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Top tool picks for building projects

Tools for concrete, landscaping, roofing, painting, drywall, decking, and tile jobs, each listed next to the calculators that work out the materials.

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How these picks are chosen. Each tool is listed for one stated use, based on the specifications and features its manufacturer publishes. The specs on every card are quoted from the manufacturer's product page or manual, linked under the card. We have not tested these tools ourselves, and the order within a section is not a ranking.

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Concrete: slabs, footings and posts

Mixing in a tub is fine for a few bags. When a pour needs bag after bag without a break, a mixer gives a more even batch and saves your back. Count the bags with the calculator first, then compare drum size and power.

Calculator: Concrete Calculator

Guides: How to Pour a Concrete Slab, How Much Concrete Do I Need for a Fence Post?, Concrete Bag Yields by Bag Size

Buying guide: Best Concrete Mixers for DIY Slabs and Posts (2026)

  • IMER · Concrete mixers

    IMER Wheelman II 1105421 Electric Multi-Mixer (Poly Drum)

    Best for: Mixing bagged concrete or mortar for slabs, footings and fence posts in a mixer that rolls like a wheelbarrow.

    Batch size
    2.5 cu ft batch output
    Power
    1/2 hp, 120 V, 6 A electric
    Type
    Wheelbarrow-style drum mixer: mix, wheel and dump
    Drum
    5 cu ft polyethylene, 24 in diameter
    Pour height
    8 in (21 in on the optional stand)
    Wheels
    14 in pneumatic

    Specs from IMER Wheelman Multi-Mixer product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • IMER · Concrete mixers

    IMER Minuteman 1126632 Electric Mixer (Poly Drum)

    Best for: Mixing bagged concrete for slabs and footings and pouring each batch into a wheelbarrow, with a drum one person can lift out for transport.

    Batch size
    2.5 cu ft batch output
    Power
    1/2 HP, 120 V electric
    Type
    Portable drum mixer with a removable drum
    Drum
    5 cu ft polyethylene, 24 in diameter
    Pour height
    21 in
    Wheels
    10 in
    Weight
    110 lb

    Specs from IMER Minuteman mixer product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Stark USA · Concrete mixers

    Stark USA 67001 Portable 5.0 Cu Ft Electric Cement Mixer

    Best for: Mixing a few bags of concrete, mortar or stucco at a time in a steel drum on a standard outlet.

    Batch size
    2.5 cu ft or 270 lb mixing capacity
    Power
    1/2 HP, 110 V electric
    Type
    Portable drum mixer with a tilting drum
    Drum
    5 cu ft steel
    Pour height
    23 in
    Speed
    23 RPM drum
    Wheels
    Two rubber wheels

    Specs from Stark USA Portable 5.0 Cu Ft Electric Cement Mixer (67001) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • IMER · Concrete mixers

    IMER Multi-Mix 350 1105802 Electric Concrete Mixer

    Best for: Large slabs and footings from bagged concrete, mixed in big batches on a 120 V outlet.

    Batch size
    9.5 cu ft batch output
    Power
    2 HP, 120 V electric
    Type
    Portable barrel mixer, not towable
    Drum
    12 cu ft steel
    Wheels
    15 in
    Weight
    385 lb

    Specs from IMER Multi-Mix 350 mixer product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • DEWALT · Concrete mixers

    DEWALT DCD130T1 60V MAX Mixer/Drill Kit with E-Clutch System

    Best for: Mixing concrete, mortar or thinset a bucket at a time for fence posts and repairs, away from an outlet.

    Batch size
    One bucket at a time (runtime counted in 4.5 gal buckets of concrete)
    Power
    60V MAX cordless, brushless motor
    Type
    Cordless mixer/drill with E-Clutch anti-rotation
    Runtime
    Up to 9 buckets of concrete (4.5 gal) per charge of the included 6.0Ah battery
    Speed
    0–600 RPM
    Chuck
    1/2 in, keyed
    Includes
    6.0Ah battery (DCB606), fast charger (DCB118), side handle and chuck key
    Warranty
    3 years, limited

    Specs from DEWALT 60V MAX Mixer/Drill Kit with E-Clutch System (DCD130T1) product page, DEWALT DCD130 mixer/drill instruction manual (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Milwaukee · Concrete mixers

    Milwaukee 2810-20 M18 FUEL Mud Mixer with 180° Handle

    Best for: Mixing concrete or mortar a bucket at a time on M18 batteries you already own.

    Batch size
    One bucket at a time (runtime counted in 5 gal buckets; material not stated)
    Power
    M18 cordless, POWERSTATE brushless motor
    Type
    Cordless mud mixer for heavy compounds such as concrete and mortar
    Runtime
    Up to 15 five-gallon buckets per charge of a 5.0Ah battery
    Speed
    8-speed dial, variable-speed trigger and lock-on button
    Chuck
    1/2 in, keyed
    Includes
    Mixer and chuck key; no battery or charger in the box

    Specs from Milwaukee M18 FUEL Mud Mixer with 180° Handle (2810-20) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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Landscaping: gravel, mulch, soil and pavers

Bulk materials are heavy, and a base under pavers or a path has to be compacted in layers. A dump cart moves mulch and soil without tipping over, a hand tamper firms small areas, and a plate compactor handles patios and walks too large to tamp by hand.

