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toolsdepotonline · 2 months

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Tools Depot Online

Overview Tools Depot Online seems to be a specialty online retail store selling a wide variety of tools and hardware equipment for professionals as well as DIYers. The site stocks products from top brands in power tools, hand tools, air tools, automotive tools, outdoor power equipment, tool storage solutions, and more.

Product Range The website categories make it easy to browse products by type. Some major categories include:

Power Tools: All kinds of cordless & corded power tools like drill drivers, saws, sanders, planers, routers etc. from brands like DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita, Bosch.

Hand Tools: Extensive collection of hand tools for every need - wrenches, pliers, specialty pliers, screwdrivers, hammers, hex keys, pry bars, and more.

Air Tools: Air compressors, nailers, staplers, air ratchets, impact wrenches, air saws, air drills powered by air.

Automotive Tools: For auto repair and maintenance - jacks, creepers, stands, lifts, diagnostic tools, specialty tools.

Outdoor Power Equipment: Lawn mowers, trimmers, tillers, chainsaws, blowers, hedge trimmers, generators, pressure washers etc.

Tool Storage: Tool boxes, chests & cabinets, workbenches, garage storage solutions.

There are also sections for combo kits, lighting, abrasives, safety equipment, tape measures and all kinds accessories. Brands include DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita, Bosch, Ryobi, Irwin, Gearwrench and various others.

Prices & Shipping The prices seem very reasonable and competitive, at par with major online retailers. Free shipping is provided on orders over $45 across the continental US. International shipping rates are unclear.

In summary, Tools Depot Online offers an extensive catalog of professional and DIY tools for excellent prices with convenient shopping and delivery in the US.

#Tools Depot Online #Plumbing Tools #Electrician's Tools #ridgid power tools

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bomberqueen17 · 4 months

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backsplash

ok so after they put the countertops in, it was time to tile the backsplash, and install the last cabinet, which rests on top of the counter in the corner.

"I don't remember what color tile we picked," I said.

Jim laughed, and got one of the tiles out, and laid it on the counter.

"Oh," I said, "right. Yeah."

[image description: a white tile. It's a white tile. Lying on the new white countertop.]

In my defense. It's a glossy white subway tile, but it matches the white in the countertop, and it also has a subtle undulating texture.

They covered the countertops with a dropcloth and taped-down thin cardboard (just like the taped-down cardboard they've covered the floor with since it was installed), brought in a tile saw, and set to work.

[image description: my in-progress kitchen, with a Ridgid brand tile saw set up on a plastic tray on the new counter in front of the bay window, and tools spread out across the rest of the counter. Max is laying out tile along the north wall, and the foreground is my stove, covered in a towel, being a surface for tools to lie on.]

Max found the center line of where the stove is going to be installed, and spaced the tiles based on that. I figured they'd start at one end and work over but no! They start from a center line and work out. The tile is going to the ceiling above the stove, so that was their center line, even though it's not anywhere near the middle of the wall.

[Image description: Max is bent over facing away, and has just placed the first tile in the center of a piece of trim mounted behind where the stove is going to go, after covering the whole wall in whatever the stuff is that you stick tiles to. Above him is the square of plywood that the stove fume hood is going to get mounted into.]

Meanwhile, Jim had retrieved the last remaining cupboard from the living room. It is meant to rest atop the countertop, over in the corner. The electrician had accidentally installed an outlet in that corner, and when he discovered his mistake, Jim suggested just leaving it there anyway and cutting a hole in the back of the cabinet to accomodate it. So I said sure, and now Jim was slightly moving the outlet to fit, and then sawing the hole out of the back of the cabinet. He got it all nicely lined up, and then he and Max went to lift the cabinet up onto the countertop and there wasn't clearance, so he had to uninstall the LED light fixture there. Which was fantastic, as now I know how they go in and how they come out, and he also showed me that there's a set of switches in there-- if I want, I can pull all six of them out and change their intensity and color temperature, because there are five total settings! Wild. Now I know!

