Recently, I’ve had Bosch on the brain. Last week, while suffering through some sleepless nights due to a painful inner-ear infection, I sat up binge-watching a new detective series called “Bosch.” Flipping channels, the title …
Written by: Rich
Building Materials, How To, Restoration
We’ve always loved older houses. They have personality and character that is often hard to find in new construction. A side benefit of that character is that you get many, many opportunities to hone your …
Written by: Phil
Last month, I tried out two of the new line of Kobalt 80 volt MAX cordless lawn tools, the mower and string trimmer. I gave them a serious workout – to coin an old (and …
Written by: Rich
Upwards and onwards! This could be the rallying cry for vine lovers everywhere. No, not wine lovers. Even if I will discuss growing grapes later on in this article, that’s a different ballgame altogether. I’m actually …
Written by: Lauren
DIY Discussion, News, Rockler, Woodworking
I love my tunes. When I go to do a job, there are certain tools that ALWAYS go along, whether I think I’ll need them or not. Among them are a cordless drill or impact …
Written by: Phil
There is something to be said for doing just a few things, but doing them very well. Coast tools makes multitools, knives and flashlights. That’s it. In fact we’ve reviewed them in the past with …
Written by: Rich
JET, News, Powermatic, Rockler, Woodworking
Every so often, something comes along to remind me how feeble my woodworking skills are, while simultaneously giving me a kick in the butt to improve them. YouTube is loaded with videos showing the strange …
Written by: Phil
A nice looking yard can be a lot of work but choosing the right perennial plants to add can lessen the load on gardeners everywhere. Naturally, environmental conditions come into play in such situations so, with that in …
Written by: Lauren
Several nicely-lit tools have come across my work bench lately. This one, courtesy of Hammerhead Tools, is their new 4V Lithium rechargeable screwdriver. It’s a new take on an old standard which features a surprisingly …
Written by: Rich
Of all the tools ever made, a staple gun is one of my favorites. I use staple guns with abandon. I imagine I’m Dirty Harry facing off some bad guys, and use my gun to …
Written by: Amy