Leroy The mild winter that we are having here in the mid-Atlantic region has got my green thumb a itchin’ and I couldn’t wait any longer. Sure, we’re still struggling with frost here (and will be …
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Earlier this summer I built this playground set for my son. Actually, the bulk of the wood is from a recycled ultra-pallet that was going to be thrown away at work, and as you may …
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As you may know, perhaps my favorite home construction product is duct tape. I have my preferential brands and types depending on use. So you can imagine my joy when in the mail I found …
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Here is an organization that is really near to my heart, as I’m sure it is to many of you (so excuse my lack of overt humor on this one). Helmets to Hard Hats is …
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For many of us working schlubs, the idea of the man-cave is a dream, flitting around us just out of reach. But just because we can’t reach it doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy another man’s …
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Recently, I refinished the hardwood floors for a friend of mine. The refinish included three bedrooms, dining room, living room, and hall. It was a big job. It would have been easier if the hardwood …
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As some of you may know, I am the blessed father of two, a toddler and a baby girl. With the joys of dirty diapers and repeated episodes of “Veggie Tales” come other serious issues, …
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I have on several occasions stepped on nails, as most anybody at a job site might do. And even though I have ‘Hobbit’ feet, I have more than once found myself nailed to a loose …
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Decor, Restoration, Woodworking
Do you know those hand carved fleur-de-lis corner block pieces that accent your door trim? Yours, not mine – I barely have door trim let alone carved corner blocks. But if I did, I’d definitely …
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Building Materials, DIY Discussion, How To, Resources
Some time ago Brad wrote a pretty good article about reclaiming wood. So on the heels of that story, I thought I’d share my own experiences with reclaiming wood. As you may have gathered from …
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