Tools
Products Tyler uses and loves, starting with Tools.
Victorinox Swiss Army Manager — pen-and-light version
Pen, scissors, flathead, knife, file, and light in a small form factor.
Porter-Cable Brad Nailer, 18GA, 2-inch, pneumatic (BN200C)
Reliable for over 10 years, rarely jammed, very little maintenance.
Porter-Cable Hand Planer, 6-amp, 5/64-inch (PC60THP)
Bought for deck joists; easy to use even nine feet up.
Porter-Cable Air Compressor, 6-gallon, pancake, oil-free (C2002-ECOM)
A workhorse used several times a month, no maintenance needed.
Lite aluminum ladder
Extremely lightweight aluminum step ladder, used almost exclusively.
Ryobi set
An exceptionally good set for a DIYer without hundreds to spend.
NoCry Professional Construction Knee Pads
Must-have on the deck: fit well, saved his knees, didn't slip.
Feit Electric Heavy Duty LED Work Light, 2000 lumens, 2-pack
Used at least once a week, late at night, on cars and projects.
WORKPRO 6-in-1 Cordless Staple Gun, 3.6V rechargeable
Used to staple Trex waterproofing membrane across a 432 sq ft deck.
RYOBI cordless tool and battery organizer
Gets Ryobi tools out of a bag on the workbench and within reach.