Makita dished out a lot of new tools a few months back at the 2017 World of Concrete Show, but they just took another batch out of their magic tool oven and couldn’t wait until …
Written by: Michael Springer
The “rule” of thumb is that everyone should own a tape measure or ten. Whether you’re a tradesman, DIYer or just a Human, you likely find yourself reaching for the old ticked stick every now …
Written by: Steve
Free at last! We were recently sent the DeWalt 60v Chainsaw from their Brushless FlexVolt line to review. I thought it might be nice for cleaning up the yard, small pruning jobs and dismembering scarecrows. …
Written by: Peter
If you’re short on space but longing for tomatoes or strawberries with real flavor, container gardening can be the solution to your prayers. Likewise, if your yard is infested with nematodes that keep attacking your vegetables, …
Written by: Lauren
Milwaukee Tool, Plumbing, Tools
In the glamorous world of plumbing, “Up against the wall” doesn’t necessarily mean you got a little overly exuberant on a wild Saturday night. It’s still not a phrase you want to hear, though, since …
Written by: Phil
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. Tool brands take their colors seriously, and when one of them deviates from the color everyone recognizes them by, it means one of two things: 1) They …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Today’s DIY project is brought to you by MOMS EVERYWHERE who need something pretty in their lives! This easy DIY Organizing Tray would make a great Mother’s Day gift, because mom can use it well …
Written by: Monique
Decor, How To, Painting, Woodworking
Even the hottest art can be made cooler in some way. I like to impart a new dimension onto flat pictures by recreating them on layered plywood “canvases”. This topographical technique takes it to a …
Written by: Steve
Echo, Gardening, Landscaping, Tools
For years, I’ve used an old Craftsman gas-powered mower. It cut pretty well, since I kept the blade sharp. As the years rolled by, though, it took more and more tugs on the starter rope …
Written by: Phil
Lighting, Milwaukee Tool, Tools
Since many job sites are dank, dim spaces, and using power tools in the dark is a good way to earn yourself a Darwin Award, it is often necessary to set up some kind of …
Written by: Phil