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Jul 29, 2026

Stop Taping Short Levels to 2x4s: Why the XPL Extendable Plate Level Belongs in Your Kit

Stop Taping Short Levels to 2x4s: Why the XPL Extendable Plate Level Belongs in Your Kit

If you’ve ever tried to plumb a tall wall, install large doors, or level a wide span, you know exactly how annoying it is when your level just isn’t long enough. You end up taping it to a straight edge, stretching awkwardly to read a bubble you can barely see, and wasting time guessing if it’s actually dead-on or just “close enough.”Close enough usually means you’ll be fixing it later.It’s a headache that slows down the whole job. That’s exactly why the XPL Extendable Plate Level was built. Instead of hauling around a stack of bulky levels that clutter ... Read More

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Jun 16, 2026

Celebrate America’s 250th with Stabila’s Limited-Edition Patriot Series Levels

Celebrate America’s 250th with Stabila’s Limited-Edition Patriot Series Levels

This 4th of July isn't just another summer cookout, America is officially celebrating its massive 250th birthday, and your toolbox should reflect the historic occasion. To honor the nation's milestone Semiquincentennial, Stabila has dropped a highly exclusive, limited-edition Patriotic Level designed specifically for this year. Whether you are pushing through a job site over the holiday weekend or simply want a highly collectible piece of precision gear to hang in your shop, this commemorative level perfectly blends American pride with dead-on accuracy. ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Jun 4, 2026

How to Build a Die Table

How to Build a Die Table

Summer is in full swing, the weather is nice, and everyone's having a good time. But the start of the school year isn't that far away, and if you don't have a function dye table up and running, you're doing something wrong... ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 26, 2026

How-To Build A Mobile Job-Site Cart (Step-By-Step With Tool List)

How-To Build A Mobile Job-Site Cart (Step-By-Step With Tool List)

What eats up more time on a job than anything else? Walking back and forth to your truck. Hunting for the driver, but you swear you just had. Realizing the battery charger is three floors down, and your drill just died. A mobile job-site cart fixes all of that, and if you build it yourself, you can make it work exactly the way you need it to. This isn't about having a fancy setup. It's about keeping your tools organized, accessible, and portable with you, rather than sitting in a pile somewhere across the site. Whether you're running electrical, ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 26, 2026

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations & The Tools You'll Need To Install Them

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations & The Tools You'll Need To Install Them

The electric vehicle revolution didn't wait for permission, and now every electrician worth their license is fielding calls about EV charger installations. What started as a niche service for early adopters has turned into standard work, residential driveways, commercial parking structures, fleet depots, you name it. If it's got a parking spot and a nearby power source, someone's asking to plug in a Tesla.But here's the thing about installing EV charging stations: it's not just about knowing your way around a breaker panel. It's about showing up with the right tools so you're not making three trips to the ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Feb 23, 2026

The Weekly Savings Vault: Week 4

The Weekly Savings Vault: Week 4

Forget the fluff. You are out there freezing on the jobsite or burning the midnight oil in your garage, and the absolute last thing you want is to overpay for the gear that pays your bills. We get it. That is exactly why we spent all month dropping the hammer on prices.Promotion: https://www.acmetools.com/all/?pmid=26a332_acme_hc ... Read More

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Feb 12, 2026

Acme Tools: The Family-Owned Powerhouse That's Been Outfitting America's Tradesmen for Over 75 Years

Acme Tools: The Family-Owned Powerhouse That's Been Outfitting America's Tradesmen for Over 75 Years

Look, we get it. You've got a million options when it comes to buying tools these days. Big box stores on every corner, online marketplaces that promise the world, and sketchy websites that may or may not ship what you ordered. But here's the thing: we've been doing this for over 75 years, and we didn't get here by cutting corners or treating our customers like transaction numbers.I'm talking about Acme Tools, and yeah, this is personal for us. We started as a small electric motor repair shop back in the day, and we've grown into one of America's ... Read More

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Feb 11, 2026

The Day The Pros Went To War: A Look Back At Professional Tool Kit Builds

The Day The Pros Went To War: A Look Back At Professional Tool Kit Builds

There is a specific kind of adrenaline that hits when you walk into a supply house with a pocket full of cash and a job to do. It’s the kid-in-a-candy-store feeling, but for people who know how to build houses. Back in August of 2025, we decided to bottle that feeling, shake it up, and spray it all over the internet. We invited the heavy hitters of the trade world, guys like American Electrician, RR Buildings, VCG Construction, and the Tool Show crew, to our newest Minnesota store location. The mission was simple, but the execution was absolute chaos. We ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Feb 3, 2026

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

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Acme Tools Tags:

Jan 22, 2026

How-To Hang a Large 24x36 Picture Frame on Drywall (Pro Guide)

How-To Hang a Large 24x36 Picture Frame on Drywall (Pro Guide)

Large picture frames, 24" by 36" and up, aren't just art. They're a statement piece for your home. But getting it on the wall perfectly level and secure can be a challenge. You need a method that's precise, reliable, and won't leave your wall looking like a piece of Swiss cheese. Forget the guesswork, this is how you get it done.This guide will teach you the proven tape-transfer method, a technique used by pros to hang heavy frames with perfect accuracy. We will cover everything, from selecting the proper heavy-duty hardware for drywall to what your final inspection should ... Read More

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