Table Saw Safety

By Robert Robillard

Using a Table Saw Safely The table saw is probably the biggest staple of any worthy workshop or job site. Most table saw safety problems can be avoided by knowing how to safely operate the saw, using common sense and avoiding certain practices. Here are a few safety concerns to consider when using a table…

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Fireplace Mantle Retrofit

By Robert Robillard

Buying A Fireplace Mantle We are in working in Winchester, Mass this month adding some nice finishing touches to a high end retirement condo before the owner moves in. The old mantel above was 6′ high. Besides being to large for the room and not to the new owners taste, it was also too high…

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HELPING KIDS WITH SEX AND TECHNOLOGY

By Robert Robillard

Image: www.superstock.com 5 TIPS TO HELP PARENTS TALK TO THEIR KIDS ABOUT SEX AND TECHNOLOGY Talk to your kids about what they are doing online and with texting. Its important for kids to understand that their messages or pictures they send over the Internet or their cell phones are not truly private or anonymous. The…

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Bostitch Cordless Framing Nailer GF33PT

By Robert Robillard

Bostitch 30° Paper Collated Cordless Framing Nailer  GF33PT The new  Bostitch Cordless Framing Nailer GF33PT is designed to handle 30° paper collated nails, from 2 to 3-1/2 inches, which are very common in my area. What’s the Hype? The best part is that this nailer will shoot clipped head and a full round head offset paper tape…

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Checking References

By Robert Robillard

Image: biblioragazzi.files Checking Contractor’s References To protect yourself, when hiring a contractor you should get into the habit of checking references.  This is an essential to finding and qualifying the right person for your project. Here are just a few questions to ask a contractors previous customers: Did they communicate well with the re modeler?…

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Concord Driveway Snow Plowing

By Robert Robillard

Concord Massachusetts Driveway Snow Plowing 18 years Experience in Concord Reliable Insured References available Call for an estimate. Osban Barrera c# 617-892-3940 Concord Snow Plow  

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Kershaw Zing Knife

By Robert Robillard

 Kershaw Zing Knife designed by RJ Martin, Model # 1730SS When I think of an everyday carry knife I think of Kershaw.  More specifically I think of the Kershaw stainless steel, spring assisted knives. One of my favorites is the Kershaw Leek 1660 knife which I reviewed last year.  Awhile back the folks at Kershaw…

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Tin Ceilings

By Robert Robillard

Tin Ceilings are on a come back Tin ceilings were very popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s and graced many Victorian homes and stores in many areas of the United States. Tin ceiling tiles were also used to cover over unsightly plastered or damaged ceilings.Tin ceilings had an added benefit – they were…

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