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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.

First Year Roofer Tool Kit – What You Actually Need

A no-nonsense first year roofer tool kit for the UK - slate tools, safety gear, hand tools and what to buy later, with realistic costs to get started.

Best Biscuit Jointer UK 2026

The best biscuit jointers for UK trade use in 2026 - Lamello, Makita, DeWalt and budget picks, plus how to choose and get clean, flush joints every time.

Modular Tool Storage – Packout vs ToughSystem vs Systainer

Milwaukee Packout vs DeWalt ToughSystem 2.0 vs Festool Systainer compared for UK trade use in 2026 - price, build, accessories and which system to commit to.

Stihl vs Husqvarna – Petrol Tools for Trade and Site Compared

Stihl vs Husqvarna compared for UK trade and site use in 2026 - chainsaws, cut-off saws, dealer support, running costs and which brand suits your work.

Best Cordless Vacuum for Tradespeople UK 2026

The best cordless vacuums for UK trade use in 2026 - Makita, Milwaukee, DeWalt and Bosch L-class picks plus budget options, tested for site clean-up.

Karcher vs Nilfisk – Pressure Washers Compared for Trade Use

Karcher vs Nilfisk pressure washers for UK trade use in 2026 - pumps, flow, parts, price and service compared to help you pick the right machine.

Best Pressure Washer for Trade Use UK 2026

The best trade pressure washers for UK professionals in 2026 - Karcher HD, Nilfisk MC, Kranzle and V-TUF cold-water machines built for daily site use.

Why Every Chippy Should Own a Track Saw Before a Circular Saw

An opinion piece for UK carpenters: why a track saw earns its place in the van before a circular saw, and when the circular saw still wins.

Trend vs Festool – Routers and Plunge Saws for Joiners Compared

Trend vs Festool for UK joiners in 2026 - routers, plunge saws, jigs and price compared, so you know where each brand is worth the money.

Best Track Saw UK 2026

The best track saws for UK trade use in 2026 - Festool, Makita, DeWalt and Bosch plunge saws plus budget picks, tested for site and workshop.

First Year Bricklayer Tool Kit — What You Actually Need

A first-year bricklayer's tool kit for UK apprentices in 2026 — the trowel, levels, hammers, line and pins you actually need on day one, and what to buy later.

Festool vs Mafell — Premium Woodworking Tools Compared

Festool vs Mafell premium woodworking tools compared for UK joiners in 2026 — track saws, rail systems, dust extraction, build quality and value at the top end.

Best Cement Mixer UK 2026

The best cement mixers for UK trade and site use in 2026 — Belle Minimix electric, petrol and cordless plus budget drum mixers, compared on drum size and value.

Estwing vs Stanley FatMax — Hammers Compared for Site

Estwing vs Stanley FatMax hammers compared for UK site work in 2026 — build, vibration, grip, weight and value for carpenters, framers and general builders.

Best Brick Trowel UK 2026 — London Pattern Trowels Compared for Bricklayers

The best brick trowels for UK bricklayers in 2026 — Marshalltown, Spear & Jackson Tyzack, Ragni and OX London pattern trowels compared on weight and grip.

First Year Decorator Tool Kit — What You Actually Need

A practical first-year decorator tool kit for UK apprentices in 2026 — the painting and decorating tools you actually need to start, what to skip, and what to budget.

Stabila vs DeWalt — Spirit Levels Compared for Trade Use

Stabila vs DeWalt spirit levels compared for UK trade use in 2026 — accuracy, durability and value for builders, chippies and site work.

Best Inspection Camera for Electricians UK 2026

The best inspection cameras and borescopes for UK electricians in 2026 — Milwaukee, RIDGID and Teslong compared for cavities, voids and cable runs.

First Year Tiler Tool Kit — What You Actually Need

A practical first-year tiler tool kit for UK apprentices in 2026 — the tiling tools you actually need to start work, what to skip, and roughly what to budget.

Bosch GBH vs Hilti TE — SDS Drills Compared for Heavy Trade

Bosch GBH vs Hilti TE SDS drills compared for UK heavy trade in 2026 — price, power, durability and total cost of ownership for builders and groundworkers.

Best Drain Rod Set UK 2026 — Universal, Lockfast and Budget Rods Compared

The best drain rod sets for UK trade use in 2026 — Bailey, Monument and Silverline universal and lockfast rods compared for plumbers and drainage work.

Cheap Screwdrivers Are Costing You — A Spark’s Take on £30 vs £3 Sets

A working electrician on why cheap screwdrivers cost you more — cam-out, safety and the real £30 vs £3 maths for UK trade use.

CK vs Wera — VDE Screwdrivers Compared for Electricians

CK vs Wera VDE screwdrivers compared for UK electricians in 2026 — handle, tips, sets and price to help you pick the right insulated drivers.

Best Plumber’s Blowtorch UK 2026

The best plumber's blowtorches for UK soldering in 2026 — Rothenberger, Sievert and budget picks compared on heat, trigger ignition and gas.

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.
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