Concord Carpenter Remodels 377 Main Street Concord, MA

By Robert Robillard

W.P.L Bager House | Concord, MA  | House Remodel W.P.L. Badger, a blacksmith in 19th century Concord, Massachusetts began construction on his house in the early 1830s. In its nearly 200-year history since then, the house has undergone at least three significant expansions, plus numerous interior remodels, the latest in 1980. By the time homeowners…

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Helly Hansen Manchester 2.0 Shell Jacket Review

By Scott Arnold

Helly Hansen Manchester 2.0 Shell Jacket | Dependable Outerwear For the Job Site In the construction industry, durable outerwear is more than a necessity; it’s a crucial line of defense against the elements. Reliable gear not only ensures safety and comfort but also enhances productivity in the toughest work environments. For over 150 years, Helly…

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Milwaukee Hand Tools

By Ralph Mroz

Milwaukee Hand Tools

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RYOBI 18V Handheld Tile/Masonry Saw

By Ralph Mroz

RYOBI 18V Handheld Tile/Masonry Saw RYOBI has just released their 5-inch cordless 18V Handheld Tile/Masonry Saw (Model PBLHTS01B), part of their 18V ONE+ lineup.  It joins the earlier RYOBI corded handheld tile/masonry saw with a 4-inch blade.  This new tool brings RYOBI into the cordless tile/masonry saw fold, a relatively new class of tool. The…

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What Tool Reviewers Can/Cannot Do

By Ralph Mroz

What Tool Reviews Can/Cannot Do Tool reviews are what we do here at Tool Box Buzz and A Concord Carpenter, and we are one of the best-known and trusted sources for them.  We are proud of both the accuracy of our reviews and the fact that we’ve maintained good relations with the tool vendors so…

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Ridgid 8-inch Wet Tile Saw

By Ralph Mroz

Ridgid 8-inch Wet Tile Saw The Ridgid 8-inch Wet Tile Saw (model R4041S) is a tool that all Type 2 (skilled DIYers) and Type 3 (general contracting pro) tradespersons will want.  Both of these trades types do tile work from occasionally to several times a year.  In fact, this saw has received praise from many…

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Wood Shaper Table UPGRADE

By Robert Robillard

Custom Wood Shaper Table| Using Rockler Components In my workshop, I use my wood shaper primarily to mill frame and panel doors and sometimes wainscotting panels. To do this precisely, and work safer, I use sliding sleds that are indexed into the miter slot. I’ve encountered some quality issues when milling long stock, for example…

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When and How to Refinish a Mahogany Deck

By Robert Robillard

How to Refinish a Mahogany Deck | 4 Steps As a carpenter, I install my share of screen porches, decks, and stairs, and while the trend is leaning towards composite decking there are still a fair amount of folks who like Mahogany and Ipe decking. One of the most often asked questions I get on…

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