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Sense Energy Monitor Review Smart homes run on smart devices powered by electricity. Perhaps the smartest smart device in my home is the Sense Home Energy Monitor. I have had a Sense energy monitor installed and running in my home for several month now and it has given me fantastic insight into the energy consumption…
Rockler Double-Ended Contour Sanding Grips I want to share with you a cool tool that I recently grabbed that I wish I had bought these years ago! They’re called profile or contour sanding grips. To me, sanding is a necessary evil. I don’t know anyone who enjoys sanding. My carpenter friend George always reminds me to…
Walls Ditch Digger and “Kick It”Stretch Pants Review Article by Ralph Mroz What’s one tool that you use every day, all day long? Your pants. Jackets, sweatshirts, and even t-shirts may come off during the day, but your pants stay on (at least I hope they do if you’re doing residential work!) This article is about…
Craftsman VersaStack AC/DC Radio and Charger Review The Craftsman VersaStack Connect Radio and Charger contains a great deal of power in a unique design. The Connect Radio sounds fantastic, it allows for multiple audio sources, and it is durable enough for most job sites. I would highly recommend it for those that demand quality audio on…
Gearwrench 3/8’ Flex Head Electronic Torque Wrench Model 85078 Review In recent years I’ve elected to DIY as much of my own car maintenance as possible. With the addition of a small compact tractor to those responsibilities, the list of routine maintenance tasks is ever growing. One item in my toolbox that was sorely missing was…
Napoleon Gas Fireplace Inserts When purchasing a gas insert, consumers want a reliable option that delivers on both performance and aesthetics. Designed with consumer interests in mind on aesthetics and heat output, as well as the dealer and installer with design functionality, easy to install, reliable and easy to service, Napoleon is pleased to announce…
Using a Radius Plane to Ease Sharp Edges In woodworking and Carpentry In the 25-years that I’ve been a carpenter I’ve always likes using hand planes. My most-used hand plane has always been my 60-degree low angle plane, which I use for easing edges and fitting parts. How Do You Ease Your Edges? So I…
Hydronic Radiator Slant Fin Elements Facing Wrong Direction Over the years I’ve had folks reach out to me complaining that they have rooms that do not heat up well. The solutions all varied; including zone valves, circulator pumps, relays, and whether the thermostat is working properly. Sometimes as simple as a battery needs replacing. Slant Fin…
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