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Popular Mechanics has released its annual Tool Awards package, which features a list of the best tools in different categories. The winners were chosen based on their performance and functionality. Some of the winning tools include the Milwaukee 2838-21 18-Volt Cordless Router Kit, the Bosch GNB18V-12N 18-Volt Concrete Nailer, and the Ingersoll Rand Model D5421 20-Volt Hammer Drill Driver. The document provides a comprehensive list of various tools and equipment, describing their features, performance, and durability. It aims to assist library patrons in their research and decision-making process. [Extracted from the article]

A first person narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of building a masonry fire pit.

The article offers tips on wall cutting, drilling and mounting. Topics discussed include distinguishing between a drywall and a plaster, attaching things to a stud, some options when working with drywall, using a professional-duty stud sensor to check for air ducts, pipes and wires and using screws instead of nails.

The article focuses on the problem of basement water. The most common cause of basement water is unmanaged rain runoff. Rainwater from the roof flows down through the soil and collects at the bottom of the original foundation excavation. While the weight of the saturated earth alone can break a wall, the situation worsens when the water freezes and exerts a lateral force that can cause cracks and buckling. The solution is a well-maintained gutter system that uses downspout extensions to carry roof runoff at least 4 ft. from the foundation wall. Also, the grade next to the wall must be sloped to direct surface water away from the house.

The article presents tips for building stone wall planter. The stone wall planter shown in the article is functional, beautiful and relatively easy to build. It is designed to hide an exposed concrete foundation, and provide a place to grow plants and shrubs. One can built the planter with flat fieldstones, which come in sizes ranging from 1 to 3 inch thick and 8 to 18 inch long. The pallet typically sells fieldstone, and each pallet holds about 25 cubic feet To find stone, one can check with landscapers and gardening retailers.

Reports on Georgia Tech researchers' use of a plasma arc torch for shoring up weak foundation soil. Melting and vitrifying any type of earth; Firing of a plasma hotter than the Sun's surface; Tests conducted by researchers.