10 Best Tools for Joiners
Discover the 10 best rated power tools, hand tools and accessories for carpenters as rated by 1,000's of trades on Tool Talk. Whether you're an apprentice starting out or a carpenter with years of experience, these top-rated tools should give you everything you need to become a master of the trade.



Makita DSS610Z 18v Circular Saw
Powerful 360 W maximum output but lightweight due to Li-ion battery power unit. Smooth and powerful cutting at the high rotational speed of 3,700 rpm delivered from enhanced motor.
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Review for Makita DSS610Z 18v Circular Saw by CCTV INSTALLATIONS
13th February 2022
This was an impulse buy and so far its been abused for many things great saw sharp string and steady cut fully adjustable and sturdy light weight also
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Review for Makita DSS610Z 18v Circular Saw by Bulldog Gas services
12th February 2022
Love this saw, it is one of the most used tools in the kit, itslightweight, easy to handle with enough power for most day to day jobs, would definitely recommend it.
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Review for Makita DSS610Z 18v Circular Saw by Husht Acoustics
28th June 2021
Absolute belter of a saw for the price. Get a decent blade on it and it cuts like a dream. Feels good in the hand. Nice and light and compact. Well built and sturdy. Has a real feel of quality. Would definitely recommend to anyone, wether wit be professional or DIYer.
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Review for Makita DSS610Z 18v Circular Saw by AstonPHG
14th June 2021
Brilliant bit of kit for the price, easy to use, doesnt absolutely kill my batteries like the last model, still not amazing on battery consumption, but improved.
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DeWalt Impact Driver
Powerful and reliable, the DEWALT range of drill drivers features both corded and cordless models and provides variable speed and power.
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Review for DEWALT DCF887 XR Brushless 3-Speed Impact Driver by Bowden Electrical
9th March 2022
Been very swayed by the quality of De Walt now. Given these drills some real mistreatment but they still perform excellently. Slightly slow to charge but hold the charge well for days. Now let's just see De Walt bring out some awesome extras like Radio and Kettle. (Decent ones!) Also its great having the T Stak element to their storage boxes. Much easier than the old bosch ones to stack and get apart!
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Review for DEWALT DCF887 XR Brushless 3-Speed Impact Driver by TA Sparks
5th February 2022
Great quality build, bought with a set of brushless impact, sds and hammer drill. Phenomenal price bracket highly recommend to anyone looking to start out in a trade
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Review for DEWALT DCF887 XR Brushless 3-Speed Impact Driver by Saacke
5th February 2022
Decent driver,still works perfect after a few years and I've abused it, even used it with the adapter and undone 24mm bolts on pipework works well
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Review for DEWALT DCF887 XR Brushless 3-Speed Impact Driver by HLG Decorating Solutions
5th February 2022
Great tool. Use it everyday not for serious extreme use but it does get used all the time & is perfect. Build quality is exceptional & very good price - not quite as powerful as Milwaukee but very close.
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Stabila Spirit Levels
Features 1 horizontal and 2 vertical Vials. Accurate to 0.5mm/m in the normal position and 0.75mm/m in overhead position. Removable end-caps for flush fitting. Anti-slip end-caps for easier one-handed marking.
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Review for Stabila 96-2 Double Plumb Ribbed Box Section Level by Michael
29th April 2021
Guaranteed quality and a must for all professional trades. Not sure about competitors levels as i have always used and trusted stabila for my levels and have never been let down.
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Review for Stabila 96-2 Double Plumb Ribbed Box Section Level by Eastside Electrical Services
10th April 2021
Don't buy any other levels when these are looked after they last years I'm not sure there is a builder in the country without at least one stability in their kit.
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Review for Stabila 96-2 Double Plumb Ribbed Box Section Level by Jonathan Gilbert
7th April 2021
Purchased a magnetic boat level. Build quality is 2nd to none. Magnets are nice and strong and comes in a nice belt holster. Would definitely recommend.
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Review for Stabila 96-2 Double Plumb Ribbed Box Section Level by Ian roberts building services
2nd March 2021
Best levels on the market, on my 4th level in 30 years , only bought the last because it run over and bent beyond the point of saving . Not cheap but worth every penny.
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DeWalt Multi Tool
Multi-function tools use an oscillating action to carry out a large variety of smaller scale, detailed functions including routing, sawing, sanding, scraping, cutting etc. The materials the various accessories can be used on include copper pipes, plastic, dry walls, wood, stone, paint, grout removal, tile adhesive, window putty, caulking etc.
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Review for DEWALT DCS355 XR Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool by Campbell Building & Maintenance
24th July 2022
As a general rule DeWalt are my main platform for power tools, but the multi tool is possibly one the best tools in their range. I’ve tried other brands, but this multi tool is so well balanced in your hand and cut very well too.
