Need to do some work around the house and need to drill into wood, bricks, and maybe tiles. I have a regular electric drill (no hammer mode). The old HSS drill bits set are dull. So I am in the market looking for a set of good value and good quality multi use drill bits set.

So far I have seen on the web - Bosch multi-construction set, and Artu muti use set.

Anyone has experiences in using these drill bits? Or if you have used other brands?

Note that my electric drill has no hammer mode.

I am putting up a tool rack on a solid block wall. Have a variety of drill bits but don't know whether they are for woodworking or for masonary. Its taking a long time to drill even 1 hole. Any advice would be appreciated - I am using a hammer type power drill.

Ok, first things first. Screwdriver or drill? The manual calls it a Cordless Drill/Driver but I don't see any drill bits.

I'm trying to install a curtain rod and it came with wall anchors. I Googled how to install them and it says to first drill a hole(slightly smaller or larger not sure which), then tap the anchor into the hole using a hammer. Don't know if this is right because I'm not sure exactly which type of anchor I have. It is plastic. The directions on the package are just pictures aren't helpful.

My question is can I just use one of the screws to drill holes in the wall then put the anchor in and then screw in the hole?

I need to remove grout from a tile shower. I have the cheap handheld saw grout removing tool - stinks. The hammer and screwdriver as a chisel is slow and I don't want to break the tile. I saw an attachment for a Dremel but I only have a small cordless 7.5 V Dremel. Is there a tool I can attach to a drill or my smaller Dremel without having to buy a bigger Dremel?

I need to remove grout from a tile shower. I have the cheap handheld saw grout removing tool - stinks. The hammer and screwdriver as a chisel is slow and I don't want to break the tile. I saw an attachment for a Dremel but I only have a small cordless 7.5 V Dremel. Is there a tool I can attach to a drill or my smaller Dremel without having to buy a bigger Dremel?

I can fit a cordless power screwdriver/drill in my 20x10 mid-size easy to carry box and a hammer what else? I dont want to put things I dont use often. here is my list

1) cordless power screwdriver/drill
2) hammer
3) box cutter
4) some screws and nails
5) masking tape
6) mid-size flash light
7) philip screwdriver
plastic tape
9) a pen/marker/pencil
10) drill/screw bits
11) duct tape
12) super glue
13) measuring tape

what else can you think of? Remember I am asking what can be put in a mid-size toolbox .

I am looking for a cordless hammer drill. Please recommend a brand and the battery size (volts). Its for home use but I often drill into masonry so I think I need to go with the hammer drill as opposed to a regular drill. Also, I want as much torque/power as required to make it an easy job, but I not want too much more than I need. I would also prefer a long lasting battery that recharges quickly

Please let me know what you think

Thanks

VG

I have a black & decker power drill/screwdriver, and the little red button (you know, the one that lets you pick which direction it turns) is stuck in one position. Great for unscrewing or drilling. Useless for screwing.

Is there some "man secret" to fixing this, besides using a hammer? Or is this just a loss??

So Im on location, spent an hour setting up lights, cameras, tripods, reading the light and playing with it.

Then a "passer by" comes up to me and starts telling me he just bought a point and shot (compacts where I am) and that he wants to be a Pro. Im busy so do my best to ignore him.

He asks me how do I "take" pro photos. As hes not going anywhere I go off on my high horse and start telling him that I dont take photos I make images. "Yea but anyone can do that" Im informed.

OK so heres the question: what other professions are like photography where people buy a tool then think they are tradespeople?

My examples are drills and hammers, ok I own both but I dont CALL myself a dentist or a builder.

Do people buy a hammer and think they can build a house?

Comments?
Fathead we can all see why you dropped out of the business.
Hey Joe buy a camera! you sound like a pro! Not -you know like humour haha

thanks for the example i was looking for,
your answer is so stupid i congradulate you for giving everyone such a great example of what im talking about.

Go buy a set of surgical tools and operate on people who need your tools used on them
Thanks Ryan, they dont bother me I love picking up work someones already messed up.

Just curious about mentalities, Joe and Fathead have really given me a good insight into the minds of ??
Exactly Dr Sam you read into what i wrote brilliantly!

Exactly why do they ask if they do it themselfs?
Jube thanks, they dont bother me, more like amuse me,

Just the mentality is interesting to me,

I mean like Dr Sam says, if they can already do it why do they ask me how to do it? - So unusual to me.

I'm in the market for a cordless drill/driver. I would like to get one that is of superb quality and has as many applications as possible.

For example, I would like it to have a built-in level for both vertical and horizontal drilling. I wouldn't mind it having a light for use in dark places (e.g attic & basement). Also, I think an optional hammer feature may come in handy from time to time but isn't absolutely necessary.

I would prefer something well balanced with a comfortable grip. I'm not a professional contractor, but I am in the process of fixing up a house so the drill will see moderate use is the future.

I've read that when it comes to battery technology Lithium Ion is the way to go for a nice balance between power, weight, and longevity - or holding charge. I think an 18v Lithium Ion would be nice but am not dead set against considering something else - perhaps 14.4v.

I've looked at Makita, Milwaukee, and DeWalt. They all seem to make a nice product. Online searches say Panasonic makes a good one as well as Bosch. I'm torn. Any help from personal experience or even anecdotal is much appreciated.

Please offer your opinion regardless of price. Again, I desire a drill that has many of the above features and such a comprehensive drill/driver will have extreme value for me in the years to come whatever the price.

Thanks in advance.