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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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Black & Decker RapidRoller Paint Roller Giveaway!

By Robert Robillard

My friend Stuart at ToolGuyd has a great DIY giveaway this week. To enter, simply leave a comment on his site telling him what you would use the RapidRoller for.  This is the perfect tool for interior wall and ceiling painting! Black & Decker RapidRoller Paint Roller Details: Exclusive 3-Position Pivoting Roller Frame For Straight…

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Woodworking Glue Jig

By Robert Robillard

Pipe Clamp Holder Many time when clamping edge nosing’s on shelves I end up fighting the pipe clamps.  They are either rolling over, sliding away or difficult to adjust under the boards. A simple set of pipe clamp holders solves this issue.  The holders hole the clamps in one position and a few inches off…

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Hanging Curtain Rods Dust Free

By Robert Robillard

Collect Dust When Installing Curtain Rods: The most time consuming part of hanging curtain is the measuring.  The second most time consuming part is cleaning up the plaster or drywall dust after drilling holes in the wall. Hanging Curtain Rods Dust Free Here’s a super easy, super fast tip for hanging curtain rods dust free,…

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Finishing A Basement Ceiling

By Robert Robillard

Basement Ceiling Recommendation: Dear Concord Carpenter, I’ve been working on finishing our basement for a while now and we are ready to make some decisions about the ceiling. What would you recommend? Height is very limited, there are exposed floor joists running across the finished area and exposed flooring nails coming through the sub floor…

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PORTER-CABLE 4-½ Inch Angle Grinders

By Robert Robillard

PORTER-CABLE 4-½ Inch Angle Grinders Preview PORTER-CABLE  recently launch two new 4-½ inch Small Angle Grinders (PC60TCTAG and PC60TAG). Both the PC60TAG and the PC60TCTAG come with a 6 amp motor [11,000 RPB] have a tool-less guard adjustment and weigh 4.1 lbs. I liked the comfortable grip and a three handle position which allowed me to…

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Bosch Oscillating Multi Tool Blades

By Robert Robillard

Bosch titanium coated blades increase life of oscillating cutting blades   I own and use a multi-tool on the job site, for cutting applications, and I can honestly say “what did I do before this came out?”  Multi-tools are great but my biggest pet peeve is the life to cost ratio.  Multi-tool blades are expensive…

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Removing Table Saw Rust

By Robert Robillard

Cleaning Rust Off Delta Table Saw   DEAR CONCORD CARPENTER, I bought and Delta contractor saw at a yard sale.  It has all of its parts and accessories and runs  great.  My only problem is the table is covered with rust.  What is the best way to clean it up? thanks, Scott DEAR SCOTT, As long…

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Pipe Clamp Extensions

By Robert Robillard

Clamping Large Items: Using Pipe Clamps I often find myself needing to clamp large items such as face frames of bookcase counter edge nosings.  Unless your Norm Abrams and you have a plethora of various size pipe clamps and a ton of space to store them you often find the need to improvise.  That’s why…

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