Milwaukee M4 2-Speed Screwdriver Kit Review
When I was first asked to review the Milwaukee M4 ¼” hex 2-speed screwdriver kit, I was a bit skeptical. I thought for sure that this little screwdriver was going to be just like all …
Written by: Eric
Leaky Toilet Anyone? How To Change the Flapper Valve
Recently, I filled you guys in on a few ways to save water around the house. Many were quick and simple tips and repairs that anyone could make. However, an eagle-eyed reader noted a blinding …
Written by: Leroy
Accessories, DIY Discussion, Electronics
Label Your Shop & Organize Your Life – Epson LW-400 Review
Several months ago we did a review of the Bosch L-Boxx 1A. We found it to be a very solid, versatile, transportable way to organize things around the shop. Unfortunately, once we put stuff in …
Written by: Marc Lyman
DeWalt Media Event Coverage 2013 – The Latest Tools and News
Get a sneak preview of the next big things coming from DeWalt right here, right now. This is tool journalist Michael Springer checking in with an exclusive industry report just for Home Fixated readers. I …
Written by: Michael Springer
Vertical Herb Gardens – For the Horizontally Challenged Gardner
Winter gardening is a fading memory, and it’s a great time to start planning gardening strategies for spring and summer. I love gardening and truth be told, I also really like to eat. So it …
Written by: Leroy
DIY Discussion, How To, Tools, Videos
Get Trigger Happy – How to Replace the Trigger Valve on your Bostitch Nail Gun
If you’re a framing carpenter, a hard-core DIYer who loves taking on big projects, or possibly a magician (more on that later), most likely you make use of a stick nailer for much of your …
Written by: Phil
Toxic Building Materials and How To Dispose of Them
I dealt with some pretty nasty crap over the years. Corroded toilet bowls, moldy drywall, collapsing trailers – gross to say the least. One of worst parts of these jobs wasn’t the part where I …
Written by: Eric
Brands, Milwaukee Tool, News, Senco
Tool News Nirvana – Milwaukee’s New Drivers and M12 FUEL 5/8 SDS Plus Rotary Hammer, Klein Splinter Guard Fish and Glow Rods, and Free Tool Giveaways!
Welcome to the April 2013 “Southern Fried” edition of Tool News Nirvana – your source for the newest, coolest, and crispiest tools in cyberspace – and all loaded with an extra helping of gravy. This …
Written by: Eric
Five Woodworking Projects You DON’T Want to Try at Home!
The woodworking universe is populated by a diverse group of people. It includes traditional project-builders like my father-in-law, who cobbled together many a fine masterpiece in his time, including barrister’s bookcases, cradles, end tables and …
Written by: Phil
Accessories, Bosch, Woodworking
Thin and Long – Bosch Extra Long Jigsaw Blades Review & Corbel Test
Just like certain “movie” stars, some tool accessories are known for their girth, and others for their length. Jigsaw blades aren’t typically known for either. If you’re looking to cut a meaty piece of wood …
Written by: Marc Lyman