Marc Lyman 
Man’s best friend is only a best friend until he walks over from your neighbor’s house and poops on your lawn. It’s a indignity that faces many homeowners, and an offense that bugs some more …
Written by: Marc Lyman
In news that is shocking many in DIY, remodeling and construction, a coalition of the major power tool manufacturers has announced the end of corded tool technology. With major improvements in battery technology, it’s something …
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Having multiple personalities can be awesome, at least when it comes to covering trade shows and media events. When I’m not able to haul myself across country for a show, it’s always nice to know …
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Follow me back to a bygone era circa 2008. Although the US economy was on its way to implosion, it was a simpler time when it came to oscillating multi tools. You could buy any …
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As part of Irwin’s ongoing effort to elevate tradesmen worldwide, Irwin fittingly created the Ultimate Tradesman Challenge. Through over 250 sanctioned events held throughout the world in 2010, with over 16,000 participants, six world finalists …
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About a year ago we reviewed (and gave away) the Milwaukee M12 Cordless Right Angle Driver. We almost shed a tear as it left the shop, but it’s probably living a happy life somewhere. It …
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I have a bit of a reputation (well, actually several reputations, only one of which I’m discussing here). I have self-diagnosed myself as having mild OCD tendencies (OCD = Obsessive Compulsive Disorder). A more conventional …
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In a prior chilly season, also known as the winter of 2009, we wrote about a few tricks to tracking down and fixing breezy window drafts at home. One of the retro techniques mentioned is …
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We hate to gender stereotype, but let’s face it, men are totally into their decks. For some men, it’s a true obsession. Their lives literally revolve around their decks. I’m not sure what age it …
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In the words of Tony Montana (Al Pacino) in Scarface, “Say hello to my little friend!” Somehow brandishing a neon green Grex 23 gauge pneumatic pin nailer doesn’t have the same effect as a rifle-grenade-launcher. …
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