Ty Building Materials, DIY Discussion
Last time I talked about decks I got wildly out of control, and nearly crashed my computer into a tree. I regaled you with how to plan your deck for total neighbor envy and with …
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One of the most popular Home Improvement projects (and my favorite) is deck building. Decks virtually add an entire room to your home–and are a great beginnerish level project for any Do-It-Yourselfer. Not only can …
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How To, Safety, Tools, Woodworking
Installing trim is one of the things I greatly enjoy doing–however being sequestered in a sometimes extremely dusty room is not. The very nature of cutting and sawing trim creates a very fine, and potentially …
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How To, Windows & Doors, Woodworking
Much to the dismay of my lovely other half Carrie–I recently broke my ankle playing hockey. Trust me–the pain has been worth the benefits. I get to lounge around having palm fronds waved at me, …
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What you see in the picture over there–is a oft used, dropped, and really–just plain abused tool. But she works like a champ! “Hackey” as she is reverently referred to is my model 77 Skilsaw …
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Drywall. There are those that don’t mind it—and those that detest it with a seething hatred usually reserved for demons, evil masterminds, and in some cases: in-laws. I fall into the latter category. Drywall, or …
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Having a table saw is like having a Ferrari. You are the envy of your friends and neighbors. You have prestige and power beyond your wildest dreams–and you are also one Billy Joel Driving School …
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The motley crew of items in the picture on the left probably seems more disjointed and in need of rehab than the circa 80’s actual Motley Crüe. Not true intrepid DIYers. It is in fact …
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Super-heroes are cool. Flying is cool. Fixing your own home and surroundings is also cool. With no regard to the good citizens of Remodelburg, I am about to reveal what I, as (insert blaring trumpets …
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Building Materials, How To, Woodworking
One of the joys I take from my personal life is my clear domination of my dog as we watch the game show “Jeopardy!”. She rarely answers, and when she does she gets it wrong. …
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