The Small Space Fridge: LG LRBP1031
There are places in the world where a little goes a long way. And then there are places, like Manhattan, where a lot goes just a little way. A friend of mine, a successful advertising …
Written by: Jen
Rockler Picture Hanging Level For Art Snobs and Slobs
Whenever I go to a person’s home, I take great delight in seeing what kind of art and photos they have up. Mind you, if I ever saw “real” art, I probably wouldn’t appreciate it …
Written by: Jen
Gomboy Folding Hand Silky Saw is as Sexy as it Sounds
If it wasn’t for the word ‘saw’, McFeely’s Gomboy Folding Hand Silky Saw would sound like something off the menu of a not-quite-legal strip joint. Or maybe the word ‘saw’ still fits in with that …
Written by: Jen
Building Materials, Decor, Restoration
Save Your Marriage With Portland Architectural Salvage
I’d venture to say that many married people in their 30s or 40s are familiar with the experience of wives dragging husbands around to antique stores. It’s a time-honored tradition of hmming and hawing accompanied …
Written by: Jen
Don’t Listen To Marc: Milwaukee 6742-20 6.5 Amp Drywall Screwdriver
Should you disregard Marc’s advice of going with plaster from his Drywall vs. Plaster post (and I don’t blame you. What does Marc know anyway? Sheesh. He’s only the guy who pays me … oh, …
Written by: Jen
Eager Beavers Will Like The Woodhaven Firewood Storage Rack
It’s coming: Winter will be here before you realize it. Especially you, Canada. Rather than drag your butt in the snow, wouldn’t it be a good idea to get some of those chores done now …
Written by: Jen
Bosch PS40 Review, Big Impact From a Compact Tool
We recently had the opportunity to test the PS40 Impactor Impact Driver from Bosch. If you haven’t yet explored the world of impact drivers, it’s time to experience 21st century advances in power tools! Impact …
Written by: Marc Lyman
The Dealio: Amazon.com Home Improvement Outlet
Who doesn’t love a bargain? I’ll tell you who – fascists. Fascists and communists. Fascists and communists do not love bargains. You’re not a fascist or a commie, are you? Didn’t think so. Therefore, you’ll …
Written by: Jen
The Halloween Pumpkin-Carving Contest!
One of our favorite home improvement and remodelling sites, This Old House, is hosting a Halloween contest and we figured we’d help promote it out of respect for The Vila. Put down the woodworking and …
Written by: Jen
Caulked N Ready, Your Caulk Has Never Been More Ready
When I first saw the Caulked N Ready from Fastcap, I rejoiced at all the crude grade-school “caulk” jokes I could make. Then I remembered Jen already took care of that in her article on …
Written by: Marc Lyman