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Flexzilla Tags:

Nov 10, 2026

Buying Guides

Hanging Christmas Lights? Don’t Forget the Extension Cord

Hanging Christmas Lights? Don’t Forget the Extension Cord Everyone’s favorite tradition is to hang Christmas lights. It makes your house look all nice and brings that holiday cheer. The last thing you want is to have your lights hung up and realize you can’t plug them in because they don’t reach an outlet.Well, that’s where a good extension cord comes into play.Before you start decorating, measure the route from your outlet to your lights. These three Flexzilla Pro extension cords from Acme Tools give you 25-, 50- and 100-foot options. All three are designed for outdoor use and feature grounded plugs, water-resistant construction and a lighted power ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Nov 1, 2026

Deal Alerts

Jump Start Black Friday: Your One-Stop Hub for Holiday Tool Deals

Jump Start Black Friday: Your One-Stop Hub for Holiday Tool Deals Remember Black Friday? Yeah, it’s the best day of the year to make your holiday purchases. Well, we’re going to give you a head start on that.The Acme Tools Jump Start Black Friday page is being built as your one-stop hub for holiday savings. Instead of searching through the entire website or jumping between different promotion pages, you’ll be able to find the biggest deals in one place.The countdown at the top will let you know exactly how long you have until Black Friday officially arrives. However, you won’t have to wait for the clock to hit zero. Jump Start ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Oct 30, 2026

Buying Guides

Still Shopping? Let the Acme Tools Holiday Gift Guide Help

Still Shopping? Let the Acme Tools Holiday Gift Guide Help We’ve already told you about the Acme Tools Holiday Gift Guide, but the holidays are getting closer, and some of you still have shopping to do, so quit messing around.Luckily, finding the right gift does not have to be difficult. The Acme Tools Holiday Gift Guide is easy to navigate and lets you shop based on the person you have in mind.Shopping for a DIYer? We’ve got you covered. Need something for a mechanic, woodworker, outdoor pro or new homeowner? There are dedicated sections for them, too. ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Oct 29, 2026

Project Guides

Simple Ways to Prepare Your House for Winter

Simple Ways to Prepare Your House for Winter Winter has a way of sneaking up. One day you’re raking leaves, and the next you are scraping ice off your windshield before work.A little preparation can go a long way. It can save you from dealing with drafts, frozen pipes and missing snow shovels later. Here are a few simple jobs you can knock out before the temperature drops. ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Oct 19, 2026

Deal Alerts

Haunted Savings: Get Up to a $75 Acme Tools Gift Card

Haunted Savings: Get Up to a $75 Acme Tools Gift Card You might be considering visiting a haunted house or corn maze before Halloween. Who can blame you? They’re scary, they’re fun and your favorite movie characters get to chase you around with chainsaws. It’s a win-win.Unfortunately, Acme Tools does not have its own haunted house. We have the next best thing: Haunted Savings. ... Read More
DEWALT Tags:

Apr 6, 2026

Product Guides

Power The Whole Crew: DEWALT Multiport Charger & Power Controller Review

Power The Whole Crew: DEWALT Multiport Charger & Power Controller Review We all know the worst part of running a massive jobsite is dealing with the rat's nest of extension cords and the constant fight over who gets to use the charger next. Nothing kills your crew's momentum faster than waiting around for dead batteries to juice back up. You're burning daylight and losing money. It's time to overhaul your setup completely. Enter the new DEWALT charger and power controller lineup. These two are engineered to take that disorganized pile of dead batteries and turn it into a streamlined, high-speed charging station that keeps everyone working. Let's break down exactly why ... Read More
Bosch Tags:

Mar 30, 2026

Deal Alerts

Bosch Flash Sale: Lock In Massive Bosch Tool Deals Tonight

Bosch Flash Sale: Lock In Massive Bosch Tool Deals Tonight Let's completely skip the predictable Monday blues intro this time. You are staring down a massive project calendar for the rest of the year, and your current tool bag is looking absolutely defeated. It is time to face facts: you cannot tackle premium jobs with cheap, underpowered equipment. The good news is that we are dropping a massive flash event that instantly puts cash directly back into your pocket. If you want to secure the absolute best Bosch tool deals without completely draining your wallet, you need to pay attention right now because this window is incredibly tight.Shop Our Bosch ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 26, 2026

Product Guides

Reconditioning Tools: When It's Worth It: And When It Isn't

Reconditioning Tools: When It's Worth It: And When It Isn't You've probably heard the pitch before. Reconditioned power tools cost less, perform the same, and come with a warranty. Sounds good until you're three months in and wondering if you should've just bought new.The truth is somewhere in the middle. Factory reconditioned tools can be a legitimately smart buy for contractors managing budgets and DIYers who know what they're doing. They can also be a headache if you don't know what you're buying or who reconditioned it. The difference comes down to understanding what "reconditioned" means, which tools are worth buying used, and when paying full price makes more ... Read More
Metabo HPT Tags:

Mar 18, 2026

Industry News

Metabo HPT Tool News: How Trades Leaders Are Boosting Your Jobsite’s Efficiency

Metabo HPT Tool News: How Trades Leaders Are Boosting Your Jobsite’s Efficiency Every contractor knows the drill. You land a job, line up the materials, and then spend three weeks trying to find someone who knows how to swing a hammer without putting a hole in the drywall. Projects get delayed. Labor costs spike. You turn down work because you don't have the crew to handle it. The skilled trades workforce shortage isn't just a future problem economists worry about; it's affecting your bottom line right now.Metabo HPT just dropped a piece on their blog that cuts through the noise and gets to the core issue: if the trades want to ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Feb 26, 2026

