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Bosch 6.5 Amp motor, 16,500 RPM Planer Review There is nothing better on the job-site to get fast stock removal and a smooth finish than a power planer, especially for edge material and door planing! A power planer is a time and money saver. The folks at Bosch recently sent us their Bosch 1594K Planer to review. Up to…
Image: http: www.ibiblio.org ENDURANCE, Shackelton’s Leadership Lesson! In the residential and construction remodeling world we don’t usually have to kill our dogs and eat seals to survive but that doesn’t mean we can’t learn a thing or two about leadership. This is the true story of Earnest Shackleton’s amazing 1914 voyage to cross the Antarctic. …
A debris chute is the most quick, safe, and efficient method of remodeling and demolition debris. Building your own debris chute can be done in less than five minutes with the proper materials and the know how.
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…
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