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Review for DEWALT DCS355 XR Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool by Bits ‘n’ Bobs
20th July 2022
Just bought this and absolutely luv this. This is my new addition to my Dewalt family . This was all down to you guys for advice on this great machine.
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Review for DEWALT DCS355 XR Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool by M R Electrical
2nd July 2022
Absolutely outstanding piece of kit, whether you are cutting drywall to fit back boxes, notching out wooden joists, cutting pvc pipework etc it can do it all with total ease. I'd be lost without this bit of kit. Powerful and beyond useful!
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Review for DEWALT DCS355 XR Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool by Shine Electrical (Leeds)
14th June 2022
After replacing a burnt out unit from another brand, I decided to spend the extra for the DeWalt so I could make use of the interchangeable batteries. Although I was impressed with my previous unit, the DeWalt unit made it look silly, the power and accuracy was 10 times better and was easy to use for long periods, took a while to get used to the variable trigger speed as my old one had a constant speed selector but this was soon second nature and actually made the job easier. Great little LED on the front which helps when following faint lines.
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Makita DMR104W DAB Digital Radio
Portable DAB radio designed for on-site use and great sounding music. Compatible with MP3 players or smartphones via the aux input. Rubber bumpers for protection during use and transportation. DAB signal provides a wide selection of radio stations.
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Review for Makita DMR104W DAB Digital Radio by Plastering solutions
17th February 2022
Great dab radio. It’s good bass very well built. It’s very loud. Compatible with battery but you can’t charge your battery when plugged into power outlet. Reasonable price. Doesn’t easily interfere. Perfect site radio.
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Review for Makita DMR104W DAB Digital Radio by J M Construction
13th February 2022
Great product first thing to be turned on in the morning and last to be turned off, every site needs one, strong build quality, gas been dropped plenty of times over the last few years but still going strong.
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Review for Makita DMR104W DAB Digital Radio by D.a. Landscaping
10th February 2022
Awesome radio had mine for over 5 years and still going well I upgraded to new makita dab radio but that sits in garage until old one gives up
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Review for Makita DMR104W DAB Digital Radio by MBS
6th February 2022
Good little radio. Holds signal well wherever I've been working. Sound quality is good, although since I've heard the quality of the newest makira dab radio, I will be upgrading from this one soon.
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DeWalt TSTAK
With its strong, easy to use interlocking system, TSTAK units can be configured to your exact requirements, giving the ultimate flexible storage solution. Ideal for trade professionals.
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Review for DEWALT TSTAK™ Tower On TSTAK™ Cart by Wright Installation
8th February 2022
I had some of these before I moved onto the tough system good but build quality wasnt the best with a lot of hand tools in the box would flex
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Review for DEWALT TSTAK™ Tower On TSTAK™ Cart by Around To
8th February 2022
great storage. all of my tools are kept in these and i can trust that theyre secure and safe while on the move. its very sturdy when stacked on top of each other, no worries about it crashing and falling when in the van or while moving them around on site.
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Review for DEWALT TSTAK™ Tower On TSTAK™ Cart by D.A. Plumbing and Heating Ltd
5th February 2022
The dewalt tstak and cart is brilliant, very sturdy and robust. I like how you can organise all your tools etc and the cart makes it so much easier when moving your tools about . I would definitely recommend this product
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Review for DEWALT TSTAK™ Tower On TSTAK™ Cart by Ryan & Son Plumbing Services
5th February 2022
I have the Stsak tower system. Like I have said in my reviews of Dewalt power tools. Sstak tower system is what I use for carrying my power tools and much more. Usages from power tools too my gas fittings, plumbing fittings and many more items I carry with easygoing trolley to move my equipment from job to job
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DeWalt Line Laser
This red cross line laser projects bright crossing horizontal and vertical lines for various leveling and layout applications. It is built tough with an over molded housing and can withstand up to a 1 meter drop.
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Review for DEWALT DW088CG Cross Line Green Laser by Ewelectrics
12th February 2022
Good value (2) laser level. I think about90% of trades use this particular one. Would be nice to have a third beam as with some and it eats through batteries so quickly. Super good for what its designed to do though
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Review for DEWALT DW088CG Cross Line Green Laser by MT Electrical
7th February 2022
Used the red laser for years then decided to make the jump over to a green one and can say Im well impressed. Can see the laser clearer and even more prominent in well lit rooms
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Review for DEWALT DW088CG Cross Line Green Laser by Anthony Gleave Plumbing
6th February 2022
What did we do before laser levels! haha seriously though I couldn't do without it now, it's almost replaced my spirit levels. I use it alot for keeping a level line while tiling.
