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Eric

Since Eric built his first skateboard ramp in his parents driveway; he’s breathed, slept and eaten DIY construction. As a second generation master carpenter who runs two Florida-based construction firms, Eric’s had the chance to work on everything from Mcmansions to your local mall to the cat lady’s bathroom. So when it comes to dealing with construction s@#t; he’s the man—literally. There isn’t a tool or construction material that Eric hasn’t used and abused, and if there is; it’s rocking in a dark corner nervously waiting for him to show up for work.

Barbecue, Kitchen

The Search for the Holy Grill – Stok Island Grill Review

To say I love grilling would be an understatement. It’s the only way to cook steaks, hamburgers and hot dogs to obtain a trifecta of grilled meat perfection. But when it comes to roasting meats …

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Written by: Eric

April 3, 2014

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Tools

Laser Light Show – CST Berger RL25HV Rotational Laser Level Review

I’m not that old, but I learned how to do construction the old school way. When I laid out batter boards and forms for the first time, we used an old fashioned field/sight level to …

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Written by: Eric

March 26, 2014

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How To, Windows & Doors

Yawning over your Awning? DIY Awnings on the Cheap

Don’t you just hate it when the sun is in your eyes? Your house hates it too. So why not build it a pair of sunglasses? Simple DIY awnings are but just a few cuts …

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Written by: Eric

March 24, 2014

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HomeFixated Tool News Nirvana

DeWalt, Klein, News, Rockler, Tools

News Nirvana – DeWalt Compressor, General Tools Palmscope, Klein Cable Tester, Rockler Nordy’s Winners and Makita AVT

Top o’ the Morning to you and welcome to the St. Patrick’s Day edition of News Nirvana! In this green-as-a-shamrock news update, our gracious sponsors at Rockler Woodworking and Hardware unveil the winners of the …

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Written by: Eric

March 17, 2014

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roof-framing

How To, Roofing

Conventional Wood Roof Framing Terms and Tips

Trusses? We don’t need no stinking trusses! Not when you conventionally frame everything! Well, actually, you might need trusses. If so, check out our article on building with trusses. While this tough task isn’t for …

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Written by: Eric

March 14, 2014

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Bath, How To, Safety

Shower Grab Bar Install 101

A shower grab bar is a great way to add additional safety measures to a slippery tile floor, although they always seem to end up as a towel rack or shampoo caddy instead. Some of …

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Written by: Eric

March 7, 2014

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tool news nirvana

Bosch, Klein, Makita, News, Rockler

News Nirvana – Rockler T-Track Stops, Klein Punchdown, Bosch Sealant Knife, Makita Band Saw and More

I don’t know how we keep doing it but we’ve crammed even more new tools into this latest News Nirvana! This month, we’ve got three new tools from Makita: the one inch rotary hammer, the …

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Written by: Eric

March 4, 2014

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How To

Paper Mache the Builder’s Way – Using Joint Compound for DIY Paper Mache

It never fails. I buy a five gallon bucket of joint compound for a project and I only use half of it. The rest sits in the bucket until by the end of the year; …

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Written by: Eric

February 27, 2014

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DIY Discussion, Woodworking

How to Repair Dents, Dings, Doinks and Gouges in Wood – Tricks from Wood Finish Pros

It never fails. You spend hours picking out the choice woods at the lumber yard. Sorting through the damaged pieces is always a chore but a necessary step when using wood as the final finish …

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Written by: Eric

February 24, 2014

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Bosch, DeWalt, Klein, News

News Nirvana – Bosch Mortar Knife, DeWalt Band Saw, Klein Tool Giveaway, Veto Pro Pac Cargo Totes & More

It’s that time again home improvement aficionados – another News Nirvana packed full of the coolest tools and materials this side of the Rio Grande. This biweekly edition features the DeWalt Compact Band Saw, Veto …

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Written by: Eric

February 20, 2014

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