Electrical, Milwaukee Tool, Tools
For the average DIYer or tradesperson, a good-quality 12V or 18V drill driver will do pretty much anything you need. Drilling holes, driving fasteners, or using a paddle attachment for mixing margaritas are only a …
Written by: Phil
DIY Discussion, Gardening, Green
Winter is a fun time to be a gardener. I know, that may sound strange… What can a gardener do in the winter? IT’S COLD OUTSIDE! Yes, I know! In several previous articles I have …
Written by: Rich
Nothing can change the appearance of your walls like a toddler with a permanent marker. If this has ever happened to you, you may have found yourself desperately gawking at a selection of paint colors …
Written by: Amy
Last year was my first time attending the World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas. Why should you care about this event? One word: TOOLS! Like moths to flames, several of the major tool …
Written by: Marc Lyman
DIY Discussion, How To, Resources, Woodworking
Sketchup has become a favorite tool of mine. The free 3-D modeling is simple enough for an old carpenter like me to master after a few sessions. It’s a great way to visualize your design, …
Written by: Rich
If you are a procrastinator like me, it is about the time of year to take down and store the multitude of lights that took you absolutely forever to put up around the first of …
Written by: Lauren
Decor, DIY Discussion, Green, How To, Woodworking
In case you haven’t noticed, there’s a pallet reuse movement afoot. Never one to be left out of the latest fad I decided to grab a few pallets and build myself a “rustic industrial” coffee …
Written by: Karen
I love cats. There, I said it. Cats are great animals! I don’t remember a time in my life when I didn’t have at least one cat sharing my home or workshop. However, even a …
Written by: Rich
Even those of us who know that some of our perennials go dormant in the winter can fall prey to worrying about certain specimens after cooler temperatures arrive and the plants begin to show it. We find ourselves poking …
Written by: Lauren
Accessories, Building Materials, News, Smart Home, Tools, Windows & Doors
It’s that time of year again! This week, I attended the largest annual light construction show in the world: the International Builders’ Show. I also covered the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. Both shows create …
Written by: Marc Lyman