Maker Project Lab
June 15, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , ,

Make Plastic Car Trim Look New Again

Tool:

Meguiars Ultimate Black Plastic Restorer
http://amzn.to/2FPIgFq

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video we’re going to take a look at Meguiars Ultimate Black Plastic Restorer. I got a bottle of this for around $7 on Amazon. I’m going to show you why it’s awesome. This is not a sponsored video, and honestly I’m not even sure if I’m pronouncing the brand name right. But if you want to pick this up, using the Amazon link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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June 12, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

Best Ergonomic Hand Sander

Tool:

5″ Sanding Mouse
http://amzn.to/2u6s8ts

As recommended by Nick Offerman:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gh6H7Md_L2k

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This time I’ve got a sanding mouse. I picked this up for $10 just last week after seeing Nick Offerman mention them in a This Old House video that I’ll link to. If you want to pick this same one up, using the Amazon link in the video description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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June 11, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , ,

Tip for Backing Furniture Up to Outlets

Tools:

Hug-A-Plug, http://amzn.to/2FmdR11
Belkin Power Strip Surge Protector, http://amzn.to/2oUCaZH
Cheap Amazon Basic Power Strip, http://amzn.to/2DcPfBU

Previous Cool Tool Review:

https://kk.org/cooltools/dual-outlet-right-angle-wall-adapter/

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video we’re going to take a look at the Hug-A-Plug. This is a humble yet handy power socket adapter for North American type outlets. A two pack of these cost me around $11 on Amazon. If you some for yourself, an Amazon link in th description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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June 10, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , ,

DeWalt Right Angle Attachment Puts Screws in Impossible Spots

Tool:

DEWALT Right Angle Attachment
http://amzn.to/2G66SGE

Transcript:

It’s time for this week’s Cool Tool review. This time, we’re taking a look at this right angle adapter for your drill or impact driver, made by Dewalt. I picked this on Amazon for around $18, and if you want one for yourself, using the Amazon link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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June 9, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

Turn Your Angle Grinder Into a Metal Chop Saw

Tool:

Klutch Angle Grinder Holder
http://amzn.to/2Dreamg

Accessories:

Leather Welding Gloves
http://amzn.to/2G3DRex

Safety Works Adjustable Headgear with Faceshield
http://amzn.to/2E07uNi

Professional Ear Defenders
http://amzn.to/2Dysi0x

Digital Angle Ruler`
http://amzn.to/2DCuVOA

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This week I’m going to show you an angle grinder holder made by Klutch. I got this for around $26 on Amazon, it’s a unique way to cut metal, and you can pick this same one up by using the Amazon link in the show notes, which helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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June 8, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

Tips for Using the Bucket Boss Parachute Bag

Tool:

Bucket Boss Parachute Bag
http://amzn.to/2Dyt5i1

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in a previous video I told you about using a parachute bag to store screws. In this video, I’m going to give you a closer look at what’s in my bag, and a few tips on how I use it. I’ve only been using one for a few weeks though, so take this with a grain of salt, and please leave a comment with your own advice and tips.

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June 3, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , ,

Hakko CHP-170 Flush Cutter Review

Tool:

Hakko CHP-170 Micro Soft Wire Cutter
http://amzn.to/2fOo7n8

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review! This time around I’m going to show you my favorite pair of flush cutters for electronics. They’re just $5 on Amazon, and made by Hakko. By picking these using the link in the description you help to support my show and the Cool Tools blog.

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June 1, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , ,

My Favorite Shop Broom

Tool:

O-Cedar Commercial Multi-Surface Push Broom
http://amzn.to/2xdYRJV

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This time I’m going to show you this commercial push broom from O-Cedar. I got my this on Amazon for $28, and if you’re overcome with envy, using the Amazon link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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May 29, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , ,

Alitove WS2812B Addressable LED Strip Review

Tool:

ALITOVE 16.4ft WS2812B Individually Addressable LED Strip Light
http://amzn.to/2kmpGKB

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This week I’m going to show you a 16-foot reel of WS2812B LED lights. I got these for under $30 on Amazon. And by picking some up using the link in the description, you help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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