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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
CPSC Approves New Mandatory Standard for Toddler Beds The new federal standard builds upon the ASTM voluntary standard for toddler beds (F1821-09) and adds additional protections to prevent injuries to children. The new federal standard requires the following: The upper edge of the guardrail must be at least five inches above the toddler bed’s mattress.…
Delta Dust Collector 50-786 Reducing workshop dust can lower health risks, increase safety and overall cleanliness of your workshop environment. Adding a wood-shop dust collector is one way you can address work-shop dust. Buying the correct and properly sized dust collector for your shop is essential to ensuring healthy breathing air while enjoying your projects. All…
Deck Inspection and Maintenance Homeowners across the country have slowly migrated from the comfort of their couches to the splendor of the sunshine. What better place to enjoy the outdoors than your deck. But is your deck prepared for the summer season? Deck Maintenance is a huge concern in my world. With more than…
Kawasaki Motor Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard Name of Product: Gasoline-Powered Backpack Blowers Units: About 3,400 in the United States and 100 in Canada Importer: Kawasaki Motor Corp. U.S. A., of Irvine, Calif. Hazard: The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries…
Milwaukee Rotary Tool with Unmatched Power, Performance & Run-time Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation continues to add more and more tools to their M12™ LITHIUM-ION tool line. this time they are adding a M12™ Rotary Tool. The Milwaukee M12™ Rotary tool is designed to provide a compact, close quarter portable cut-off and grinding solution. Traditionally cordless tools of this type…
Follow The Drinking Gourd I’m happy to report that the Robbins House (circa 1830), built and inhabited by the descendants of Revolutionary War veteran and former Concord slavery survivor Caesar Robbins, was saved from demolition today and will soon be returned close to its original site across from The North Bridge and Old Manse. The Robbins…
Duo-Fast Cordless Roofing Nailer ~ Father’s Day Giveaway For the dads in this country, Father’s Day typically means ties and socks. Once every five years or so, we jump for joy when we see a box big enough to contain something we might actually need around the house. Unfortunately, the wrapping paper often hides within…
Solar Street Lighting as a Solution The Town of Concord Massachusetts, my home town, is in the process of removing street lights in an effort to reduce the lighting portion of the Town budget. Street lighting is funded by the tax payers through the general fund. The plan calls for a 43% budget reduction in…
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