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Recently my friend and co-worker George Gussler had to install twenty molly bolts in a plaster wall. The molly bolts were to hold up heavy artwork and the home where the art was going in was furnished. In order to avoid making a dusty mess George came up with this innovative and dust free drilling…
Fence post and column level On a recent porch rehab project I had to replace the two bottom newel post. If you ever had to replace a porch newel post or set a new mail box post or column you know that you need three hands and two levels! columns, newels and mailbox posts…
DEWALT 1-3/4″ SDS Max Combination Hammer Kit D25602 with SHOCKS® & CTC® Recently I visited DEWALT’s testing and training facility in Maryland: the Black and Decker University – a very interesting place for anyone who likes tools! While there I had the opportunity to meet Jeff Beck, Product Manager for rotary and demolition hammer drills. I…
Recently my friend Todd at Home Construction Improvement wrote an article about how to build stairs. He recently put together a sweet Excel spreadsheet that helps you quickly calculate the total number of risers, riser height and tread run for stairs. You can download the FREE Stair Calculator here. All I ask is that you…
Revolutionary SDS-plus Masonry Drill Bits Feature Tip with Twice the Carbide for Longer Life and Durability HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. [November 17, 2010] — Rebar-reinforced concrete is found on most jobsites in North America, and professional tradesmen are often frustrated by damaged or broken masonry drill bits that result from hitting rebar while drilling in concrete –…
The Pulverizer Multi-Purpose Concrete & Demolition Tool Review The Pulverizer is a hand held solution for heavy-duty demolition projects for professionals, concrete form contractors and DIYers Jackson®, an Ames True Temper® brand and a leading manufacturer of non-powered, industrial-strength digging, striking and material handling products, recently sent me a Pulverizer to review. First Impression: The Pulverizer…
Decking and Trim Fastening When nailing trim and decking, siding, or fencing precision in the fastening is best achieved thru hand nailing or screwing. Production Fastening with a Coil Nailer When doing production work, nothing is faster than using a pneumatic nailer with a depth of drive setting. I’ve said this before that time saved is money…
Name of Product: Honda and Mantis Mini Tillers Units: About 6,150 Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co., of Torrance, Calif. Hazard: A rubber grommet that is part of the engine’s fuel tank may crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: The recalled mini tillers have Honda GX25 mini four-stroke engines and…
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