Calculators: Gravel Calculator, Mulch Calculator, Topsoil Calculator, Paver Calculator

Guides: Gravel driveway layers: base, depth, and stone types, How to mulch garden beds: depth, timing, and types, How Many Pavers Are on a Pallet?

Buying guide: Best Wheelbarrows for Concrete, Gravel and Mulch (2026)

  • Gorilla Carts · Wheelbarrows and carts

    Gorilla Carts GOR4PS 600 lb Poly Garden Dump Cart

    Best for: Hauling mulch, topsoil and garden waste in a dump bed that does not tip over like a wheelbarrow.

    Capacity
    4 cu ft
    Max load
    600 lb
    Tray material
    Poly dump bed
    Tray size
    36 × 20 in
    Frame
    Powder-coated steel
    Wheels
    4
    Tires
    10 in pneumatic
    Weight
    31.5 lb

    Specs from Gorilla 600 lb. Poly Garden Dump Cart (GOR4PS) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Marathon · Wheelbarrows and carts

    Marathon 70002 Ultimate Wheelbarrow

    Best for: Heavy loads of gravel, sand and mixed concrete on a steel tray, on a tire that cannot go flat.

    Capacity
    6 cu ft
    Max load
    500 lb
    Tray material
    Steel
    Tray size
    26 × 38 in
    Handles
    Steel
    Wheels
    One
    Tires
    Flat-free
    Weight
    53 lb

    Specs from Marathon Ultimate Wheelbarrow (70002) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Gorilla Carts · Wheelbarrows and carts

    Gorilla Carts GS-6 6 cu ft Steel Wheelbarrow

    Best for: Mixing and moving concrete, gravel and other heavy material in a steel tub on a tire that cannot go flat.

    Capacity
    6 cu ft
    Tray material
    Steel
    Tray size
    37.6 × 25.4 × 16 in
    Handles
    Steel
    Wheels
    1 (2-wheel conversion kit sold separately)
    Tires
    16 in flat-free
    Weight
    47 lb

    Specs from Gorilla 6 cu. ft. Heavy Duty Steel Tub Wheelbarrow (GS-6) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Gorilla Carts · Wheelbarrows and carts

    Gorilla Carts GPX-8D 8 cu ft Poly Dual-Wheel Wheelbarrow

    Best for: Bulky loads of mulch, soil and gravel on two wheels, so you steer the load instead of balancing it.

    Capacity
    8 cu ft
    Tray material
    Poly
    Tray size
    38.74 × 32 × 20 in
    Handles
    Steel
    Wheels
    2 (converts to a single wheel)
    Tires
    16 in pneumatic
    Weight
    54.2 lb

    Specs from Gorilla 8 cu. ft. Pro Grade Poly Dual Wheel Wheelbarrow (GPX-8D) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • WORX · Wheelbarrows and carts

    WORX WG050 Aerocart 8-in-1 Wheelbarrow and Yard Cart

    Best for: Small loads of soil, stone and bagged material around the yard, plus moving pots, rocks and bags in its cart and dolly modes.

    Capacity
    About 3 cu ft
    Max load
    300 lb
    Tray material
    Steel
    Wheels
    Two
    Tires
    Flat-free
    Weight
    41 lb
    Modes
    8-in-1: wheelbarrow, yard cart, dolly and more
    Warranty
    3 years

    Specs from WORX Aerocart 8-in-1 Yard Cart / Wheelbarrow / Dolly (WG050) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Gorilla Carts · Wheelbarrows and carts

    Gorilla Carts 7GCG-NF 7 cu ft Poly Yard Dump Cart

    Best for: Big loads of mulch, soil and gravel on four flat-free tires, pulled by hand or towed behind a lawn tractor.

    Capacity
    7 cu ft
    Max load
    1,200 lb
    Tray material
    Poly dump bed
    Tray size
    39.5 × 27 in
    Frame
    Powder-coated steel
    Wheels
    4
    Tires
    13 in flat-free
    Weight
    54.25 lb
    Handle
    2-in-1: pull by hand or tow behind a lawn tractor or ATV

    Specs from Gorilla 7 Cu. Ft. Heavy Duty Poly Yard Dump Cart (7GCG-NF) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Bully Tools · Tampers and plate compactors

    Bully Tools 92540 Thick Steel Plate Tamper

    Best for: Firming gravel, sand and paver base by hand in small areas such as walkways and around posts.

    Plate
    9.75 × 9.75 × 3/8 in steel
    Handle
    All-steel, rubber grip
    Overall size
    48 × 10 × 10 in
    Weight
    16 lb

    Specs from Bully Tools Thick Steel Plate Tamper (92540) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • XtremepowerUS · Tampers and plate compactors

    XtremepowerUS 61019 6HP Gas Plate Compactor

    Best for: Compacting gravel and paver base under patios, walkways and driveways too large to tamp by hand.