Deal Alerts

2026 Last Brand Standing Overview: The Tool Tournament That Matters

2026 Last Brand Standing Overview: The Tool Tournament That Matters March Madness has basketball. Fantasy football has Sundays. And the tool world? We've got Last Brand Standing, which is basically the only time of year when watching Milwaukee go head-to-head with Yeti makes perfect sense. Acme Tools kicked off 2026 with their annual tournament reveal, and this year they've doubled down, literally, with 32 brands competing instead of the usual 16.If you've never heard of Last Brand Standing, here's the short version: tool brands compete in a bracket-style tournament, with sales determining who advances. It's not some marketing team picking winners in a conference room. It's actual customers buying actual ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Feb 12, 2026

Project Guides

How-To Soundproof A Garage Workshop Using the Right Tools

How-To Soundproof A Garage Workshop Using the Right Tools Turning your garage into a workshop opens endless possibilities, such as woodworking, metalwork, DIY projects, and tinkering with tools. But there's one problem every DIYer faces: noise. Power tools echo through concrete walls, vibrations shake the floor, and the buzz of saws and drills easily reaches the neighbors. The solution? A strategic plan to soundproof your garage workshop using the right tools and materials.Below, we'll walk through proven soundproofing solutions, the best tools for the job, and DIY methods to reduce noise in your garage so that you can focus on your craft without complaints. ... Read More
Makita Tags:

Feb 9, 2026

Deal Alerts

Makita Deal Of The Day: The Kind Of Heist You Actually Want To Be A Part Of

Makita Deal Of The Day: The Kind Of Heist You Actually Want To Be A Part Of There is absolutely nothing worse than the click of death. You know exactly what I’m talking about. You are three hours into a framer, the sun is beating down on your neck, you go to drive a screw, and your impact driver gives you that pathetic, flashing light. The battery is dead. And because you forgot to throw the spare on the charger before lunch, you are now strictly in the business of waiting around. It is a rookie mistake, but it happens to the best of us.Today, we are fixing that problem and keeping cash in your pocket ... Read More
CRAFTSMAN Tags:

Feb 6, 2026

New Products

Cut The Cord: New Craftsman V20 Mini & Standard Hot Glue Guns Released

Cut The Cord: New Craftsman V20 Mini & Standard Hot Glue Guns Released Listen, we need to talk about extension cords. They’re a nightmare. They tangle, they trip you up, and they always seem to be six inches too short for whatever corner you're trying to reach. If you are still tethered to a wall outlet while trying to tack down low-voltage wiring or fix a piece of trim, you are living in the past.Craftsman just dropped two new V20 Cordless Hot Glue Guns, and honestly, it’s about time. We’re talking about the CMGL100B Mini and the CMGL200B Standard. These aren’t your grandma’s crafting tools; these are built for the job site, ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Feb 3, 2026

Project Guides

DIY Wooden Headboards: A Woodworking Project

DIY Wooden Headboards: A Woodworking Project A custom wooden headboard adds handcrafted character to your bedroom and costs a fraction of the price of store-bought furniture. This beginner-friendly weekend project builds fundamental woodworking skills, making it perfect for first-time builders and experienced DIYers alike.This step-by-step guide covers everything from material selection and cutting to assembly, finishing, and mounting. We will provide professional tips that ensure furniture quality results for every bed size. ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Jan 31, 2026

Project Guides

Shop Layout Mistakes & How to Fix Them Without Starting Over

Shop Layout Mistakes & How to Fix Them Without Starting Over Even a well-equipped shop can become a frustrating place to work if the layout isn't well organized. Tools pile up, projects stall, and what used to be your creative escape becomes a cluttered maze. The good news? You don't have to gut your workspace or start over. A few tweaks can completely change how your shop performs.Let's look at the most common shop layout mistakes and how to fix them, fast. ... Read More
Milwaukee Tags:

Jan 31, 2026

Product Guides

The Day Milwaukee Finally Ended The "Who Tripped The Breaker?" War

The Day Milwaukee Finally Ended The "Who Tripped The Breaker?" War Remember back in late 2025? We were all standing around a tangled mess of extension cords, praying to the construction gods that plugging in one last Super Charger wouldn’t plunge the entire job site into darkness. We’ve all been there. You’re trying to juice up an MX FUEL battery to finish a cut, the apprentice plugs in a radio, and click. Silence. The breaker pops, the lights go out, and you’re wasting twenty minutes hunting down the panel.That was the dark ages before Milwaukee Tool dropped the hammer with the PACKOUT Power Manager (3333-20A). Looking back at this release, it ... Read More

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The hardware trade supplies and maintains the components that ensure the consistent progress of construction, repair, and manufacturing projects. The professionals in this field work with hardware such as nails, fasteners, locks, hinges, brackets, and other accessories you may not think of to ensure installations stay in place and work properly. To achieve success, hardware specialists complete installations that last, manage efficient inventory levels, and maintain safety and project management standards. When every bolt and bracket matters, hardware professionals ensure nothing comes loose when it counts most. Enjoy free shipping on hardware orders over $199.00.

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