Before I get started on my in-depth analysis, let me say that the Ratcheting ReadyWrench by Black & Decker may be the single greatest hand tool I’ve ever used. Here’s the basic information: The Ratcheting …
Written by: Leroy
Ah, like me you’re probably starting to get spring fever. I’ve got plants coming up in the garden and blossoms on my fruit tree. Â It’s wonderful. Along with all the garden stuff, my grass – …
Written by: Leroy
Several years ago we embarked on a fateful remodel project. It was a questionable use of resources, but now we have at least one section of our house that is less likely to instantly crumble …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Decor, DIY Discussion, Restoration
I like closets, at least in my mind, but often they get forgotten. Like mine did. Shortly after Christmas I had an issue with my hot water heater that is stored in the downstairs closet. …
Written by: Leroy
Yep, it’s time for more news of up and coming, clever and time-saving tools! Â In this edition of Tool News Nirvana, we’ve got items that will save you the mess of bags and rags, a …
Written by: Brad
Architecture, Building Materials, How To
Often times in life, good things are born from seemingly bad situations. And so it goes for homeownership too. We recently had some roofing repairs done to our Spanish tile roof. When the roofers began …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Gardening, How To, Pest Control
Okay, so it’s not technically a true split rail, but it’s a sturdier alternative. This split rail looking fence with wire mesh was a necessity for us since the arrival of two puppies not long …
Written by: Liz
Benchmade, Gear, Knives, Safety, Tools
It’s not often I’m waiting for an accident to happen. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not that I was hoping someone would get into a car accident. I just wanted to be there when it …
Written by: Marc Lyman
When Home Fixated got the opportunity to try out the Franklin ProSensor 710 Professional Stud Detector, we were dually up for the task as well as a bit skeptical. As many of you probably know, …
Written by: Liz
DIY Discussion, Green, Restoration
If you’re a homeowner or just a human being in the United States, there’s a very good chance you’ve got a bunch of – how do I put this delicately – CRAP, that you really …
Written by: Marc Lyman