    Engine
    6 HP (4.1 kW), 208 cc gas
    Centrifugal force
    15 kN
    Compaction depth
    Up to 13 in
    Plate
    20 × 17 in

    Specs from XtremepowerUS 6HP Plate Compactor (61019) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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Roofing: shingles and underlayment

A coil roofing nailer drives shingle nails far faster than a hammer. An air nailer needs a compressor that covers its operating pressure; a cordless one suits repairs and small jobs. Check that its nail length range suits your shingles and roof deck.

Calculators: Roofing Calculator, Roof Pitch Calculator

Guides: Architectural vs 3-Tab Shingles, Roof Underlayment Basics: Synthetic, Felt, and Ice Barrier

Buying guide: Best Roofing Nailers for DIY Reroofs (2026)

  • Metabo HPT · Roofing nailers

    Metabo HPT NV45AB2 1-3/4 in. Coil Roofing Nailer

    Best for: Nailing asphalt shingles on a reroof with 7/8 in to 1-3/4 in coil roofing nails.

    Weight
    5.7 lb
    Trigger
    Contact; sequential trip sold as an optional accessory
    Nail length
    7/8 in to 1-3/4 in
    Nails
    16° wire-collated coil
    Magazine
    120 nails
    Depth adjustment
    Tool-less
    Power
    Pneumatic
    Operating pressure
    70–120 psi
    Firing rate
    Up to 10 nails per second

    Specs from Metabo HPT 1-3/4 in. Coil Roofing Nailer (NV45AB2) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • DEWALT · Roofing nailers

    DEWALT DW46RN 15° Coil Roofing Nailer

    Best for: Nailing asphalt shingles on a whole reroof from a compressor, with contact and sequential triggers in the box.

    Weight
    5.36 lb (tool only)
    Trigger
    Contact (bump) and sequential, both included
    Nail length
    3/4 in to 1-3/4 in
    Nails
    15° wire-collated coil, 0.120 in
    Magazine
    120 nails
    Depth adjustment
    Tool-free
    Power
    Pneumatic
    Operating pressure
    70–120 psi

    Specs from DEWALT DW46RN Coil Roofing Nailer product page, DEWALT DW46RN coil roofing nailer instruction manual (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • SENCO · Roofing nailers

    SENCO RoofPro 445XP 1-3/4 in. Coil Roofing Nailer

    Best for: Nailing asphalt shingles from a compressor with a light tool that fires by contact actuation.

    Weight
    5.2 lb
    Trigger
    Contact actuation
    Nail length
    3/4 in to 1-3/4 in
    Nails
    15° wire coil, 0.12 in
    Magazine
    120 nails
    Depth adjustment
    Tool-free
    Power
    Pneumatic
    Operating pressure
    70–120 psi
    Air consumption
    3.86 SCFM

    Specs from SENCO RoofPro 445XP 1-3/4" Coil Nailer (8V0001N) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • MAX · Roofing nailers

    MAX CN445R3 SuperRoofer 1-3/4 in. Coil Roofing Nailer

    Best for: Nailing asphalt shingles from a compressor, with a tar-resistant nose and a magnet that holds the last nail.

    Weight
    5.6 lb
    Trigger
    Contact actuation
    Nail length
    3/4 in to 1-3/4 in
    Nails
    15° wire coil, up to .120 in
    Magazine
    120 nails
    Depth adjustment
    Adjustment dial
    Power
    Pneumatic
    Operating pressure
    70–100 psi recommended; 120 psi max

    Specs from MAX SuperRoofer CN445R3 Roofing Coil Nailer product page, MAX CN445R3 operating and maintenance manual (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Metabo HPT · Roofing nailers

    Metabo HPT NV1845DA 18V MultiVolt Brushless 1-3/4 in. Coil Roofing Nailer Kit

    Best for: Roof repairs and smaller roofing jobs without a hose or compressor, with a battery and charger in the kit.

    Weight
    8.6 lb (tool only)
    Trigger
    Bump and sequential modes
    Nail length
    7/8 in to 1-3/4 in
    Nails
    16° wire coil, .120 in
    Magazine
    120 nails
    Depth adjustment
    Tool-less
    Power
    18V battery (2.0Ah battery and charger included); 500 nails per charge
    Firing rate
    3 nails per second

    Specs from Metabo HPT 18V MultiVolt Brushless 1-3/4" Coil Roofing Nailer (NV1845DA) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • DEWALT · Roofing nailers

    DEWALT DCN45RNB 20V MAX 15° Cordless Coil Roofing Nailer (Tool Only)

    Best for: Roof repairs and small nailing jobs on an existing DEWALT 20V MAX battery, with no hose or compressor.

