Little Giant Select Step Ladder Review
A step ladder is a step ladder, right? Not when it’s the new Select Step ladder from Little Giant. I got my first look at the Select Step at Little Giant’s booth at this year’s …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Custom Shower Curtains – Our Latest Etsy Find
Every month we try to provide you with at least one interesting bathroom idea because, well, we all spend a fair amount of time in there, don’t we? It might as well be an interesting …
Written by: Jen
Decor, DIY Discussion, Painting
Painting Un-Tips, Learn From Our Painting Mistakes
Part of the reason I went into carpentry (besides the girls, fame, fortune, and sweet tools) was that in my line of work I didn’t have to do crap like painting. That has all gone …
Written by: Ty
Tidy Trax Shoe Covers – Cover Your Dirty Boots and Your Butt
Sometimes, it feels like you just can’t win. After weeks of nagging by your spouse, you finally get on that “thing” in the yard that you promised to get done. And, of course, mid-way through …
Written by: Jen
Dremel Multi-Vise Review
We just moved out of an apartment into a house–much awesomeness ensues. If the awesomeness is considered to be home improvement projects, and various DIY projects. For the most part–around my house DIY means: Do …
Written by: Ty
Striker Magnetic LED Light-Mine, a Super Idea
At first glance, the Striker Magnetic LED Light-Mine looks like something out of a Nintendo Super Mario World game. It’s cute, colorful and really itty-bitty – and for some reason, I imagine Mario or Luigi …
Written by: Jen
DIY Fence Building Tips, Part 2
Last time we hit up getting started fence building tips, we talked a bit about the planning, layout, and installation of the posts. Now, we’ll cover the actual framing of the fence, and finishing it …
Written by: Ty
Porter Cable PC15TCSMK Circular Saw Review, Light and Tasty
When I am sent something to review, I get a little evil. It is akin to playing with house money. The tool didn’t cost me anything–and I’m just “out” my time. Small loss. Considering most …
Written by: Ty
DIY Discussion, How To, Woodworking
Playground DIY, With Some Little Help
A few Saturdays ago I was enticed by the promise of beer and steaks to help a fellow carpenter with an “easy” project. Why I listen to this guy anymore is beyond me. At last …
Written by: Ty
Milwaukee M18 Radio For Your Jobsite Montage
Music can help nearly any task become more enjoyable. Plus, if movies of the 80s have taught us anything, it’s that home improvement projects get done quickest when they’re set to an inspirational rock song. …
Written by: Jen