So, you want to grow your own sugarcane! Or you’re wondering, what kind of North American nut-case not living in Hawaii wants to grow sugar cane? Either way, read on for sugary enlightenment and some …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Ok, I admit it – the first thing that got my attention about the Bladerunner Drywall Cutting Tool was its super cool name. What can I say? Anything that has anything to do with Harrison …
Written by: Jen
1) Rent a rectangular sander like the Clarke American Random Orbit Floor Sander and use you’re own palm sized random orbit sander for the very edges. The big sander can actually get very close to …
Written by: Marc Lyman
If your current doorbell is more dud than ding, Honeywell’s Portable Wireless Door Chime (the RCWL330A1000/N P4-Premium, to be exact) is the product to buy. I have to admit, it’s pretty sweet. First, install is …
Written by: Jen
What do Cheech & Chong and the Skil Isio Shrub and Grass Shear have in common? They love grass! However, unlike the 70’s-80’s comedy duo, the Isio also loves small hedges, shrubs and especially topiary! …
Written by: Marc Lyman
You’ve done it – you’ve completed your kitchen renovation (did you ever think you’d be sick of ordering out? Neither were we, but after a couple weeks, all I wanted to do was sauté some …
Written by: Jen
Summer. Grilling steaks: $25, Bottle of Gin: $29, Limes: $4, No flies in the house: Priceless. Well, almost. The Bug-Off screen cost me $49 (incl shipping/handling) and my eyebrows went askew when a piece of …
Written by: Alec
I’m sure we’ve all been in this position: You’re working on a home improvement project that requires a bit of power – a good light source, a drill, your mitre saw, a shop-vac and of …
Written by: Jen
I have many amusing stories from the giant Northeastern blackout of ’03 – but all was not fun and games. Our fridge and freezer went without power for a few days and all kinds of …
Written by: Jen
We all know we need to start being more environmentally responsible. Going green is ultimately the only way to save the planet, and there are a lot of great home improvement products out there now …
Written by: Guest