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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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Stiletto Titanium Hammer

By Robert Robillard

Stiletto FH10-C 10-Ounce Titanium Finish Hammer Review As I get older I continually look for products and tools that will make my work more efficient, easier, better quality and hurt my body LESS! I recently had the opportunity to use a Stiletto lightweight 10-ounce titanium finish hammer on the job site.  This finish hammer has…

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Paslode Engineered Lumber Nails

By Robert Robillard

Paslode Nails When framing or remodeling probably the toughest nailing application has always been fastening LVL or engineered lumber together to make headers and beams.   Many times during these fastening applications I have to pull out my hammer and sink  a nail into the beam – this slows the process down. Paslode Engineered Lumber Nails…

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Channellock Code Blue 13 Tip Ratcheting Screwdrivers

By Robert Robillard

Channellock Ratcheting Screwdrivers I recently had the chance to test the new Channellock Code Blue 13 Tip Ratcheting Screwdrivers I used to carry a 4 in 1 screw driver in my tool bag and the Channellock  13 in 1 driver has moved in and is now living there…. I love it. A cap at the…

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Milwaukee Hand Tools

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee Hand Tools This Summer while at Milwaukee’s media event I got a sneak preview of of the new Milwaukee Hand Tools line up – up till now these tools were “Embargoed” and I was unable to share any information with you. This is Milwaukee’s second round of hand-tools and in my opinion they did a…

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Kitchen Cabinet Sizes

By Robert Robillard

Become Familiar with Kitchen Cabinet Sizes The informed consumer makes the best decisions, and when you are remodeling and redesigning your kitchen you should be familiar with the multiple aspects of your kitchen. It can be very overwhelming, trust me, I know, but researching the available and standard sizes in cabinetry will help you plan…

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Basement Insulation

By Robert Robillard

  Basement Insulation And Vapor Barriers       Dear Concord Carpenter, I’m refinishing my basement and am at the step where I start insulating the walls. The walls are 1/2 below ground, with field stone being the section underground and cinder block above ground. I framed 2×4 studs a few inches from the wall…

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Bosch Power Tool 1st Responder Promotion

By Robert Robillard

Bosch is remembering the 10th anniversary of the September 11th terroist attacks by honoring the courageous work of our Firefighters, Police Officers and EMTs acrtoss the country. During the week of September 6th to the 9th, 2011, Bosch will provide every firefighter, police officer or EMT with a valid ID with free labor on one tool repair or…

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DEWALT DWS780 12-Inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT  12” Sliding Compound Miter Saw DWS780 Would it be nice to have a miter saw that was designed to be precise and accurate enough for fine woodworking, yet durable enough for framing and deck building?  The new DeWALT DWS780 is just that saw. It was designed for a variety of trades including cabinetmakers, trim…

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