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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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Door Replacement

By Robert Robillard

Replacing a Front Door:  It’s Never As EASY… As It First Appears!   BEFORE PHOTO The red door below is circa 1940. The bottom rail was cracked and the door did not close / seal well and was leaking air, a perfect candidate for a door replacement. The homeowners were replacing the old damaged oak…

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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 5 Inch Grinder 2780-21

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 5 Inch Grinder 2780-21 Review We recently took the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 5 Inch Grinder 2780-21 to the job-site to test and review – here is our thoughts: Initial Impression Milwaukee recently gave me a chance to try out their M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2″ / 5″ Grinder, Paddle Switch No-Lock Kit 2780-21. This…

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Custom Bookcases

By Robert Robillard

Custom Raised Panel Bookcase Adding custom bookcases to a room can be part of the original room construction finish carpentry plan or done later as a remodel or add on.  Not only do custom bookcases look great and add a focal point to a room they can also optimize your space. Custom Bookcase Design Many…

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Tongue And Dado Joint

By Robert Robillard

Tongue And Dado Cabinet Joint When building built in cabinets and bookcases I was taught to use a tongue and dado joint for the frames. A tongue and dado joint, pictured above, is a strong, sturdy  and simple joint to make on a table saw with a dado blade. Tongue And Dado Drawer Joints The…

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How To Install A Pet Door

By Robert Robillard

Endura Flap Pet Door Installation In a perfect world my two Labrador pups would let themselves in and out of the house as needed – and make their own dinner! Although we don’t live in a perfect world that doesn’t mean we don’t strive for greater efficiency and better solutions. My search for this led…

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Workshop Safety

By Robert Robillard

Workshop Safety Rules Woodworking can be a fun and enjoyable hobby, IF you follow some very basic and simple rules.   All workshop safety rules are based on common-sense, but failing to follow these rules will greatly increase the chance of injury when working with your tools. Stay safe!!! 1) Think Before You Cut The most…

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DEWALT 20V Oscillating Multi-Tool DCS355D1

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT 20V XR Lithium Ion Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit DEWALT recently released the DEWALT 20V Oscillating Multi-Tool DCS355D1 to compliment their 20 volt platform and Extreme Runtime [XR] tools. The exciting part of this and many of the more recent tool releases is that tool manufacturers are now making cordless tools that can compete with…

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Milwaukee M12 HAMMERVAC Universal Dust Extractor

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee M12™ HAMMERVAC™ Universal Dust Extractor Kit 2306-22 Review We recently had the opportunity to bring the Milwaukee M12 HAMMERVAC Universal Dust Extractor 2306-22 to the job-site to  review and test out.  Here’s what we think: Dust Extraction on the Job-site Tool companies are trying more and more to bring easier-to-use and more effective dust…

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