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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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WarmlyYours Heating for Concrete Floors

By Robert Robillard

WarmlyYours Provides Heating for Concrete Floors Make Sunrooms, Patios, Basements and Garages Year-Round Comfort Zones with Concrete Floor Heating from WarmlyYours.com. Spice Up Cold Concrete Floors with Energy-Efficient Radiant Heat Any room can be a comfy room year-round—even a room that is more susceptible to cooling seasonal temperatures. All you need is  to turn any…

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The VIKA 2 in 1 Workbench

By Robert Robillard

              The VIKA TwofoldWorkbench And Scaffold The The VIKA 2 in 1 Workbench is a portable, collapsible scaffold and work bench that can be used for everything from painting and decorating, to light construction and remodeling, to small home repairs. The VIKA 2 in 1 Workbench, also called the Vika…

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Bostitch Cordless Framing Nailer

By Robert Robillard

Bostitch® has released the world’s first cordless 28° wire-weld framing nailer kit – model GF28WW. The Bostitch Cordless Framing Nailer also touts the ability to drive wire-weld clipped head nails without any conversion required. Its lightweight design (only 7.7 pounds), combined with an over-molded grip, works with the user to offer maximum comfort and minimize fatigue…

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3 Tips To Grow Your Business

By Robert Robillard

3 Tips For Growing Your Business Every once in awhile you need to sit down and re-evaluate whether your doing enough to bring in business.   Here are 3 Tips To Grow Your Business that I use: Referrals: The best way you can generate leads is REFERRALS! Word of mouth and reputation is crucial. A good referral…

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Using Bleach To Remove Mold

By Robert Robillard

Removing Mold Exposure to high mold spore levels can cause the development of an allergy to mold. People can react negatively to mold whether it is living or dead.  Care should be taken to minimize exposure to and reduce mold in and around the house.  There is a common misconception that Using Bleach To Remove…

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BORA Clamp Edge Tool Guide

By Robert Robillard

BORA Clamp Edge Tool Guide Review As a carpenter and woodworker I am always reaching for a straight edge and two clamps to cut large plywood stock into smaller more manageable sizes to then rip on my table saw. The Bora Clamp Edge makes for a super quick and easy rip guide for cutting with…

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Paslode T250A 16 Gauge Finish Nailer

By Robert Robillard

Paslode T250A 16 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer Review Paslode has a great reputation for cordless and pneumatic nailers. They recently send me one of their Paslode T250A-F16 16-gauge angled finish nailer to review. This pneumatic finish nailer is the only angled finish nailer on the market and has been touted to be smaller and lighter…

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How to Choose Sandpaper

By Robert Robillard

Using The Right Sandpaper Image: Source Using the right sandpaper is the key to a successful project   To me, sanding is a necessary evil. I don’t know anyone who enjoys sanding.  My carpenter friend George always reminds me to use good sandpaper and change it often, he says, “sandpaper is cheap, labor is expensive.” …

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