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Auxiliary Table Saw Or Sacrificial Fence When I say Table Saw Auxiliary Fence or sacrificial fence I mean a wood fence that I can run a saw blade up against without damage and easily change out when I cut into it. An Table Saw Auxiliary Fence is incredibly valuable. It protects the facing of your table…
Dumpster Bags: I’m always asking myself the same question with left over remodeling materials or with old items I remove from houses. What to do with items you don’t need or want? Should I save it or is it more beneficial to scale down on the amount of “STUFF.” My friends over at GREENBAGPICKUP.COM, a local company, are committed…
DaVinci Roofing Products When contractor Rob Fanjoy moved into his home in northern Maine, he knew the roof would be the first thing that needed replacing. It was an old asphalt shingle roof that was failing badly. Despite being in place less than 15 years, the shingles were curling, crumbling and cracking. Plus they were…
Mold Smell Dear Concord Carpenter, Our bathroom is only a few years old. These past few months we have noticed a strong mold like smell. We have a shower stall, a tub, sink and toilet in this bathroom. The tub is rarely used and is super clean, all other fixtures are used and cleaned regularly.…
DEWALT 20 Volt Lithium-Ion Compact Drill Driver , Model DCD780C2 The folks at DEWALT are giving away a 20 Volt compact drill driver to one of my readers. The winner will be announced in time for and be able to receive this tool just in time for the Christmas holiday. I plan on reviewing this tool…
The WINNER of the PORTER-CABLE PCL180CDK-2 drill / driver is Suzanne Beck from Latham NY. Suzanne will receive this drill in time for the Christmas holiday. Congratulations Suzanne this drill will provide you the power and longevity you will need for years and years of reliable and durable use. The PORTER-CABLE PCL180CDK-2 Features: High-torque 18-volt…
Reglaze vs. remodeling? I’m a huge fan of saving old, antique bathroom fixtures. A few weeks ago I attended the 2011 Boston Home show and spoke to Stephen Verbeek from Talon Reglaze about re-glazing vs. remodeling. According to Steve you can save 80% from re-glazing a tub and tile surrounds when comparing that to the…
Paslode Cordless Fastening Tool Maintenance You know how much I like fuel-powered cordless nailers; I use them all the time now. They are fast and easy to set up – just load in fuel, battery and nails and you’re good to go. No need to lug in and set up a compressor. I also know…
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