Marc Lyman 
As I type this I am traveling at roughly 8/10th’s the speed of sound, over thirty thousand feet over the Atlantic. Actually, I think I’m roughly over Yuma, AZ at the moment, but “the Atlantic” …
Written by: Marc Lyman
DIY homeowners and pro tradespeople alike are sometimes known for their hardy, independent spirit. The “I can do that all by myself” attitude is often commendable, and also frequently disastrous. We have all done tasks …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Steve Jobs was legendary for his secrecy surrounding new technology and innovation. It’s part of the mystique that turned Apple from a dying tech has-been to the multi-zillion dollar mega-brand it is today. While secrecy …
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Last year was my first time attending the World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas. Why should you care about this event? One word: TOOLS! Like moths to flames, several of the major tool …
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Accessories, Building Materials, News, Smart Home, Tools, Windows & Doors
It’s that time of year again! This week, I attended the largest annual light construction show in the world: the International Builders’ Show. I also covered the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. Both shows create …
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Electrical, Electronics, Heating & Cooling, Smart Home
We don’t often write about ceiling fans here at HomeFixated. Although they’re in a majority of US homes, ceiling fans are usually pretty boring. You flip a switch to turn them on or off, or, …
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Lighting, Milwaukee Tool, Tools
The options for working in the dark have come a long way. First it was a torch, then oil lamps and candles, and eventually the flashlight. While flashlights still have their uses, I often find …
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Want to know who the tile guy (or gal) is? You can hear him coming a mile away thanks to the dozen trowels and floats rattling around his bucket like a pre-school band’s percussion section. …
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It’s that time of year again – time for a glimpse behind the red velvet curtain of mystery that surrounds Milwaukee Tool’s crack team of tool developers. If you’re a fan of Milwaukee, or if …
Written by: Marc Lyman
A while back we reviewed the RoboReel Power Cord System. While expensive for what amounted to the smartest, most full-featured extension cord you’ve ever seen, we found it to be quite handy. The overheard version …
Written by: Marc Lyman