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Installing A Wall Hung Custom Radiator Cover This hidden and out of the way stairwell provides a second way to access the rear of the house and bedrooms. The stairwell is in the house of one of clients who is also a follower of this blog. The homeowner wanted to cover the radiator. In previous…
Fluting Jig and Edge Guide I recently got my hands on this Eagle America Fluting Jig and Edge Guide. This jig allows you to route straight and accurate flutes and dado’s on any straight, curved or arched board quickly and easily. This jig came with everything needed except the router. Jigs like these are…
Photo: creatingyourspace.com Laminate Floor Shopping Guide If you are thinking of renovating your home, or even just a room or two, odds are that you will be changing up the look of your floor. In fact, putting in a different floor can transform the look of a room, giving it new energy and a completely…
Installing Door and Window Trim One common problem when trimming a window or door is the jamb of the door or window does not come out flush with the interior wall. This causes the trim to rock. Below is a simple tip for installing door casing. In many of these cases it is necessary to…
Do you use check lists in your profession? A few weeks ago I was listening to Harvard Medical School, Surgeon Atil Gawande talk about his book The Checklist Manifesto on National Public Radio. Dr. Gawande discussed the complexities of surgery and how many things there are to keep in one’s head and remember. He…
BAYCO LED Task-light Model #2166 I recently had a chance to review a BAYCO Rechargeable Task-light from BAYCO Products. Since receiving this light I have used it a dozen or so times. Video review: Model #2166 Features: Broad beam floodlight fits into tight places Soft-beam flashlight for close-in illumination 35,000 hour LED life Ergonomic shape is comfortable…
Construction Supervisor License Requirements Governor Deval Patrick recently signed into legislation a bill that would require licensed contractors to take continuing education courses in order to be able to renew their licenses. The legislation will enable the state Board of Building Regulations and Standards to develop the requirements and educational courses that will be necessary…
Ripping With A Circular Saw A circular saw straight rip guide is useful for cutting long sheets of plywood when there is no table saw available or when cross cutting. The best way to do this is with a track saw [Read Track Saw Comparisons] but if your starting out you may not be able to…
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