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Review for DEWALT DW088CG Cross Line Green Laser by WRH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
21st October 2021
Brilliant use this for kitchens and tiling and even guttering outside if it's a dull day very accurate and good bit off kit well worth the money
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Big Wipes Heavy-Duty
Dual-sided for the toughest jobs, when you really need to cut through the dirt. Ideal for heavy duty use on the toughest stains and dried-on dirt, our industrial strength dual sided 'scrub & clean' Heavy-Duty 4x4 wipes offer the fastest deepest clean ever. Containing no fewer than four powerful cleaning agents and four dermatologically tested skin conditioners, Big Wipes 4x4 cleansing wipes are even tougher on grime and even kinder to your hands.
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Review for Big Wipes 4x4 Heavy-Duty Cleaning Wipes by K Anscombe Builder
7th June 2022
Good quality wipes don’t fall apart when using,shift most dirt ,paint and sealant’s . Tub keeps them wet easy to get out. Always worth keeping tub in the van
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Review for Big Wipes 4x4 Heavy-Duty Cleaning Wipes by Uk Plumbing And Heating
13th February 2022
Personally these are the best wipes on the market there is nothing worse that silicon hands but with these thay tackle it with ease its also worth getting the spray just to wet them a little bit more if its been a mucky day
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Review for Big Wipes 4x4 Heavy-Duty Cleaning Wipes by R Bell Plumbing
13th February 2022
Love Big wipes. Always have some on the van. Its worth having a bottle of the spray too it makes the wipes go a little further. The big tubs are better value for money but they are slightly high in price in my opinion.
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Review for Big Wipes 4x4 Heavy-Duty Cleaning Wipes by SlaughterHaus Design
10th February 2022
These wipes are pretty amazing, they remove virtually anything off your hands and most surfaces. So far i havent found a thing these wont clean.
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Estwing 20oz Curved Claw Hammer
Estwing's Curved Claw Solid Steel Hammer provides unsurpassed balance and temper. The head and handle are fully polished and forged in one piece. Our exclusive Shock Reduction Grip is molded on and offers the utmost in both comfort and durability, while reducing vibrations caused by impact.
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Review for Estwing Curved Claw Hammer, Vinyl Grip by K Anscombe Builder
7th June 2022
I have two estwing hammers both over 15yrs old very hard wearing no sign of rounding off,not used as much as use to as nail guns came along but before then used all day knocking in tacks up to 6inch nails
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Review for Estwing Curved Claw Hammer, Vinyl Grip by Bulldog Gas services
9th February 2022
This hammer is fantastic, I have only ever bought one and it has lasted me 20 years and still going strong, it is just as comfortable to use now as the day I got it.
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Review for Estwing Curved Claw Hammer, Vinyl Grip by PeterJ
7th February 2022
Its a hammer, most will last for ever but will show signs of use. This hammer looks almost no different to the day I bought it 3 years ago. I suspect it'll be the same in the next 10.
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Review for Estwing Curved Claw Hammer, Vinyl Grip by Saacke
5th February 2022
Best hammers around in my opinion, they last forever, I've used mine for allsorts at work home and in the garden for around 12 years and it's still going strong.
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12 Irwin Quick-Grip"
Evenly distributes up to 136kg (300lbs) of sustained clamping force. Ideal for temporary hold-down or quick clamping applications. The new quick-change button provides easy removal of jaws for accessory installation or conversion to a spreader, while the new removable swivel jaws and non-marring pads allow the full-faced pads to deliver even distribution of clamping force.
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Review for IRWIN® Quick-Grip® Quick-Change™ Medium-Duty Bar Clamp by Bright Home Improvements
13th February 2022
I really like these, I will be honest and say I have a few of the Stanley ones, I really do prefer these, good design and easy to use, vaule for money, I rate these 5 star
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Review for IRWIN® Quick-Grip® Quick-Change™ Medium-Duty Bar Clamp by Big Norries Barrels
5th February 2022
Great for clamping things down and so easy to use and completely comfortable in the hand not had any problems at all with these clamps only for small projects but still work a treat
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Review for IRWIN® Quick-Grip® Quick-Change™ Medium-Duty Bar Clamp by Mazri Electrical
2nd February 2022
How did we manage without these things ? The time I have wasted screwing up heavy G-clamps in awkward places to little effect, and then unscrewing them again, usually losing some skin in the process. One at either end of the Workmate holds a board in place for sawing leaving two hands to control the saw. One placed over the start of the cut (after sawing past that point) stops the cut-off part breaking off too early. They're pretty nifty for holding stuff together while being glued and/or drilled too, with nice end pieces which spread the load and leave no marks.
If you do carpentry, a single pair probably won't be enough. You'll soon wish you had more.
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Review for IRWIN® Quick-Grip® Quick-Change™ Medium-Duty Bar Clamp by Marwick’s Electrical
9th November 2021
Great things and especially with the reversible jaws for spreading its already come in handy for my mate the kitchen fitter to push the base units over a bit.
Quick action and a firm grip and so easy to change the jaw direction.
I bought these more for my hobbies and diy but I think one set will live in the van the other set in the shed.
Roll on retirement.
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