    Weight
    6.8 lb
    Trigger
    Bump
    Nail length
    3/4 in to 1-3/4 in
    Nails
    15° wire-collated coil
    Magazine
    120 nails
    Depth adjustment
    Tool-free depth wheel
    Power
    20V MAX battery, sold separately; up to 500 nails per charge on a 2 Ah battery
    Firing rate
    Up to 3 nails per second on a 2 Ah battery

    Specs from DEWALT 20V MAX 15° Cordless Coil Roofing Nailer, tool only (DCN45RNB) product page, DEWALT DCN45RN cordless coil roofing nailer instruction manual (checked 2026-10-06).

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Painting: walls, trim and exteriors

An airless sprayer pulls paint straight from the bucket and suits whole rooms and exteriors. Cup-fed sprayers suit trim, doors, cabinets and furniture. Work out how many gallons the job needs before you choose.

Calculator: Paint Calculator

Guides: How Many Coats of Paint Do You Need?, How to Measure a Room for Paint and Drywall

Buying guide: Best Paint Sprayers for Interior Walls (2026)

  • Graco · Paint sprayers

    Graco Magnum X5 262800 Airless Paint Sprayer

    Best for: Painting whole rooms or a house exterior with paint pulled straight from 1 or 5 gallon buckets.

    Type
    Airless
    Paint supply
    From 1 or 5 gallon containers
    Max pressure
    3,000 psi
    Max tip size
    0.015 in
    Included tip
    TrueAirless 515
    Max flow
    0.27 gpm
    Hose
    25 ft included; up to 75 ft
    Overspray control
    SoftSpray tip: less overspray (no figure published)
    Motor
    0.5 HP, 9.0 A
    Weight
    17 lb
    Recommended use
    Up to 125 gal a year
    Materials
    Unthinned paints

    Specs from Graco Magnum X5 Electric TrueAirless Sprayer (262800) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Graco · Paint sprayers

    Graco Magnum X7 262805 Cart Airless Paint Sprayer

    Best for: Painting room after room with the sprayer and a 5 gallon bucket rolling together on its cart.

    Type
    Airless
    Paint supply
    From 1 or 5 gallon containers
    Frame
    Cart with a hook for a 5 gallon pail
    Max pressure
    3,000 psi
    Max tip size
    0.017 in
    Included tip
    TrueAirless 515
    Max flow
    0.31 gpm
    Hose
    25 ft included; up to 100 ft
    Overspray control
    SoftSpray tip: less overspray (no figure published)
    Motor
    0.625 HP, 9.0 A
    Weight
    27 lb
    Recommended use
    Up to 125 gal a year
    Materials
    Unthinned paints

    Specs from Graco Magnum X7 Electric TrueAirless Sprayer (262805) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Graco · Paint sprayers

    Graco Magnum ProX17 17G177 Stand Airless Paint Sprayer

    Best for: Whole-house interiors and frequent jobs, with long hose runs and a pump that swaps out on the job without tools.

    Type
    Airless
    Paint supply
    Suction tube in the paint pail
    Frame
    Stand
    Max pressure
    3,000 psi
    Max tip size
    0.017 in
    Included tip
    TrueAirless 515
    Max flow
    0.34 gpm
    Hose
    50 ft included; up to 150 ft
    Overspray control
    SoftSpray tip: less overspray (no figure published)
    Motor
    0.75 HP DC, 8 A
    Pump
    ProXChange: replaced on the job without tools
    Weight
    27 lb
    Recommended use
    Up to 300 gal a year

    Specs from Graco Magnum ProX17 Electric TrueAirless Sprayer, Stand (17G177) product page, Graco Magnum TrueAirless electric airless sprayer operation manual X017686 (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Wagner · Paint sprayers

    Wagner Control Pro 150 High Efficiency Airless Paint Sprayer

    Best for: Interior walls and ceilings sprayed straight from the can or bucket, with a soft-edged spray pattern that cuts overspray.

    Type
    High Efficiency Airless (HEA)
    Paint supply
    From 1 or 5 gallon containers
    Max pressure
    1,500 psi
    Max tip size
    0.015 in
    Included tip
    515 HEA, 10 in pattern
    Max flow
    0.29 gpm
    Hose
    25 ft
    Overspray control
    HEA: up to 55% less overspray than standard airless
    Motor
    0.55 HP
    Recommended use
    Up to 175 gal a year
    Materials
    Unthinned paint, primer and stain
    Warranty
    2 years

    Specs from Wagner Control Pro 150 Sprayer product page, Wagner Control Pro 150/170/190 owner's manual 0580055F (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Wagner · Paint sprayers

    Wagner Control Pro 130 HEA Power Tank Paint Sprayer

    Best for: A room or two of walls without a bucket: paint is poured into a gravity-fed tank, and the HEA tip cuts overspray.

