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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 and ToolBoxBuzz 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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Rustic Cabinet Doors

By Robert Robillard

Building Rustic Looking Cabinet Doors . . .  on a Budget I was recently contacted through my website ConcordCarpenter.com, with an email that started something like this, “Can you make me rustic looking cabinet doors quickly, cheaply but built real well?” Fishing, Shipping, a Love Story and of course Beer! While I would normally run…

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Sealing Granite Counters

By Robert Robillard

Sealing Granite Counter Tops Sealing granite counters is important because contrary to popular belief granite is porous. Applying a high quality sealer helps block liquids [stains] from seeping into the granite.  It does this by absorbing into the pores of the stone. Stains and discolorations often develop on granite from red wine, certain juices, cooking…

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Removing A Cantilevered Balcony

By Robert Robillard

Removing A Balcony And Installing A Railing The second floor balcony on front of this house has been leaking into the garage ceiling below for some time. After going back and forth on whether to repair the leak it was decided to remove the balcony and install a railing across the doorway. We staged the…

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How to Install Speaker Wire Behind Crown Molding

By Robert Robillard

  Hiding Speaker Wire Behind Crown Molding A client of mine asked for me to install crown molding in his living room. We always buy the moldings we install at Anderson McQuiad, a local mill shop.  All the moldings are made on site and always have very sharp, detailed profiles.  This particular molding is made…

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Milwaukee 10-1000V Dual Range Voltage Detector 2203-20

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee 10-1000V Voltage Detector, model # 2203-20 Milwaukee is constantly trying to improve productivity and provide problem solving, innovation on the job site, this means knowing the user and understanding their process on the job site.   Milwaukee recently achieved this in their new and improved voltage detector, the Milwaukee 10-1000V Dual Range Voltage Detector 2203-20,…

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What Homeowners Should Know about CNG

By Robert Robillard

The process of switching to natural gas With the price of electricity still on the rise, homeowners have been encouraged to look at options beyond regular natural gas. There are many ways that homeowners can potentially conserve energy, and while the ideal energy solution would be a solar panel or wind turbine installed in every…

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Air Compressor Maintenance

By Robert Robillard

Air Compressor Maintenance tips: Most problems with air compressors  are a result of normal wear and tear to rubber components due to high usage, lack of lubrication or dirt or water that entering the tool via the air lines  and damaging the internal components. Air Ccompressor Maintenance Routine maintenance procedures consisting of the breakdown, cleaning and installation…

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Washing Cedar Clapboards

By Robert Robillard

How To Wash House Siding The two reasons to wash the exterior of your house are the siding is dirty and looks crappy or you are preparing for the application of paint.   Washing of cedar clapboards prior to painting is not only part of the prep process but a best practice. Paint Failure: According to…

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