Buying Guides

Find the best tools to tackle your projects with Toolden’s Buying Guides!

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Everything You Need To Know About Drill Bits

November 19, 2021

Understanding which drill bits are suited for which tasks will go a long way towards ensuring your project is successful. n this blog post we’ll be explaining the features of a drill bit, the different types of drill bits available, and when you should use them.

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Gift Buying Guide. Top 10 Gifts for DIYers

November 18, 2021

We all know a DIY enthusiast who is always hard-working with home improvements and creative projects and for whom it is impossible to buy a gift. Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered! Here’s our Top 10 Gift Ideas for DIYers suitable for every budget.

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​Buying Guide: Choosing the Best Circular Saw Blade in 2024

November 4, 2021

Circular saws, mitre saws and table saws; they all use circular saw blades so they must be the same, right? Well, no, it’s unfortunately not quite that simple. Some types of blades are designed to be used only with particular saw types and materials.

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Buying Guide: Multi Tool & Accessories

October 11, 2021

Here at Toolden, we regularly get asked questions about Multi Tools and what accessories are required for specific jobs. So we thought we would write a handy buying guide to hopefully help you make your decision.

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Drill Buying Guide. Best Makita Drills in 2025

June 9, 2021

This guide will help identify the main differences in the range of drills available on Toolden.co.uk and will help you make an informed decision for your next drill purchase.

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All you need to know about Makita’s MAKPAC cases

October 28, 2020

Are you running out of storage room? Do you need a trouble-free way to transport your tools and equipment? The Makita Makpac connector cases are the amazing storage solution for all of your Makita tools.

Best Lawnmower for Large Lawns

August 7, 2019

If you’ve ever wondered what the best lawn mower for large lawns is, then hello and welcome! Now, short of owning a ride on lawn mower (I know, everyone’s dream right?!) we have tried and tested some of the best in the business from hard hitting names such as Einhell, Dewalt and Makita, so let’s get started.

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Best Tools for Gardening

August 6, 2019

Whether you are building your first gardening tool kit, you want to expand on an existing kit or you simply want an update on the best professional gardening tools around, then this guide is for you.

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Toolbox Essentials For Carpenters in 2024

July 11, 2019

Whether you’re new to the world of carpentry or you’re a seasoned pro, there’s a checklist of tools that everyone should have in their toolbox. If you are just starting out, it can be overwhelming when faced with all of the tools you could possibly need, with this list you will be able to take on many carpentry projects without having to rush out to the nearest toolstore!

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Why is PPE Important?

July 8, 2019

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential in the workplace. As employers, you have a duty to ensure that the right PPE is available to protect the user against health and safety risks at work. In this blog, we’re going to look at why PPE is important, the different types of PPE and the legislation surrounding it. 

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Makita ​LITHIUM-ION (LXT) Battery Compatibility

June 19, 2019

With over 100 power tools across the 18v range, we can understand the importance of choosing the right battery for each one’s power tools and vice versa. Makita 18V batteries features one of the fastest charge times in their categories, allowing the used to maximize their usage. 

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Festool TS55 Plunge Saw – Track Saw Review

May 13, 2019

Whether you’re a Makita or DeWalt user or you just love Festool Tools, we’re pretty sure you all heard of the very popular Festool TS55 Plunge Saw! Even though this is a saw requiring no further introduction, we thought it is only fair to have a look at why it stands out compared to other saws!