Decking Tools Reviews

I purchased this screwdriver for the main purpose of laying deck boards. It work smoothing and is a very quick screwdriver. It takes some a little time to get the hang of it but not long and when you do you can lay down a lot a screws in a short period. I've never had any problems with Milwaukee, and would recommend it over any other brand. Wish it came in a case but that is the only negative I hve for this purchase.

...This Milwaukee driver is perfect! If you are looking for real power, this is the driver! Hit the trigger, and it will almost twist your wrist. A very versatile tool, it will dimple drywall with zero damage, yet drive a screw (3 1/2") into 75+ year old studs without hesitation. The adjustment is able to change drop-off depths by 1/64". Once you set it up, it never changes. Changing bits is easy, too. The whole nose snaps off to change bits, and you don't lose your adjustment. This is one of my favorite features since my former drywall gun nose piece had to be screwed off to change bits, then readjusted. I was a little concerned about the low max RPM (2500 RPM). (Must be a guy thing!) This is more than enough speed. The trigger is very sensitive to pressure, so speed can be regulated easy. As usual, Milwaukee Tools are the best! The only drawback was delivery, not the tool. I ordered it on June 28th, and received it August 9th. Order it before you need it ...

I have just completed the installation of Ipe (Ironwood) boards on my 350sq ft deck and I'm super glad I sprung for this tool!

Using the Bowrench (and a clamp to prevent the Ipe Boards from lifting) makes installing the EB-TYs (hidden fasteners) much easier. A bead of subfloor adhesive across the top of each joist eliminates squeeks.

I notice that I use the bowrench in the "opposite" direction to others here, I guess it works both ways. The only improvement to using it that I can suggest is sometimes to slip a piece of scrap between the end of the tool and the decking as this allows it to slide more readily without marring the edge of the decking, however it can be tricky to keep the scrap there; perhaps the Bowrench should come with a Teflon-edged end-piece or pilot holes into which to screw a sacrificial piece of scrap.

this tool is like having a third hand it a little pricy but worth it

I have learned of this tool when building a deck with my brother-in-law. When I used it for the first time I couldn't believe the leverage you get with it. I had 20 foot long decking to screw down and without this tool it would have taken at least 3 times as long. Since then, I bought one for myself, having to re-deck my mother-in-law's balcony. This tool is a dream. I actually waited for the tool to arrive by mail order before proceeding any further on the balcony job. I knew it would save me a lot of aggrevation. Well worth whatever you pay for it even if you use it only once!