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Contributing Editor Scott Arnold is the owner of Scott Arnold Remodeling LLC out of Waltham MA. Custom decks, fireplace makeovers, kitchens and bathrooms, Scott enjoys the frame to finish concept. Scott will share his perspective on tools as carpenter and remodeler here and on Toolboxbuzz.com
How-To Repair Exterior Cinderblock Walls with Stucco Since the early 19th century Stucco has been used to cover less appealing construction materials such as concrete, metal and cinder block. Designed for outside use, it wasn’t until late 19th century that builders started to use it on interior applications as well. Old decaying walls can really be…
Occidental Leather Pro Framer Tool Belt Review – Model 5080DB Since 1980 Occidental Leather has been the industry leader in hand crafting top quality tool belts. Using the only the best, extra thick, water-repellent leathers available to hand craft these tool belts, Occidental is often referred to as the Cadillac of the tool belt industry.…
DEWALT DW325PT 30° Paper Tape Framing Nailer Review At the DEWALT Experience 2015 in Charlotte NC we were introduced to the new DEWALT DW325PT Framing Nailer and the complete DEWALT pneumatic line. DEWALT unveiled a total of 11 new pneumatic tools from finish nailers, staplers to compact lightweight framing nailers. We got to test out these…
Win a Milwaukee M18 Jobsite Fan – Model 0886-20 ACC Editor Robert Robillard recently reviewed the M18 Jobsite Fan and was really impressed, so impressed that we are giving one away to a lucky newsletter subscriber. . From the 40ft distance of circulating air, all day run time, AC or DC power to the hanging…
Kreg Announces the K5MS System and the Kreg KTC55 Organizer At the beginning of August Kreg Tool Company announced the launch of two all new products: the Kreg System K5MS with KTC55 Organizer. Based out of Huxley, Iowa Kreg Tool Company manufactures a large variety of tools, accessories and equipment for woodworkers and DIY’ers. Kreg…
Are you the Electrician of the Year? Klein Tool is calling for nominations for the annual Klein Electrician of the Year Award. All US Electricians are eligible and will be judged based on three criteria: professionalism achievement, safety excellence and community dedication. Entries, including self nominations, will be excepted online at www.kleintools.com/eoy through August 31st. How…
Keen Utility Dallas Wellington Boot Review Keen recently sent me a pair of their Dallas Wellington Work Boots to review and evaluate. As a carpenter and remodeler spending 8-10 hours a day on my feet is not uncommon. I have gone through several pairs of boots, both geared towards indoors as well as outdoors with little…
Gerber MP1 Multi-Tool Review If we reviewed one multi-tool every day for a year, by the end of the year there would be 365 new versions to review. Maybe the Gerber MP1 Multi-Tool will be the only multi-tool I need and eliminate the other 364 reviews. Don’t worry, we will review more multi-tools – it’s…
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