Paslode® CapStapler Housewrap Stapling System Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Paslode® CS150 CapStapler Paslode recently introduced the all new CapStapler Housewrap Stapling System. The CapStapler was designed to save Contractors time and money when installing housewrap, plastic sheathing and roof underlayment products. The CapStapler is a pneumatic 18 gauge crown stapler with a patented button cap system that protects from tearing and water damage. The…

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New Tools Introduced By Rockwell at 2010 IBS

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Rockwell Launches New Tools at 2010 IBS One of my favorite exhibits at this year’s 2010 International Builder’s Show was the Rockwell (manufacturers of the popular Jawhorse) booth. Rockwell has been the biggest surprise for me this in terms of well built, useful, new tools. The Rockwell booth was full of great new products and…

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Slide Into Style in 2010! Quick Fixes for under $500

By Todd Fratzel on Design & Planning

Today we have a great guest post by Barbara Kavovit from Barbara’s Way. So another new year is upon us and that “Rosy Red” paint chip didn’t quite turn out to be the color you thought it was going to be! Sometimes repainting your living room or rearranging your furniture (again!) isn’t enough to really…

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New From Delta at 2010 International Builder’s Show

By Todd Fratzel on Plumbing

New Products From Delta We had the pleasure of visiting the Delta exhibit at this year’s International Builder’s Show in Las Vegas. The exhibit was huge and filled with lots of new products that we wanted to share with you. The following is a quick look at some great new products from Delta. H2Okinetic showerheads…

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2010 International Builder’s Show – Day 2

By Todd Fratzel on Design

2010 International Builder’s Show Day 2 at the IBS was packed with fun demonstrations and meetings with folks that we’ve been working with on HCI. We also had the pleasure of meeting some new folks from companies that will be excited to feature here. Our second day at the show also featured some of the…

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Solar Box Window Heater

By Todd Fratzel on Energy Conservation, Green Building, Solar Power

Solar Box Heater Solar energy can be used to heat your home in several ways including this easy DIY solution. The idea here is to put solar box window heaters in south facing windows during the winter to supplement your heat needs. The beauty of a solar box window heater is you can make one…

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Top Ten Remodeling Tips

By Todd Fratzel on Remodeling

Remodeling Tips Remodeling your home can be a great alternative to moving and building a new home. This is especially true in today’s real estate and financial markets. A well planned and executed remodeling project can significantly increase the value and comfort of your home. Having said that I wanted to share some remodeling tips…

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Warped/Buckled Vinyl Siding

By Todd Fratzel on Siding & Trim

Vinyl Siding – Causes of Warping and Buckling We’ve received several emails recently asking why their vinyl siding is warping and buckling. Warped and buckled vinyl siding is one of the most common results of improper installation. If you’re vinyl siding looks like the sample photo then you need to read this article. What Causes…

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