    Type
    High Efficiency Airless (HEA)
    Paint supply
    1.5 gal gravity-fed tank
    Max pressure
    1,600 psi
    Max tip size
    515 HEA tip (the largest it takes)
    Included tip
    515 HEA, 10 in pattern
    Hose
    25 ft
    Overspray control
    HEA: up to 55% less overspray than traditional airless
    Materials
    Unthinned paint and stain

    Specs from Wagner Control Pro 130 HEA Power Tank Sprayer product page, Wagner Control Pro 130 with T2 Gun product support page, Wagner Control Pro 130 owner's manual 2439673D (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Wagner · Paint sprayers

    Wagner FLEXiO 5000 Stationary HVLP Paint Sprayer

    Best for: Accent walls, small rooms, trim and cabinets, with the turbine on the floor so the gun stays light in your hand.

    Type
    HVLP, stationary turbine
    Paint supply
    Cup with liners; size not published
    Hose
    11.5 ft air hose
    Nozzles
    iSpray (walls, ceilings) and Detail Finish (trim, cabinets)
    Materials
    Unthinned latex and oil-based paint, stain, urethane
    Adjustments
    Flow, spray pattern, spray width and turbine speed
    Included
    5 cup liners

    Specs from Wagner FLEXiO 5000 Sprayer product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • HomeRight · Paint sprayers

    HomeRight Super Finish Max C800971 HVLP Paint Sprayer

    Best for: Furniture, cabinets and smaller wall areas with a cup-fed gun; thicker paint may need thinning.

    Power
    450–480 W
    Paint supply
    40 oz (1.18 L) cup
    Tips included
    1.5, 2.0 and 4.0 mm
    Materials
    Water- or oil-based paint, chalk paint, polyurethane, stain
    Thinning
    May need 5–15%
    Weight
    2.76 lb (1.25 kg)

    Specs from HomeRight Super Finish Max (C800971) instruction manual (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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Drywall: hanging and finishing

A drywall screwgun sets every screw to the same depth, which is hard to repeat with a standard drill. Cordless guns are sold as bare tools, so start with the batteries you already own; a corded gun needs no batteries at all. A T-square guides straight cuts, and wide taping knives finish the seams.

Calculator: Drywall Calculator

Guides: Drywall Thickness and Types: Which Panel Goes Where, How to Measure a Room for Paint and Drywall

Buying guide: Best Drywall Screw Guns (2026)

  • Bosch · Drywall screw guns

    Bosch GTB18V-45N 18V Brushless 1/4 in. Hex Screwgun (Bare Tool)

    Best for: Hanging drywall on an existing Bosch 18V battery, with a depth gauge for consistent screw depth.

    Power source
    Cordless: 18V battery; bare tool
    No-load speed
    0–4,500 rpm
    Depth setting
    Retractable depth gauge
    Motor start
    Xtend Drive: the motor runs only when the bit senses pressure
    Modes
    Variable speed; lock-on switch for extended operation
    Bit
    1/4 in hex
    Weight
    2.1 lb

    Specs from Bosch 18V Brushless 1/4 in. Hex Screwgun (GTB18V-45N) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • DEWALT · Drywall screw guns

    DEWALT DCF630B 20V MAX XR Brushless Drywall Screwgun (Tool Only)

    Best for: Hanging drywall sheets on an existing DEWALT 20V MAX battery, with screws set to a consistent depth.

    Power source
    Cordless: 20V MAX (18 V nominal); battery and charger sold separately
    Motor
    Brushless
    Depth setting
    Adjustable nosecone
    Motor start
    Pushstart mode: the motor starts when the tool is pushed against the work
    Modes
    Trigger high, trigger low, pushstart and lock-on
    Collated screws
    DCF6202 collated magazine attachment (optional accessory)
    Bit
    1 in #2 crosshead bit tip

    Specs from DEWALT 20V MAX XR Brushless Drywall Screwgun (DCF630B) product page, DEWALT DCF630 20V Max XR Brushless Drywall Screwgun instruction manual (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Milwaukee · Drywall screw guns

    Milwaukee 2866-20 M18 FUEL Drywall Screw Gun

    Best for: Hanging drywall on M18 batteries, with Auto Start between screws and a collated magazine for larger jobs.

    Power source
    Cordless: M18 battery
    No-load speed
    4,500 rpm
    Depth setting
    Depth adjusting collar: every two clicks change the depth by 1/64 in
    Motor start
    Auto Start: the motor starts when the bit is pressed against the drywall
    Runtime per charge
    64 sheets on an M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 battery, 27 sheets on a CP2.0
    Collated screws
    49-20-0001 Collated Magazine (separate accessory), screws up to 2 in

    Specs from Milwaukee M18 FUEL Drywall Screw Gun (2866-20) product page, Milwaukee M18 FUEL Drywall Screw Gun 2866-20 operator's manual (58-14-0071d2, PDF), Milwaukee Collated Magazine (49-20-0001) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Metabo HPT · Drywall screw guns

    Metabo HPT W18DAQ4 18V MultiVolt Cordless Drywall Screw Gun (Tool Body Only)

    Best for: Hanging drywall on Metabo HPT 18V or MultiVolt batteries, with an automatic mode and an optional collated magazine.

