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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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Jet-Tac Tack Strip Epoxy

By Robert Robillard

Duo-Fast® Jet-Tac™ Tack Strip Epoxy for adhering to concrete or wood:  For Carpet Installations Duo-Fast® Floor Fastening Systems , a leader in carpet and flooring installation tools for more than 40 years, is introducing Jet-Tac Tack Strip Epoxy , a quick-set epoxy that is ideal for tack strip installation on concrete or wood. What is Jet-Tac…

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Bio-Orb Tumbling Composter

By Robert Robillard

Composting Made Easy: If you have potted plants, trees, shrubs, or any sort of flower or vegetable garden, adding compost can add natural organic nutrients to the soil without having to pay for expensive chemical fertilizers. It’s a must if your growing an organic garden. Composting also reduces your carbon footprint by reducing the amount of garbage…

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Winner Of Weekly Tool Giveaway 12/7

By Robert Robillard

Weekly Tool Giveaway Winner Each week one lucky person will win a tool or accessory from one of the tool companies featured on my giveaway tab. Please take a moment to visit their site and make some recommendations for tool giveaways. This week’s winner of my weekly tool and accessory giveaway is Ed Bourassa from…

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Replacing An Exterior Stair Post

By Robert Robillard

Replacing a rotted stair or newel post Replacing a rotted stair or newel post means temporarily removing the railing as well as of the decking on the bottom step. On this particular project the newel posts rotted and were no longer strong enough to support peoples weight.  [e.g. 200 lbs of force] Replacing An Exterior…

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Bosch GPL5C 5-Beam Laser

By Robert Robillard

Bosch GPL5C 5-Beam Point Alignment Laser The folks over at Bosch recently sent me their Bosch GPL5C 5-Beam Laser to review. The Bosch GPL5C Five Point & Line Laser Combination features cross point reference lines. It has a range of 100 feet and is designed to provide easy single-set up track alignment on both floor and ceiling,…

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Mahogany Post Cap

By Robert Robillard

Handsome wood post caps capture the design sophistication and attention to detail that exemplifies classic American architecture.   A simple search on local and Internet wood deck suppliers easily come up with over 100 different styles of decorative post caps for wooden posts. Most  post caps are available in several of types of wood including…

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Cabinet Lock Latches Recall

By Robert Robillard

The First Years® Recalls American Red Cross® Cabinet Swing Locks; Latches Can Fail to Prevent Access by Children The First Years is voluntarily recalling approximately 41,300 American Red Cross Cabinet Swing Locks, which are mounted on cabinet doors or drawers to help prevent young children from gaining access to contents, which may pose a potential…

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Remodeling Cost Vs. Value Report

By Robert Robillard

2010-11 Remodeling Cost Vs. Value Report   The 2010-2011 Remodeling Cost Vs Value Report is out.  Below is a summary of the most important information.  Basically I was interested in seeing what gives my clients the best return on investment [ROI].  You can read the entire report here. Replacement projects have been king these past…

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