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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
My Favorite Tree? The Sitting Tree My favorite tree, the sitting tree, is on the Island of Martha’s Vineyard in West Tisbury. It is located the intersection of State Road and North Road across the street from the former Humphrey’s Bakery. This tree, a white oak (Quercus Alba), has been called ‘the great oak’ and…
The folks over at Channellock are offering a 14% Valentines discount on their Channellock tool roll. There’s nothing like having your favorite pliers handy. The tool roll is selling for $75.00. Use code VDAYTR4 at checkout. Check them out… The Tool roll includes: 430® tongue & groove plier, 420® tongue & groove plier, 337 cutting plier, 3017 long nose…
RIDGID® 18 V Lithium-Ion 15 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer – R250AF18 Review The folks at Ridgid recently sent me their RIDGID® 18V lithium-Ion 15 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer to evaluate and review. This cordless angled finish nailer has a sleek design and lightweight style, the nailer powers through up to 500 nails per charge from its 1.5 amp…
Every week I give a tool or accessory to a lucky email subscriber. This weeks winner is Roy McBride from Port Lavaca, TX 77979. Congrats Roy you win a Drill DoctorSB from Darex. This tool lives up to the saying “it will pay for itself.” In today’s disposable society we have grown accustomed to throwing away many…
Paslode® Self-Sealing Furring Nail Provides A Watertight Seal Paslosde Self-Sealing Nail Improves Moisture Management On Stucco Walls Paslode has made another major advancement in the design and performance of a residential building fastener. Their new Paslode Self-Sealing Furring Nail for three-coat stucco exterior speeds up the installation process and seals watertight to help prevent water…
A Concrete Makeover with Quikrete Concrete Resurfacer While replacing a concrete driveway, sidewalk or patio can be a costly prospect, resurfacing damaged concrete is a cost-effective repair that won’t break the bank. When revitalizing old, worn or spalled concrete, the use of certain patching or repair products, such as Quikrete Concrete Resurfacer, can provide a…
A New Day For DELTA® Delta Power Equipment Corporation Closes Deal with Stanley Black & Decker (Anderson, SC, February 7, 2011) – Delta Power Equipment Corporation announced today that its deal to purchase the DELTA® brand of woodworking equipment and machinery from Stanley Black & Decker closed on Friday, February 4, 2011 as expected. A wholly-owned…
Leviton Renu Collection Is Full Of Color Leviton’s new line of electrical switches, outlets and wall plates allows homeowners to change out colorful faces in a snap Leviton has introduced Leviton Renu, a new collection of electrical wiring devices, including switches, outlets, dimmers and wall plates, which feature easily changeable face-plates that are available in 20…
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