There are two kinds of mailboxes in this world. There’s the kind that gets knocked off its post every few years by a bored teenager with a baseball bat, and there’s the kind that will …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Studies from a few years ago showed that glyphosate, a chemical found in Roundup and other commercial herbicides, can significantly increase the risk of certain cancers. Although the chemical has since been removed from the …
Written by: Lauren
If you’ve been in your home for any period of time longer than 6 months, your garage might have a few half-empty paint cans sitting in the corner. By “a few” I mean several dozen. …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Make great grains in 2024 by adding Carolina Gold Rice to your garden.
Written by: Lauren
A couple of years ago, Milwaukee introduced an innovative little battery-powered pruning chainsaw: The Milwaukee M12 Hatchet. With its 6” bar and light weight, the saw was ideal for pruning limbs up to a few …
Written by: Phil
Every spring, the plants start blooming and pollen fills the air, turning everything an unpleasant shade of yellow. Meanwhile, we await the arrival of summer vegetables and the butterflies that are making the long trek …
Written by: Lauren
Accessories, Electronics, Ryobi
One of the many traits that drives my wife crazy endears me to my wife is my tendency to always be rockin’ the tunes. Whether I’m working on a project, putzing around the house, or …
Written by: Phil
House centipedes (Scutigera coleoptrata) can be found invading homes around the globe. But should you break out the flyswatter or should you simply let them die another day? The common house centipede. Just the Facts …
Written by: Lauren
Arguably one of the most essential tools for many types of plumbing and mechanical work, the venerable adjustable wrench is found in most toolboxes and is both loved and hated by many. Why hated you …
Written by: Marc Lyman
, Tools
The cordless drill has become ubiquitous on job sites and around the home. Typically, manufacturers are targeting either the contractor or the homeowner. However, Metabo HPT seems to be trying to strike the balance between …
Written by: Steve W