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Robert Robillard

Carpenter / Remodeler / Editor

Rob Robillard is “The Concord Carpenter” Rob is a builder, general contractor, carpenter, woodworker, and editor of Concord Carpenter As a General Contractor and carpenter, Rob owns and operates Concord Carpenter LLC. A full-service remodeling and construction company. Rob is a recognized leader in home building best practices and a source for how-to information for building professionals. On this website, Rob covers all aspects of home construction, building science, home improvement, woodworking, remodeling, and some of the best product and tool reviews. Rob is in charge of our Tool and Product Review series - Concord Carpenter Videos where we post all of our tool reviews and video tutorials. Rob approaches remodeling and building construction with a pragmatic and problem-solving approach. He enjoys using his knowledge and experience to help and educate building professionals as well as DIYers on best practices in the construction and remodeling industry. He's a strong advocate for "raising the bar" in the construction trades and promoting the trades to youth. #BeAMentor #Green2Great Craftsmanship, quality, and pride guide his journey on this channel The Concord Carpenter's motto: "Well done is better than well said!" : Read more about Rob

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LAVA Infrared Radiant Heating Panels

By Robert Robillard

LAVA Infrared Radiant Heating Panels Remember space heaters? Some of you may still use them in your home. If your heating bill were sky high, you would probably lower your thermostat and then bring out the old and heavy space heater, which will only provide you with little warmth. Unfortunately, not only will it create…

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Installing Chair Rail Trim Question

By Robert Robillard

Chair Rail Molding Installation: Dear Concord Carpenter, I have a question on installing chair rail trim. We have a formal dining room that I would like to install chair rail trim to the walls.  I’ve been  looking at molding styles and decided on a two piece, painted,  chair rail.  the top will be a 3/4″ x…

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WarmlyYours TempZone Cut & Turn Twin Conductor Heat Mat

By Robert Robillard

Easy Floor Heating InstallationTempZone™ Cut & Turn Roll now in Twin Conductor WarmlyYours Radiant Heating, makers of energy-efficient radiant electric TempZone Twin connectorheating solutions have a new product . It’s a twin conductor line for their TempZone heating mats. Warmy Yours is well known for having the hottest producing radiant heat mats in the industry (utilizing a…

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Bosch MX30E Oscillating Multi Tool

By Robert Robillard

Bosch’s NEW Multi-X™ MX30E Oscillating Tool With Tool Less Blade Change Technology The Bosch MX30E  Oscillating Tool, was just realeased with even more features than it’s predecessor.  Multitools have recently proven themselves in the field for a wide array of cutting, grinding, scraping, and sanding applications, the Bosch MX30E is Oscillating tool is interesting to say the least.…

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Mr Heaters HERO Cordless Job Site Heater Review

By Robert Robillard

Mr. Heater’s 35,000 BTU Forced Air HERO Cordless Job Site Heater Review: Mr. Heater recently launched a cordless job site heater called the HERO and recently sent me one to evaluate and review. The HERO is a cordless job site heater that produces forced hot air and is fueled by a propane tank. The HERO…

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Custom Computer Desk With Rockler I-Semble System

By Robert Robillard

Making a custom computer desk with Rockler I-Semble System is a simple do-it-yourself project: Rockler recently sent me some I-Semble Shelf Blocks to review.  These brackets sat on my workbench for a few days before the creative juices hit me and I realized that the solution to a problem of mine was right in front of me.  I…

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Lally Lock Structural Column

By Robert Robillard

Lally Lock Structural Lally Column Offers Code Compliance and Adjustability I recently had the opportunity to install a fairly new and innovative type of structural column.  The folks at Lally Lock sent me some columns to review. The column is called the Lally Lock System and it is made by Dean Column Co., Inc.Dean Column Co.,…

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Preventing Pipe Clamp Stains

By Robert Robillard

Prevent stains on wood from black pipe clamps   Dear Concord Carpenter, I recently tried your “pipe clamp extension clamp” on a project and it worked great!!  Thank you for taking the time to post that tip and video. I have another questions for you.  How can I prevent the wood that I am clamping…

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