Anyway he got the cabinet into position and attached it and installed the outlet, which was pretty cool.

[image description: The north wall of my kitchen. On the left, Max is tiling; in the center, there's a pyramid shape of the tiling in progress, where he's done a line all along the bottom where the stove will sit, and then has worked up from there. To the right, a sunbeam is coming in the bay window and illuminating the glorious warm-birch interior of the cupboard, which doesn't have doors on at the moment, and in its lower right corner it has an electrical outlet nestled in position just above the bottom drawer.]

I'm going to make a lil basket of some kind (possibly with a grid bottom for air flow? or maybe i'll just use a wire basket to begin with?) along which I'm going to clamp a bunch of Managed Cables with a variety of ends on them so I can throw Devices in there to be Charged, neatly and out of sight. Temperature management is going to be important though, lithium batteries get warm when they charge, so i'm going to have to give that some consideration. I wonder if I can construct some sort of heat sink. Well, I won't have too many things in there probably, so it won't be critical. Maybe I'll get a spare like, wire cookie cooling rack and have that be the surface the charging items lie on.

[Image description: A close shot along the north wall, showing the textured surface of the tiles. There are little plastic spacers at short intervals sticking out of them, and an outlet is sort of poking out of the wall with the faceplate off; tools lie on the cardboard-covered countertop, and in the center of the photo is the blue-gray side of the cabinet installed against the east wall.]

It suddenly has gone from a construction site to looking like a kitchen that like, tasteful, normal adult people would have.

[image description: a text message from Dude, to whom I'd been sending photos. Dude: it's starting to look like a regular person's kitchen me: It suuuuper is Dude: gonna have to find some way to get weird with it me: Well. Yeah.]

#about the author #kitchen remodel

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theamericanpin-up · 3 months

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George Petty - February 1952 Ridgid Tools Company Petty Girl Calendar Illustration - American Pin-up Calendar Collection

#george petty #february #1952 #ridgid tools #petty girl #advertising #calendar #illustration #pin up #american pin up

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emmabaginskyartwhimsy · 10 days

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Dear creative humans,

Do you keep having fun and interesting ideas only to shove them aside? Are you stuck in the all-too-familiar trap of “maybe one day…”

NO MORE! I’m tired of doing that and this is how I’m going to do it.

The Project

An idea for a Silly Goose Themed Tarot deck popped into my head last week, and I was like, oh absolutely. Then I started sketching, and I knew it was over for me. I needed this thing to exist.

The only issue is I’ve never attempted a project this big. A tarot deck has 78 cards in it. That’s s e v e n t y - e i g h t individual drawings AND a booklet that describes each card. This would be a serious undertaking.

The first step in starting a project is figuring out: why?

The “why” is the most important step. People seem to forget that these creative projects are a lot of hard work. If you don’t have a satisfying enough “why”, your brain will throw every excuse at you as to why you should logically give up. A silly little defense mechanism our organic vessels came up with to protect us from anything painful. Even when it’s good for us.

The problem is that growth is painful. So if you ever want to grow, you’re gonna have to get used to being uncomfortable.

Your “why” should be (mostly) internally motivated. Remember, the only thing you can control is yourself. If the reason for your creative pursuit is external validation (e.i, Internet likes & money), you are giving away your power to forces you have no control over. So inevitably, when you only get a handful of likes, you are much more likely to give up and think “what’s the point?”

The point is creating something that never existed before! There are things in your soul that will never be made unless you take the leap.

Reasons why I am undertaking this project:

#1: This is a fun concept that needs to exist

I love tarot and think it is a helpful tool. Making my own deck will help me connect with the cards, especially because I have to research the card meanings.

I really want to hold the finished deck

Improve my digital painting skills

Starting and finishing a project like this will allow me to build skills that I need for future BIGGER projects.

I will have a cool product to sell at Art Fairs!

