The Caulk Warmer – Who Wouldn’t Want One?
Seriously, I’m going to pass this chance up? To be the first on my block to review a caulk warmer? This is like the biggest freebie in the history of mankind. My wife can’t say …
Written by: Brad
Bosch 12v Mini Reciprocating Saw Review – A Homebrewer’s Best Friend?
I’ve been known to use my full size reciprocating saw for all kinds of tasks, including some slightly unconventional. Armed with a toothy long blade, I’ve made short work of trimming shrubs, trees and large …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Architecture, DIY Discussion, Woodworking
Permanently Camouflage Stress Cracks in Ceiling and Corner Joints – Mud n’ Tape for the Last Time with Faux Beam Work – Part 1
If any of you are as sick as I am of dealing with stress cracks, mudding/taping over and over again, and worse yet, repainting every few years, then this may be a solution for you. …
Written by: Liz
Deals and Steals, Gear, Resources, Woodworking
Rockler Coupons and Bargain Hunters Deal Guide
Even before Rockler became a sponsor of HomeFixated, we revered them. They’ve been my go-to store to visit for projects around the house that are a little too esoteric for Home Depot or Lowes to …
Written by: Marc Lyman
A Strip Club in Your Garage – Your HOA’s Gonna Love This Garage Door Art
Garage doors are typically pretty boring — functional, but not much to look at — until now. Style Your Garage has come up with a product that will make you the envy of all your …
Written by: Liz
Channellock 615, 620 and 620L Levels – They Are Not Pliers
You thought Channellock just made pliers, didn’t you? As a loyal HomeFixated reader, you of course know that they also make screwdrivers. Now, Channellock has stepped into the level market too, with three recent pro-grade …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Skil Power Cutter a Godsend – Especially for Battery Packaging
Quick everyone! Run out and get this thing before you even have to start thinking about another Christmas morning! Dads, brothers, uncles, men of all ages….GO!!! I’m serious about this great new cordless power cutter …
Written by: Brad
Under Stair Storage Cabinets as Seen in Workbench Magazine: Functional Storage for a Funky Space
“Workbench Magazine”, now known as “My Home, My Style”, is full of great products, tips and info for woodworkers, but these under stair storage cabinets are the best idea I’ve seen in a long while. …
Written by: Liz
Socket Lockits – Coolest Child Safety Socket Protection Since Plastic-Ware
As some of you may know, I am the blessed father of two, a toddler and a baby girl. With the joys of dirty diapers and repeated episodes of “Veggie Tales” come other serious issues, …
Written by: Leroy
Peel and Stick Metal Tiles: If You Can Manage a Band-Aid, You Can Install These Tiles
I came across these peel and stick metal tiles while browsing through This Old House’s website. From Aspect Ideas, this tile series can be used for either practical or decorative applications. You can use them …
Written by: Liz