Hanging Curtain Rods Dust Free

By Robert Robillard

Collect Dust When Installing Curtain Rods: The most time consuming part of hanging curtain is the measuring.  The second most time consuming part is cleaning up the plaster or drywall dust after drilling holes in the wall. Hanging Curtain Rods Dust Free Here’s a super easy, super fast tip for hanging curtain rods dust free,…

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Removing Table Saw Rust

By Robert Robillard

Cleaning Rust Off Delta Table Saw   DEAR CONCORD CARPENTER, I bought and Delta contractor saw at a yard sale.  It has all of its parts and accessories and runs  great.  My only problem is the table is covered with rust.  What is the best way to clean it up? thanks, Scott DEAR SCOTT, As long…

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Pipe Clamp Extensions

By Robert Robillard

Clamping Large Items: Using Pipe Clamps I often find myself needing to clamp large items such as face frames of bookcase counter edge nosings.  Unless your Norm Abrams and you have a plethora of various size pipe clamps and a ton of space to store them you often find the need to improvise.  That’s why…

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Eagle America Spline Jig

By Robert Robillard

Eagle America recently came out with a Spline Jig. What is a spline jig? A spline jig is a strong and decorative joint used in woodworking and repair operations.  A spline aligns as well as adds strength to a joint by running across the joint, not parallel to it. Adding splines to narrow miter joints adds strength to the miter joint…

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Replacing Broken Garage Door Glass

By Robert Robillard

A Concord Carpenter’s Cable TV Show:  replacing garage door glass If you follow this site you know that I have also been filming a local cable show called, you guessed it, “A Concord Carpenter.” This show is a  highly-informative 30 minute program, where I demonstrate to homeowners how to handle a variety of simple home improvement projects…

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Planting A Tree

By Robert Robillard

How To Plant A Tree Planting a tree can be a rewarding and fun time.  It also has the potential to transform a landscape. Pick A Tree For The Location: Before buying a tree remember to pick the right tree for its location.  What I mean is choose a tree that will grow and compliment…

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Pool Safety

By Robert Robillard

Pool Safely – Watch Children At All Times Around Pools and Spas This Summer According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) the first few months of 2011, resulted in 37 drownings and 38 near-drowning incidents  across America. Many of the drowning incidents are preventable.  Drowning is the number one cause of death for children under five in…

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Exterior Fasteners

By Robert Robillard

Choosing The Proper Exterior Fastener . . DEAR CONCORD CARPENTER, I’m a single mom and trying to keep up a house alone can be tough work.  I have several porch boards that need to be replaced.  I’m confident on measuring and cutting the boards but am confused about all the different types and finishes. Please help! …

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