This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. Maybe I’m getting wimpy in my old age, but finishing up my daily chores with bleeding, filthy hands just isn’t that appealing anymore. Even with a good set of callouses, spending ten minutes digging out splinters and getting de-grunged just isn’t that enjoyable. With the snow finally melted, and warm weather upon us, a good pair of all-around lightweight gloves can save a good bit of cleanup time at day’s end – along with the occasional patch of shredded skin. The Home Depot recently sent us a pair of Firm Grip PRO-Fit Flex Impact Gloves; we’ll try ‘em out, and see how well they protect our dainty little digits. Read More
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World of Concrete 2020 – Still Solid After 45 Years
The World of Concrete trade show is celebrating its 45th year as an event where construction pros can converge to see the latest tools and equipment from hundreds of manufacturers, and of course have a little fun while they’re there. Besides the general distractions provided by the backdrop of Las Vegas, the World of Concrete show hosts an annual competitive spectator sport known as the Bricklayer 500, and you can also chance to find live chainsaw carving, axe throwing, and other delights in the outdoor lots. As always, I get my steps in, by the mile, traversing this giant show to seek out interesting tool and worker gear for our Home Fixated readers. Here are some of the highlights. Read More