    Power source
    Cordless: any 18V or 18V/36V MultiVolt battery (sold separately)
    No-load speed
    0–5,000 rpm
    Depth setting
    Stopper with a setting sleeve that sets the screw depth
    Motor start
    Automatic mode: the tool starts when the spindle is pushed in
    Modes
    Manual, automatic and impulse
    Collated screws
    Collated screw magazine 378857M (sold separately)
    Screws
    5/32 in diameter, 3/4 in to 2-3/16 in long
    Bit
    1/4 in hex
    Weight
    2.4 lb (tool only)

    Specs from Metabo HPT 18V MultiVolt Cordless Drywall Screw Gun, tool body only (W18DAQ4) product page, Metabo HPT W18DA cordless screw driver instruction and safety manual (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • RYOBI · Drywall screw guns

    RYOBI P225 18V ONE+ Brushless Drywall Screw Gun

    Best for: Hanging drywall on RYOBI ONE+ batteries you already own, with an adjustable nose cone.

    Power source
    Cordless: RYOBI 18V ONE+ battery
    No-load speed
    0–4,700 rpm
    Depth setting
    Adjustable, removable nose cone
    Runtime per charge
    Up to 3,000 screws (RYOBI's figure; the page does not name the battery)
    Modes
    Variable-speed trigger with lock-on
    Motor
    Brushless

    Specs from RYOBI 18V ONE+ Brushless Drywall Screw Gun (P225) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Metabo HPT · Drywall screw guns

    Metabo HPT W6V4SD2 SuperDrive Collated Screw System

    Best for: Driving strips of collated drywall screws on a whole-house job where an outlet is close by.

    Power source
    Corded: 6.6 A, 750 W input; 24.6 ft cord
    No-load speed
    0–4,500 rpm
    Depth setting
    Tool-free depth of drive adjustment
    Collated screws
    Built-in feed: screws 3/4 in to 2-3/16 in long, #6 to #12
    Max torque
    81.5 in-lb
    Bit
    1/4 in hex
    Weight
    5.5 lb

    Specs from Metabo HPT SuperDrive Collated Screw System (W6V4SD2) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Metabo HPT · Drywall screw guns

    Metabo HPT W6V4 Drywall Screwdriver, VSR

    Best for: Driving drywall screws one at a time on a corded tool, with no batteries to charge.

    Power source
    Corded: 120 V, 6.6 A
    No-load speed
    0–4,500 rpm
    Depth setting
    Locator that adjusts the depth in clicks
    Clutch
    Silent clutch, 76 dB
    Max torque
    81.5 in-lb
    Bit
    1/4 in hex
    Weight
    3.1 lb

    Specs from Metabo HPT Drywall Screwdriver, VSR (W6V4) product page, Metabo HPT W6VM, W6V4, W6VA4, W6VB3, W8VB2 drywall screwdriver instruction manual (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Johnson Level · Drywall hand tools

    Johnson Level JTS48 48 in. Aluminum Drywall T-Square

    Best for: Marking and guiding straight cuts across a drywall sheet before you score it.

    Length
    48 in
    Material
    Heat-treated aluminum, riveted head and blade
    Graduations
    1/8 in, readable from both directions, with 16 in center marks
    Fit
    Matches the height of typical drywall or plywood panels
    Warranty
    1 year

    Specs from Johnson Level 48" Aluminum Drywall T-Square (JTS48) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • LEVEL5 · Drywall hand tools

    LEVEL5 5-619 Stainless Steel Taping Knife 3-Pack (8, 10 and 12 in.)

    Best for: Embedding tape and feathering wider coats of joint compound over seams and screw heads.

    Blade widths
    8, 10 and 12 in
    Blade
    Stainless steel, corrosion resistant
    Handle
    Soft grip, with an alloy hammer end for resetting drywall nails
    Warranty
    Lifetime limited

    Specs from LEVEL5 Stainless Steel Taping Knife 3-Pack (5-619) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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Decking and framing

A circular saw cuts deck boards, joists and plywood to length, and a drill/driver bores pilot holes and drives deck screws. Batteries rarely work across brands, so it pays to stay on one platform.

Calculators: Deck Calculator, Board Foot Calculator, Stair Calculator

Guides: Deck board spacing and layout: gaps, direction, and joints, Deck joist spacing and how far deck joists can span, Nominal vs. Actual Lumber Sizes

Buying guides: Best Cordless Circular Saws for Decking and Framing (2026), DEWALT vs Milwaukee Drill/Driver Kits Compared (2026)

Tile: floors, walls and backsplashes

A wet saw makes clean straight and bevel cuts in ceramic and porcelain. Size the saw to your largest tile: a compact saw suits small tile, and a saw on its own stand suits large-format tile and long cuts.

Calculator: Tile Calculator

Guide: Tile Layout Patterns and How They Change Your Order

Buying guide: Best Wet Tile Saws for DIY Tile Projects (2026)

  • SKIL · Wet tile saws

    SKIL 3540-02 7 in. Wet Tile Saw

    Best for: Straight and bevel cuts in tiles up to 12 × 12 in on bathroom floors and backsplashes.

