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Multi Generational Households Increasing Few American adults want to take on roommates, much less shack up with their parents, but many are being forced to as a result of job loss or foreclosure, according to a new survey on mulch-generational housing conducted by AARP there is a marked increase in multi generational households. Job loss…
Bosch Diamond Cutting Masonry Blades Bosch like many of the top quality tool manufacturers relies on user feedback to develop new tools and accessories. Professional contractors know what works and what they want in a tool s performance. Based on this user feedback Bosch developed a diamond blade combining metal powders with diamond formulations, that cut hard concrete, green concrete, tile and general…
Metal Roofs On Rise I have three theories on why you see more metal roofs are on the rise. First, let’s look at the state of Maine where metal roofs are common. Many of the roofs you see in Maine are the old, thin tin “barn roofs” which were very popular on agricultural buildings. These…
Reworking a Gas Fireplace and Mantel Friday the Limestone hearth and surround was installed around the fireplace. Today we had planned on installing a new fireplace mantel. This [photo below] is what I saw when I walked in this morning. The painter will finish up this room tomorrow. Premier Mantels: Algonquin Style The Algonquin Mantle…
Photo: 23 Main Street Concord A Concord Carpenter Comments on the Importance of Supporting Concord’s Local Businesses. With all its historical significance, Concord has long had the most beautiful, vibrant and charming retail areas with an interesting array of merchants and businesses. With today’s economy, we need more than ever to make a concerted effort…
Elmers ProBond Advanced Polyurethane Glue The folks at Elmers just released a new glue that is touted to be the first multi-purpose adhesive that delivers professional strength and versatility without the foamy mess that polyurethane glues do. Elmer’s ProBond Advanced glue will work on everything from metal to wood or ceramics or stone and it is 100% weatherproof…
Remodeling Without a Conscience Remodel or Remuddle? Everyone knows what remodeling is but what is remuddle? Remuddling is to remodel a building or room in a way that obscures or destroys key aspects of the original design. There’s a ton of stuff to read out there that portray the remodeling process as fun, glamorous…
Image: TOH.com I recently worked for a client where every other door in the house had a door issue. Apparently when the pre–hung doors were installed they were not shimmed properly and as a result the doors developed problems. One issue that was recurring was the top hinge was loose causing the door to sag…
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