Building Materials, Featured, Flooring, How To, Landscaping
A number of months ago, you might recall our epic battle to re-landscape our front yard. This battle not only pitted me against tons of dirt, stone, boulders and sod, but also against two other …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Featured, Painting, Resources, Safety, Woodworking
There’s an old truism that if you want to test how well you understand something, try explaining it to someone else. Of all the topics I’ve looked into over the years, few are as mired …
Written by: Steve
In all the jobs I’ve held over the years, there’s a common theme: No one ever wanted to let me sit down. And I’m OK with that; I figure that’s probably why I’m still relatively …
Written by: Phil
Electrical, Milwaukee Tool, Tools
Quick: What’s a tool that’s cordless, brushless, inexpensive, and a necessity in almost every tool collection? If you guessed Pliers, you’re either psychic, or you read the title above. In either case, you’re right. Pliers …
Written by: Phil
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. Giveaway closed – Big congrats to Brad of Louise, Texas! Thanks to all who entered! You might remember our hands-on review of the DEWALT 15-Amp Corded 10 …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Bosch, DeWalt, Hilti, Husqvarna, Keen, Makita, , Stihl, Tools
Welcome again from sunny Las Vegas, where the tool-crazed journalists all travel in the depths of winter. But it’s not just the sunny warmth we seek, it’s really all about the tools, gear, and building …
Written by: Michael Springer
I had the girl and I had the ring, the two most important parts of the process were already done! The hard part was going to be actually getting the courage to drop the question, …
Written by: Eric
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. For grinding, cutting, sanding, wire brushing, sharpening, and general dentistry, an angle grinder is often the best tool for the job. With the portability of 20V MAX, …
Written by: Steve
Makers, News, Rockler, Woodworking
If you love sawdust and wood shavings, we’ve got something for you that will be a MUCH better use of your time than watching last week’s “Super” Bowl was. The American Association of Woodturners (AAW), …
Written by: Phil
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. The Bosch GLL 30 S Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser Kit provides everything you need to determine level and plumb – including the two required AA batteries. When is …
Written by: Bob