    Blade
    7 in
    Power
    120 V, 4.2 A
    Crosscut
    7.75 in
    Diagonal cut
    7.25 in
    Tile support
    Tiles up to 12 × 12 in
    Table
    Stainless steel table with rip fence and miter gauge
    Bevel
    0–45°
    Water
    Blade-cooling water reservoir
    No-load speed
    3,600 rpm
    Weight
    18 lb

    Specs from SKIL 7 in. Wet Tile Saw (3540-02) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • DEWALT · Wet tile saws

    DEWALT D24000S 10 in. Wet Tile Saw with Stand

    Best for: Large-format porcelain and stone tile, with long rip cuts and plunge cuts on its own stand.

    Blade
    Up to 10 in continuous-rim wheel
    Motor
    1.5 HP
    Power
    120 V, 15 A
    Rip cut
    25 in
    Plunge cut
    Up to 28 in
    Diagonal cut
    18 × 18 in tile
    Depth of cut
    3-3/4 in
    Bevel
    Up to 45°
    Table
    Rubber-matted cutting cart
    Accuracy
    Within 1/32 in over 18 in cuts
    Water
    Water containment for a home set-up; side and rear extensions return water to the tub
    Weight
    69 lb (saw); one person can carry it
    Stand
    D24001 stand included

    Specs from DEWALT 10 in. Wet Tile Saw with Stand (D24000S) product page, DEWALT D24000 wet tile saw instruction manual (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • DEWALT · Wet tile saws

    DEWALT D36000S 10 in. High Capacity Wet Tile Saw with Stand

    Best for: Large-format porcelain on its own stand, with rips up to 37 in: enough to cut 36 × 36 in tile in half.

    Blade
    10 in
    Power
    120 V, 15 A
    Rip cut
    37 in
    Plunge cut
    Up to 41 in
    Crosscut
    8-1/2 in
    Tile support
    Rips 36 × 36 in tile in half
    Table
    Cutting cart with side extension
    Accuracy
    Within 1/32 in over 30 in cuts
    Water
    Water tray contains tile up to 18 × 36 in or 24 × 24 in, keeping the work area dry
    Weight
    91 lb
    Stand
    D24001 stand included

    Specs from DEWALT 10 in. High Capacity Wet Tile Saw with Stand (D36000S) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • MK Diamond · Wet tile saws

    MK Diamond MK-370EXP 7 in. Wet Tile Saw

    Best for: Floor and wall tile up to 18 in long on a sliding table, with plunge cuts and 45° miters from a tilting head.

    Blade
    7 in
    Motor
    1-1/4 hp
    Power
    120 V, 7.4 A
    Rip cut
    18 in
    Plunge cut
    Variable-height cutting head
    Diagonal cut
    13 in tile
    Table
    Sliding die-cast aluminum table
    Depth of cut
    2 in; 1-1/8 in at 45°
    Bevel
    45° tilting head
    Water
    Removable reservoir with submersible pump
    Weight
    35.5 lb
    Stand
    Folding stand sold separately

    Specs from MK Diamond MK-370EXP Tile Saw product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • QEP · Wet tile saws

    QEP 22700Q 700XT 3/4 HP Wet Tile Saw with 7 in. Blade and Table Extension

    Best for: Rip and diagonal cuts in tile of any size up to 1-1/4 in thick, on a 19 lb tabletop saw.

    Blade
    7 in
    Motor
    3/4 HP
    Power
    550 W, 4.8 A
    Rip cut
    Unlimited
    Plunge cut
    No
    Diagonal cut
    Unlimited
    Tile support
    8 in table extension, either side
    Table
    Tabletop with a lock-down rip guide
    Depth of cut
    1-1/4 in
    Bevel
    22.5° or 45°
    Water
    Deep tray with a recirculation channel
    Weight
    19 lb

    Specs from QEP 700XT 3/4 HP Wet Tile Saw with 7 in. Blade and Table Extension (22700Q) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • SKIL · Wet tile saws

    SKIL 3550-02 7 in. Wet Tile Saw with Hydro Lock System

    Best for: Cutting tile in the room you are tiling, with water held near the blade and support for tiles up to 18 × 18 in.

    Blade
    7 in continuous-rim diamond blade
    Tile support
    Tiles up to 18 × 18 in with the sliding side extension
    Table
    Aluminum tabletop with rip fence and miter gauge
    Bevel
    0, 22.5 and 45°
    Water
    HydroLock containment keeps water near the blade
    No-load speed
    3,600 rpm
    Weight
    24 lb

    Specs from SKIL 7 in. Wet Tile Saw with Hydro Lock System (3550-02) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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Measuring and layout

Every estimate starts with a measurement. A laser measure reads room lengths without a helper at the other end of the tape, and some models work out area and volume for floor, paint, drywall and tile estimates.

Calculator: Square Footage Calculator

Guides: How to Measure an Irregular Area, How to Measure a Room for Paint and Drywall

Buying guide: Best Laser Measures for Home Projects (2026)

  • Klein Tools · Laser distance measurers

    Klein Tools 93LDM100C Compact Laser Distance Measurer

    Best for: Quick length readings for room and wall sizes when you do not need area or volume functions.