My mind, body, and soul are all on board 👍

“I am not afraid of a little hard work” (if you know, you know)*

Not only am I going to be making a tarot deck, I am also committing to documenting the process on social media. This adds another layer of difficulty.

Reason why I am posting on social media:

#1: Recording the process and writing everything down will help me process my thoughts. Which will hopefully make condensing my thoughts into the booklet easier.

Sharing my interest with others! I might get people interested in tarot & teach people a little bit about tarot cards.

Internet footprint: If my legacy in life is being the “Silly Goose Lady,” that's a win.

Documenting growth. A good way to visualize progress.

Grow an audience that vibes with me

People might like it and want to purchase it when it’s finished

Inspire others to make their own creative projects

Okay so, now what? Wanting to do something and actually doing something are two entirely different beasts. The only thing standing between me and my goal is me.

How to control chaos incarnate?

The chaos goblin inside me hates the idea of structure. Nobody can tell me what to do, especially me.

“What if all this planning stifles my creative energy?” Cries the goblin.

This is where self-awareness comes in handy. The goblin loves exploration, which is both a good and a bad thing. If you let the goblin take the lead, you’ll never know quite where you’ll end up. My goblin is easily distracted and, more often than not, has led me to a bunch of dead ends.

Creating structure is not something you should fear as an artist. Instead of ridgid unforgiving chains, think of the planning process like bumpers in a bowling lane. A good plan will contain the goblin to the task at hand while still having fun in the process.

Making a good plan in 5 Steps

Making a good plan is all about thinking ahead and making most of the decisions now so you don’t get decision fatigue later. Otherwise, things get messy and overwhelming pretty quickly.

1. Set a time frame

If you want to reach the finish line, you need to set a pace. Be realistic. Life comes with many responsibilities. How much time is this project going to take you?

I’m measuring this project by cards per week. I did the math on how long it would take me to finish 78 cards.

1 card/week = 78 weeks → October 2025 [1.5 years]

2 cards/week = 39 weeks → January 2025 [9 Months]

3 cards/week = 26 weeks → October 2024 [6 Months]

4 cards/week = 20 weeks → September 2024 [5 Months]

In the grand scheme of life, whether you achieve something in 5 months or 1.5 years doesn’t really matter. What matters is that you got it done. Aim for a pace that is sustainable for you. Burn out is a very real struggle. Life is all about balance.

As I continue the project, I will be able to readjust my expectations accordingly. I imagine that the rate of production will fluctuate but I’m aiming to complete 3 cards per week.

2. Set project constraints/parameters

Put down that pitchfork, Chaos Goblin, and let me explain.

Limiting yourself is actually good for creativity.

I need each illustration to feel like they are a part of the same world. I’m achieving that goal by limiting things like color palette, subject, and art style.

By choosing to keep the same parameters for each of the 78 illustrations, I am freeing myself from the overwhelming task of making a bunch of decisions over and over again. That’s when a project really gets messy and overwhelming.

When in doubt, simplify.

For my project, each tarot card has a well established meaning that acts like a prompt. The Fool card, for example, is about new beginnings and taking the first step. The creative goblin gets to “silly goose-ify” this prompt without having to deal with the infinite well of choices.

3. Make a process that makes sense for you

How are you actually doing the thing? This is where the consistency really comes to play. A bad system will feel redundant and full of friction. If you hate doing a part of your project, you’re more likely to never pick it up again.

This is why I decided to draw each card digitally. This solves a lot of efficiency issues and will save me a lot of time. Imagine having to drag a tripod and camera around with me anytime I wanted to draw. The logistics of that sounds like my absolute nightmare. I only have one camera battery that lasts for about 30 - 45 mins for filming videos. Then, when I’m done, I have to scan every drawing into the computer anyway. No thank you.

Instead, I have an editing-software that screen records me while I’m drawing on my laptop/tablet. Now that’s easy 👍

4. Make a schedule

If you want this goal to come into reality, you need to put time into it. How much time is up to you, everyone's life situation is different. Remember, small consistent blocks of time are all you need to make significant progress.

