DEWALT 20 Volt Brushless Impact Driver

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT 20 Volt MAX 1/4-inch Impact Drivers (DCF895C2, DCF895L2 and DCF895B)   DEWALT just announced they are releasing three new 1/4-inch Brushless Impact Drivers.  This is a first-ever for DEWALT.  At 3.6 pounds and 5-1/4″ in length this new driver looks very similar to it’s 20 Volt older sibling but as DEWALT Product Manager Jeremy Torok says “We like…

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Rockler One-Touch Lift Mechanism

By Robert Robillard

ROCKLER  ONE-TOUCH LIFT MECHANISM EASILY MOVES YOUR SHOP TABLES AND TOOLS Rocker  recently released a very cool Lever-Action Lift called, the Rockler One-Touch Lift Mechanism.  This mechanism can be used to make mobile bases or attached to shop furniture.  For a small shop this is a game changer.    Now you can move your heavy shop…

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Planning A Remodel

By Robert Robillard

Remodeling Tips to Avoid Problems Planning a remodel is often not taken seriously. Old houses are notorious for often having obsolete systems and failing, sometimes unsafe structural components, lacking insulation or energy efficient system. To the trained eye an old house renovation is an opportunity to restore old life to a home but to others…

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Infinity Towel Warmer WINNER!

By Robert Robillard

Thanks to  Infinity Towel Warmer for their generous giveaway, we had a great turnout!   Newsletter subscriber Denilee Ruth from Littleton, MA won. The Infinity Towel Warmer is has a super nice stainless steel finish and 10 sleek bars to hang towels on.  Included is a control timer and hidden wiring mounts allow for easy single stud installation.     Available…

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Hands Free Level

By Robert Robillard

Workshop Tip:  Using A Clamp To Hold A Level In Place: . I mostly work alone. If you’re a solo carpenter it behooves you to take the time to think about tips, techniques and methods of work that will not only help you accomplish your job, but save you time and money. One such tip…

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Installing a New Roof

By Robert Robillard

Image: roofing.owenscorning.com What To Look For When Installing a New Roof As a carpenter I have done my fair share of Installing a New Roof. As I find myself getting older, I try to avoid it by working smarter not harder. Unless I’m roofing a small addition, I prefer to refer roofing projects to one…

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Smart Technology for the Smart Home

By Robert Robillard

advance technology that can controll your home controls with a push of a button.

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WIN An WarmlyYours Infinity Towel Warmer

By Robert Robillard

  Electric Towel Warmers & Heated Towel Racks The folks at WarmlyYours are offering one of my weekly Newsletter subscribers a chance to win one of their very cool Infinity Towel Warmer, units, they promise that you’ll love your new towel heater. Just think about those cold morning when you step out of the shower…

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