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Every carpenter needs chisels, and the IRWIN Marples Woodworking Chisel Set (Model #M444SB6N) fits the bill well for many of them. Here’s a little context to explain why I say that. Six main carpenter types I separate carpentry into the following general categories, from most rough to least: timber framing, stick framing, finish (trim) work,…
Using Infratech Infrared Heaters On Screen Porch Staying home during the COVID pandemic showed us that space at home is premium. Extending the outdoor living spaces longer into the fall, or even a winter season is something people are looking at more than ever. We’ve seen the restaurants build out their outdoor ding, many using…
Adding An Infrared Heater To A Screen Porch When the weather turns cold, folks who have been living on their screened porches move indoors. I designed my screened porch so I could swap out my screens for Mylar wind panels. While this helps cut the wind, it’s still cold. The only true way to be…
Solo Stove Yukon Fire Pit Every year we would go camping in Maine, and every year my grandfather would say the same thing while we shuffled around the fire pit: “You know smoke only blows in the face of the idiot, right?” It took me more time than I would care to admit to realize…
StopBox Handgun Retention Device The StopBox Handgun Retention Device is a portable instant-access handgun retention device. This safe does not use batteries, electronics or external keys. The StopBox hand gesture code lock is instinctive to use in the dark and under stress. Secure your firearm without sacrificing accessibility, when you need it the most. Unintentional…
10 Trim Carpentry Tips I’ve partnered with Milwaukee Tool’s GRID apprentice program to share with you 10 trim carpentry tips that I’ve picked up over the years. Alright let’s jump into the tips: Tip 1: Tune You Miter Saw For accurate cuts, it’s important to calibrate your miter saw. A 1° difference over a 1-in.…
Ryobi 40-Volt 21-inch Brushless Cordless Snow Blower RY40860 Review Here in Massachusetts where winter snow can begin in November and end in April, a snow blower is an essential device for almost all homeowners. I already own a two-stage gas-powered snowblower, but I also own all of the headaches associated with a gas snow blower. …
Protect Your Children – Gun Safety From Vincent Iannelli, M.D., Most parents are concerned about the safety of their children and do their best to provide them with a safe environment, including using car seats, seat belts, life preservers, bicycle helmets, and gates on stairs, etc. Too many parents forget about gun safety though. Firearms…
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