I am currently a stay at home parent to a very young child. This comes with its own set of advantages and drawbacks. I spend most days looking after my son but I’ve carved out a strategy that works well for my situation.

I broke down the different tasks of my projects and assigned them to each day of the work week. This way I know exactly what I should be working on each day.

My work day bounces from nap to nap but most of my free time is at night after the baby goes to sleep around 6:30pm.

5. Set Boundaries & Priorities

Now here’s where I fight back a little on “hustle culture.” Life is meant to be lived, not toiled away. Make sure you take time for yourself. Time spent taking care of your mind, body, and soul is not wasted. The well of creativity needs replenishing, so breaks are actually a very efficient use of your time.

And FOR PETE’S SAKE, GO TO BED. The work will wait for you. Your brain needs to sleep in order to process all the information it took in today. “Sleep on it” is indeed a real thing. You might wake up with a new idea on how to fix whatever ailed you yesterday.

For me, my family takes priority. My husband works during the week, so I try to keep the weekends open for fun family outings or cozy days inside.

Our children will only be young once. I am making it a point to enjoy the time we spend together instead of stressing about a “lack of free time.” For me, my children will always be my greatest work. On the hard days, I remind myself that there will be a time where I don’t have small hands clinging to me as I try to put the dishes away. They will be off on their own adventures and I will miss those small hands very dearly.

Some closing thoughts

Remember that your plan should be flexible. Just because you mess up doesn’t mean you need to give up entirely. Take a second to go back over the plan and change the things that aren’t working. Failure is only a temporary learning state. It is not something you need to carry with you.

So go forth and create some things we’re never seen before.

The only thing left to do is take the leap.

Good luck, I’m rooting for you.

Emma

*Guess that kid’s TV show. Of course it’s Bluey lol.

#art #artist advice #tarot cards #tarot community #goblincore #silly goose #goblin #digitalart #the fool #starting a blog #strategy #planning #cute

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higherentity · 1 year

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#debra shelton #debra #model #ridgid #ridgid tools #ridgid tools calendar #calendar #70s

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hasufin · 9 months

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Some notes on documentation for consumer products:

The electronic copy of your documentation should be immediately and clearly available on your website

This should be findable by simply searching for the clearly labeled product name and "guide".

That means, if I look up your product I should have to click at most three links until I have a PDF of your guide in my download directory

I should not EVER need to create an account to get that documentation

The file download name should in fact reflect what it is, and not simply be a mashup that looks like a cat walked across the keyboard

That file should, in fact, be the same information as the hard copy which came with the product

You will keep older versions of the documentation. That is, I don't care if you no longer sell the RS-8000, I should be able to get the documentation for it, not simply the RS-8100.

If the only documentation you have for this product is the "Quick Start Guide", I'm sorry it's not a Quick Start Guide it's just the guide.

That said, why are your guides so damned wordy? Is there a justification for why an electric toothbrush with only an on/off switch has a 78-page guide? (I wish I was making this up)

Your guide should have something vaguely approaching a sensible order. It absolutely should not just be a jumble of tips and safety warnings

If you are going to publish a single document with sections in different languages, then you are going to have to repeat the diagrams for each section rather than putting them in an appendix in the back. I'm looking at you, Ridgid tools.

You know what would reduce customer frustration by like 98%? Having multiple buttons and not just one button that you have to press in a specific way to change modes. Maybe listen to your UX people and not the Ghost of Steve Jobs, mmkay?

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cheefaat · 3 months

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Power and Precision: Explore Ridgid Plumbing Tools in Detail

Delve into the world of excellence with Ridgid Plumbing Tool, where power meets precision. Explore the intricacies of top-notch craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology. From wrenches to pipe cutters, Ridgid delivers reliability and durability for plumbing professionals. Elevate your plumbing game with tools designed to exceed expectations.