    Range
    2 in to 100 ft (5.1 cm to 30.5 m)
    Accuracy
    ±1/16 in up to 33 ft; ±1/8 in up to 100 ft
    Functions
    Length only; inches, feet and inches, or meters
    Batteries
    2 × AAA
    Protection
    IP54
    Weight
    2.3 oz (65 g)

    Specs from Klein Tools Compact Laser Distance Measurer (93LDM100C) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • DEWALT · Laser distance measurers

    DEWALT DW099S 100 ft. Laser Distance Measurer

    Best for: Room measurements with built-in area and volume math for flooring, paint and drywall estimates.

    Range
    Up to 100 ft
    Functions
    Area, volume, addition and subtraction
    Batteries
    2 × 1.5 V AAA (included)
    Warranty
    3-year limited, 1-year free service, 30-day satisfaction

    Specs from DEWALT 100 ft. Laser Distance Measurer (DW099S) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Bosch · Laser distance measurers

    Bosch GLM165-27CGL BLAZE Connected Green-Beam 165 ft Laser Measure

    Best for: Measuring rooms, slabs and roof angles, with area and volume math, a tilt sensor and Bluetooth transfer to a phone.

    Range
    Up to 165 ft
    Accuracy
    ±1/16 in
    Functions
    Distance, area, volume and indirect; add/subtract
    Angle measurement
    Inclinometer, up to 360°
    Data transfer
    Bluetooth 4.2 (Bosch MeasureOn app)
    Beam
    Green, up to 4× brighter than a standard red beam
    Protection
    IP65
    Batteries
    3.7 V 1.0 Ah lithium-ion pack (included)
    Weight
    0.22 lb

    Specs from Bosch BLAZE Connected Green-Beam 165 Ft. Laser Measure (GLM165-27CGL) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • DEWALT · Laser distance measurers

    DEWALT DWHT77200 200 ft. Laser Distance Measurer

    Best for: Room measurements for paint and drywall, with built-in area, wall-area and volume functions on a color display.

    Range
    Up to 200 ft (60 m)
    Accuracy
    ±1/16 in at 32 ft
    Functions
    Distance, area, wall area, volume and indirect height
    Display
    Backlit color
    Protection
    IP54
    Batteries
    2 × AA (not included)
    Weight
    4.05 oz (115 g) with batteries
    Warranty
    3-year limited, 1-year free service, 90-day satisfaction

    Specs from DEWALT 200 ft. Alkaline Laser Distance Measurer (DWHT77200) product page, DEWALT DWHT77200 laser distance measurer instruction manual (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Bosch · Laser distance measurers

    Bosch GLM400CL BLAZE Outdoor 400 ft Connected Laser Measure with Camera

    Best for: Long outdoor measurements, such as a lot, a driveway or the side of a house, with a camera to find the laser dot in daylight.

    Range
    Up to 400 ft
    Accuracy
    ±1/16 in
    Functions
    Distance, area, volume and indirect; add/subtract
    Angle measurement
    Inclinometer, 360°
    Data transfer
    Bluetooth (Bosch MeasureOn app)
    Camera
    Zoom camera to find the laser spot outdoors
    Memory
    Last 50 measurements
    Protection
    IP54
    Batteries
    3.6 V lithium-ion, built in, rechargeable
    Weight
    0.46 lb

    Specs from Bosch BLAZE Outdoor 400 Ft. Connected Lithium-Ion Laser Measure with Camera (GLM400CL) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Milwaukee · Laser distance measurers

    Milwaukee 48-22-9803 330 ft Laser Distance Meter

    Best for: Long runs outdoors and on large jobs, with a digital auto-level that takes the reading when the meter is level.

    Range
    Up to 330 ft
    Accuracy
    ±1/16 in
    Functions
    Distance, area, volume and indirect height and length; add/subtract
    Angle measurement
    Digital level with angle readout
    Leveling
    Digital auto-level
    Display
    2 in color screen
    Protection
    IP54
    Batteries
    2 × AAA

    Specs from Milwaukee 330' Laser Distance Meter (48-22-9803) product page, Milwaukee 48-22-9802 and 48-22-9803 laser distance meter operator's manual (PDF) (checked 2026-10-06).

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  • Bosch · Laser distance measurers

    Bosch GLM165-40 BLAZE Pro 165 ft Laser Measure

    Best for: Carrying in a pocket for room measurements, with area, volume and indirect functions and stored readings.

    Range
    Up to 165 ft
    Accuracy
    ±1/16 in
    Functions
    Distance, area (square footage), volume and indirect; add/subtract
    Memory
    10 measurements
    Protection
    IP54
    Batteries
    2 × AAA
    Weight
    0.39 lb

    Specs from Bosch BLAZE Pro 165 Ft. Laser Measure (GLM165-40) product page (checked 2026-10-06).

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