(NAPSA)—Whether they were a holiday gift, birthday present, or possibly a subtle reminder to get projects done around the house, many new powertools have yet to see the light of day. With the weary weather months ahead, now is the perfect time to crack out tools to combat cabin fever. Looking for inspiration? Take a cue from the numerous home improvement shows on television or look to Skil Power Tools’ resident tool gal, Betsy Shaw, who has great ideas to get new tools out of their boxes and into the handsof do-it-yourselfers. Cordless Drill/Driver— Now’s a terrific time to do a clean sweep of the house to check for loose cabinet doors and wobbly furniture. With a cordless drill/ driver, you can tighten up loose screws for fix-ups in a flash. Or, add instant life to your home with new shelving or drapes. Some new drills, such as the Skil 18-Volt XDrive drill/driver, come with an on-board stud finder, so installa- tion is easier than ever. Reciprocating Saw—Originally intended for demolition and cutting metals, the reciprocating saw has the power to tackle any project inside or outside the house. If storms result in precariously hanging branches or your lawn is looking like a branch boneyard, a cordless reciprocating Use a cordlessdrill/driver for fixupsin flash. saw will make kindling out of that refuse in no time. Jigsaw—Ajigsaw delivers exceptional cutting performance for a variety of home improvement projects. A jigsaw delivers curved cutting action to help construct lawn cut-outs or cut countertops for a new sink. Need to make a quick, straight cut? New laserguided jigsaws are excellent for straight and accurate cuts on everything from MDFto plywood. For those feeling more adven- turous, the Internet is a great source for finding projects that can be completed in a day or weekend. For example, by visiting Skil.com, DIYers can view and download projects that include animated, step-by-step instructions.