#Ridgid Plumbing Tool

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cthulhubert · 1 year

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My dad works in construction and since some time in high school I've gone to work with him off and on for periods. I saw quite a lot of other crews in that time, dozens at least, and I noticed an even-ish split on battery powered hand tools between Milwaukee, Makita, and DeWalt. All that time I think I saw two to three people with Bosch and exactly one (1) with Ridgid battery tools. Which is funny because a lot of people owned plug-in tools by both those brands (rotohamers and angle grinders from Bosch and chop saws and storage stuff from Ridgid, specifically).

But for some reason I've just seen my fourth maker youtuber with a Ridgid brand cordless drill.

#been meaning to start writing more offhand thoughts on here #original

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louisbkmk397 · 2 years

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How To Find Reliable Wholesalers of Woodworking Bench in Florida

Woodworking Machinery

If you like dealing with your hands, woodworking is an excellent hobby for you. It is simple to get going at woodworking. You simply require a few basic devices, some equipment, a little education and also some method. As you progress you can obtain even more woodworking devices, hardware. The even more woodworking tasks you work with, the more your abilities will certainly enhance. The possibilities of things that you can make woodworking are limitless. While woodworking, you can make clocks, chess boards, flag boxes, as well as playthings, among other points.

To begin with, sculpt is the most typical as well as essential of all hand tools for each woodworker. Carve is terrific in cutting the sides of numerous durable materials like timber, steel or stone. When acquiring a chisel, you should highlight on 2 points- the fit of the carve's handle and the high quality of steel. Numerous wood carvers and artisans choose the Japanese knives specifically those that are of blue steel. You can select the boxwood deals with appearing like the shape of an octagon. For obtaining a tighter grip. Most importantly, examine that the steel is developed as well as developed properly. You might take the help of any experts to remove any mishaps.

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Best Wholesalers of Woodworking Planers in California

An over-arm blade cover with dirt collection for your table saw can be simply what you require to control dust. Paired to a suitable dirt collection system, the blade cover will certainly gather the dirt as it flies off the rotating saw blade, maintaining your shop and also the air you take a breath clean. A moving table will certainly be a guaranteed property to your woodworking store. Available in four sizes as well as created to fit the majority of table saws, moving tables make it easy and much safer for someone to reduce huge, heavy panels or lengthy stock accurately. And also, each sliding table has a two-part quick release-mounting bracket.

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The internet is a great area to look for price cut woodworking tools. Search for popular names, such as Rockwell devices, Sears devices, Hitachi tools and also Ridgid devices. Rockler woodworking devices are well understood for high quality. By acquiring significant brand names that are recognized for high quality, you are more probable to finish up with a product that will provide you years of reliable usage.

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You'll require an excellent supply of woodworking hand devices. The saw is the fundamental device of your woodworking store. An excellent saw will reduce and eliminate any scrap from an item of wood. A reducing instrument is necessary for most woodworking jobs. There are 3 typical kinds of saw: the hand saw, table saw, and also power saw. The power saw will cut at a quicker rate as contrasted to the hand saw. There are likewise several specialized saws that you can pick from depending on your work demands.

Don't ignore power tools. Two power devices that are important for any type of beginning woodworker are generators as well as table saws. There is no question about the significance Check out here of having a source for your power tools. Similar to your amateur woodworking hand devices, do your homework. Most likely to a couple of hardware stores and ask their staff members if they can recommend excellent power tools. One last item of advice - if and when you get to a point in your woodworking occupation when you feel that you are ready to undertake a much more severe job, make certain to purchase the most effective power devices you can manage as well as thus conserve yourself time and frustration and money in the future.

Some websites offer a cost-free solution. Take care to examine and see if the site is still at the very least running. A great deal of times individuals make backups of their sites with free test Web software. This is great however basically invisible to the Net. Not only that, yet you could be rate disappointed if the website doesn't work. Once you buy a woodworking hand device purchase, it's yours. Utilize your civil liberties to ask the seller if their solution is kept track of.

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