explained — Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond for Trade Use

Sold Secure Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond ratings explained for UK trades — what each tier resists and which to buy for van and tool security.

Paslode IM65 vs IM350+ — Which Nail Gun for Which Job?

Paslode IM65 vs IM350+ compared for UK trades — first fix vs second fix, specs, nails, price and which to buy in 2026.

Best Paint Sprayer for Decorators UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

The best paint sprayers for UK decorators in 2026 — Titan ControlMax, Wagner Control Pro, Graco Magnum and handheld HVLP picks compared.

How to Choose the Right Power Tool Battery Platform (UK Guide 2026)

How to pick the right cordless power tool battery platform in 2026. DeWalt XR/FlexVolt, Makita LXT/XGT, Milwaukee M18/M12 and Bosch compared for UK trades.

Best Chalk Line UK 2026 — Tested on Real Trade Work

Best chalk lines for UK trade work in 2026. Stanley FatMax, Tajima Chalk-Rite, Bahco, Faithfull and Hultafors compared on case, line and chalk.

Best Multimeter UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

Best multimeters for UK tradespeople in 2026. Fluke, Megger, Klein, Draper and Sealey compared on CAT rating, true RMS, NCV and price for sparks, plumbers and maintenance.

Draper vs Stanley — Which Budget Tool Brand Wins?

Draper vs Stanley hand tools compared for UK tradespeople in 2026. Spanners, screwdrivers, sockets, warranty, price and where each brand earns its place on the van.

Best Waterproof Work Jacket UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

Best waterproof work jackets for UK tradespeople in 2026 — Helly Hansen, Snickers GORE-TEX, DeWalt, Scruffs and Portwest hi-vis tested for site use.

Best Utility Knife UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

Best utility knives for UK tradespeople in 2026 — Milwaukee Fastback, Stanley FatMax, OLFA and folding lock-backs tested for site and second-fix use.

Is Ryobi Worth It for Tradespeople? An Honest UK Review

Is Ryobi worth it for UK tradespeople? We break down the ONE+ and ONE+ HP ranges, who they suit, and where you should spend more.

Best Cordless Router UK 2026

Best cordless routers for UK tradespeople in 2026 — Makita, Bosch, DeWalt, Milwaukee and Ryobi 18V trim routers tested on power, run-time and accuracy.

Best Work Polo Shirts UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

Best work polo shirts for UK tradespeople in 2026. Snickers, Portwest, Dickies, Site King and Scruffs tested for fabric, fit, durability and price.

Best Tool Trolley UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

Best tool trolleys for UK tradespeople in 2026. Sealey, Halfords, Draper, Bunker and Teng compared on drawer count, load rating, casters and price.

Bahco vs Facom — Which Hand Tool Brand Wins?

Bahco vs Facom head-to-head for UK trades. We compare ratchets, spanners, screwdrivers, pricing, warranty and which brand suits which job.

Best Cordless Heat Gun UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

Best cordless heat guns for UK tradespeople in 2026 — Makita, Bosch, Milwaukee, DeWalt and Ryobi 18V battery heat guns tested for trade and site work.

First Year Builder Tool Kit — What You Actually Need

The honest first-year builder tool kit for UK apprentices in 2026 — the hand tools, PPE, power tools and storage you actually need on site, no filler.

Best Ratchet Screwdriver UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

Best ratchet screwdrivers for UK tradespeople in 2026 — Wera, Bahco, Stanley FatMax, Wiha and Felo tested for second-fix and trade use.

Best Hi-Vis Vest UK 2026 — Tested for Site Wear and Visibility

The best hi-vis vests for UK tradespeople in 2026 — Portwest, Snickers, Pulsar, Leo Workwear, Scruffs and Site picks rated for visibility, fit and durability.

Best Cordless Planer UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

The best cordless planers for UK tradespeople in 2026 — DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee, Bosch, Festool and Ryobi tested for door hanging, second-fix and joinery.

Best Van Shelving UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

The best van shelving systems for UK tradespeople in 2026 — Bott, Sortimo, Bri-Stor, Van Guard, Rhino and Tevo compared for fit, durability and price.

Best Chisel Set UK 2026 — Tested for Trade Use

The best chisel sets for UK tradespeople in 2026 — Bahco, Marples, Stanley FatMax, Narex and Kirschen tested for joinery, second-fix and site work.
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