Bosch CM12 12-Inch Single Bevel Compound Miter Saw

By Robert Robillard

Bosch CM12 Lightweight and Portable 12-Inch Compound Miter Saw The theory of work smarter not harder also translates to travel and pack lighter!      The new Bosch CM12 12-Inch Single Bevel Compound Miter Saw fits that motto by allowing one-handed portability with a well designed and placed handle and it’s no frills design to reduce weight and make this…

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Andersen 45 Minute Rapid Install Storm Door System

By Robert Robillard

The NEW Andersen Storm Door System I have to say that when I saw the marketing promotion material on the Andersen 45 Minute Rapid Install Storm Door System I was skeptical that any storm door could be installed in such a short time. The folks at Anderson sent me a door to install and see…

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Attaching Decking to Metal Deck Framing

By Robert Robillard

Metal Joist Framing Systems A major new trend in the decking industry is the growing use of metal joist framing systems. While treated lumber will remain the most common substructure for residential decks in the near future, builders and homeowners now have the option of using steel and aluminum deck framing systems, which have several…

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Master Mechanic 18 Volt Drill-Driver

By Robert Robillard

Master Mechanic 18V NiCd Drill-Driver – A DIYer Delight!   My friend Mike tells me that not every homeowner needs or wants to to spend a $200 to $350 plus for a Pro cordless drill.   If your a do-it-yourselfer there are effective alternatives to get the job done without breaking the bank.  One such option is the…

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Installing a Shower Head In A Cold Exterior Wall

By Robert Robillard

Plumbing In Cold Walls: I live and work in the Northeast, metro Boston area.   When remodeling or building construction we take measures to design and install all plumbing lines inside interior walls and avoid the exterior wall due to the reality of them freezing. I don’t care how well you wrap a pipe and surround…

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2012 Bosch Media Event

By Robert Robillard

  New Bosch Tools For 2012: The folks at Bosch are focusing on end users that work with Concrete, Woodworking, General Construction & measurement.  I just got back from the 2012 Bosch Media Event and have a few favorites to share with you. Near and dear to my heart is any tool that allows me to travel…

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Bagster Dumpster In A Bag

By Robert Robillard

Waste Management’s Bagster Dumpster in a Bag By now you might have seen job sites in your area with the bright green bag labeled ” Bagster Dumpster In A Bag.”  I recently discovered them and now use the Bagster bag as a quintessential part of my remodeling companies waste removal. I run a small remodeling company  and prior to learning about the Bagster bags…

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Racor Bike Stand

By Robert Robillard

Racor PBS-2R Two-Bike Floor Stand: Racor Home Storage Products recently sent me some home storage solutions to try out in my tool trailer, shed and basement workshop and then report back. One item I tried out was their two bike stand.  The stand allows you top lets you quickly store 2 bikes in their upright…

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