Walk into any home improvement store & there's a lake of shining tools glittering in a rainbow of colors promising the power to create & repair. More tools & gadgets are scattered among the seemingly endless aisles of materials. From simple screwdrivers to fancy compound sliding miter saws with laser sights, they're bewitching & overwhelming. Which ones do you need? What's the difference between a $5 hammer & a $35 one? What are the differences between well-known brands such as Dewalt, Milwaukee, Ryobi, & Hitachi other than their bright colors & price? I'll answer these questions & teach you how to evaluate hand, powered hand, & stationary tools needed for basic home repairs & woodworking. Some of the countless specialty & other popular tools will be mentioned, too. Not all of them are necessary & some should be avoided at first.