David Delk, Contributing Writer

About The Author

David Delk

David Delk has always enjoyed working with wood, ever since his teen years. Naturally, this landed him in the carpentry business. He has over 35 years experience that spans a couple decades of trimming out new construction to his more recent work of designing cabinetry and custom fabrication. Right now, David is partially retired and enjoys taking on select "old school" finish and trim carpentry work. We asked David about any pet peeves. The solitary answer: dull blades.

Buying Guides September 10, 2021 1

How to Install a Simpson Craftsman Door

A neighbor of mine enlisted my help to put the finishing touch on his 1920’s bungalow home (a home he’s been […]

Carpentry Tool Reviews & Buying Guides November 12, 2016 2

Makita XOB01 18V Cordless Random Orbit Sander Review

I’ve got two corded orbital sanders, which is in itself a story. My Porter-Cable is about 10-12 years old. I’ve […]

Carpentry Tool Reviews & Buying Guides October 13, 2016 0

Ridgid Cordless Trim Router Review R86044B

A trim router is great for Formica and getting those small details on door stiles. I do some custom kitchen doors, and a […]

Cordless Nailer Reviews & Buying Guides August 18, 2016 9

Milwaukee M18 15-gauge Angled Finish Nailer Review

As a trim carpenter I was strictly a pneumatic nailer guy until about two years ago. That’s when I was […]

Milwaukee M18 Fuel 18-gauge finish nailer side

Cordless Nailer Reviews & Buying Guides July 12, 2016 10

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18-gauge Finish Nailer Review

I run just about all my trim off an 18-gauge nailer. The head doesn’t leave a large divot, so you don’t […]

Carpentry Tool Reviews & Buying Guides September 25, 2014 5

JackClamp Bar Clamp Review

The Jackclamp is a unique animal from the minds at Lowell Thomas Tool that combines the function of a clamp […]

Carpentry Tool Reviews & Buying Guides January 30, 2014 6

Ryobi P360 Airstrike One+ 18 Gauge Stapler Review

I was thrilled to receive the Ryobi 18V Cordless Narrow Crown Stapler (P360) to review after having the chance to […]

Cordless Saw Reviews & Buying Guides January 23, 2014 2

Ridgid R8831B 18V Orbital Jig Saw Review

The jig saw plays an integral part in what I do as a trim carpenter. It’s a tool I’ve used […]

Cordless Nailer Reviews & Buying Guides December 13, 2013 4

Ryobi P320 Airstrike 18V Cordless Brad Nailer

I’ve been wanting to get my hands on the new Ryobi P320 AirStrike 18V brad nailer since it came out. […]

Sander and Grinder Reviews September 30, 2013 2

Bosch OS50VC 1/2-Sheet Orbital Finishing Sander Review

Sometimes you get tools and you jump right into a project. Other times it takes a couple of weeks until […]