Fast, Cheap, Good: Pick Two

By Robert Robillard

  Fast, Cheap, Good: Project Triangle Understanding the cost x quality x time priority of a process or project is very important both as a consumer and as a contractor or anyone who works on projects. It really doesn’t matter what line of business you’re in from food service to construction – customers all want…

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Precast Concrete Wall Systems

By Robert Robillard

Xi Plus™Precast Concrete Wall Systems Introduced by Superior Walls® Precast concrete wall systems feature superior strength and insulation for the creation of dry, warm and energy-efficient foundations andcan be custom-made for the exact needs of each project. Precast concrete wall systems use 70 percent less concrete in a new home than conventional foundations. Superior Walls® building on…

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Porter Cable Right Angle Drill Giveaway

By Robert Robillard

WIN a Porter Cable PCC520B  18 Volt Cordless Close Quarters Drill Porter Cable Right Angle Drill Giveaway: The folks at Porter Cable are offering one of Newsletter subscribers the opportunity to win their 18 Volt PCC520B  Cordless Right Angle Drill, a $190.00 value . This drill has a compact, lightweight, well balanced and unique design.  A 3/8″ sleeve chuck and variable speed and…

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Master Mechanics Swift Driver

By Robert Robillard

Master Mechanic Driver Tool – Swift Driver  The folks at Master Mechanics recently came out with a new version of the time tested screw driver.  It’s called the Swift Driver.  We’ve all seen the ratcheting drivers that use a gear and pawl mechanism but the Swift Driver has a different action to it. The user…

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10 Exterior House Upgrade Projects

By Robert Robillard

One-Hour Exterior Home Upgrade Projects Short on time, but looking to make a big change on the outside of your home? Try looking at Fypon products.   Fypon has a variety of one-hour “out-of-the-box-and-onto-the-home” products that can help add curb appeal to your home’s exterior. Constructed of durable urethane, Fypon® products are lightweight and easy to…

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PortaMate Universal Tool Base PM1000 Review

By Robert Robillard

HTC PortaMate PM1000 Universal Mobile Base The folks at HTC recently sent me their Port-A-Mate PM-1000 adjustable mobile base, to evaluate and review. Mobile tool bases are ideal for moving, storing or servicing larger tools in your workshop.  I have a small work shop and for me having all of my woodworking tools on mobile bases…

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Installing Hardwood Flooring

By Robert Robillard

How To Install Cherry Hardwood Flooring If you’re like most people you probably love the look and charm of a hardwood floor. Hardwood floors never go out of fashion and can add real value to your home. I have hardwood flooring in every room in my house and I love it. Hardwood floors are durable…

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SENCO Auto-Feed Screw Driving System

By Robert Robillard

Senco Auto-Feed Screw Driving System Featuring DuraSpin: Senco, recently introducted two new corded auto-feed screwdriver systems featuring DuraSpin technology: the DS325AC and the DS340AC. Designed for the Pro who is looking for a solution to save time and backbreaking labor when dealing with high volume screw fastening applications. The Senco Auto-Feed Screw Driving Systems includes a Senco screwdriver, an industrial grade aluminum auto-feed…

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