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Having a good construction calculator is essential if you’re going to do any advanced framing or home improvement projects. Construction calculators are different from normal calculators because they work with fractions very well. Instead of converting fractions to decimals you can work purely in fractions. The Construction Master Pro Advanced Construction Math Calculator is an…
Doors with Blinds Between Glass I wrote and article about French Doors with Built In Blinds awhile ago and numerous people have asked how to repair these type of window treatments if they get damaged. The answer is not one most people want to hear. Almost all of the doors and windows sold today with…
Interest rates are at all time lows right now and we’re considering refinancing our original construction loan. When we built the house four years ago we used a construction loan to help finance the construction. The construction loan was a adjustable rate mortgage with the first 7 years fixed. The rate was 5.875% and it…
Our new home has Brazillian Cherry hardwood floors throughout 95% of the first floor. The Brazillian Cherry is absolutely beautiful however it’s very difficult to keep clean and looking it’s best. Needless to say we’ve tried everything from a regular mop to swiffer’s to scrubbing the floor on our hands and knees. Well we’ve found…
Cheap DeWalt Batteries DeWalt 18-Volt Replacement Batteries Are you looking for replacement batteries for your 18-volt DeWalt cordless tools? Look no further I’ve found cheap DeWalt replacement 18-volt batteries at Amazon. You can buy the 18-volt DeWalt Replacement Batteries, 2 pack for $119 with FREE shipping! This deal includes: Two – DEWALT DC9096-2 18-Volt XRP…
Basement Wall Insulation Lately I’ve been swamped with questions about insulating basement walls properly. So I’ve written this article to share with you a Basement Insulation detail that I hope will clarify some issues. Moisture Problems Before you choose an insulation method for your basement it’s important to understand the moisture problems associated with basements.…
Recommended Bostitch Compressor Combo Kit One of the first major tools I bought when we moved into our first home was a Bostitch Compressor Took Combo Kit. Having a compressor and nail guns to work on home improvement projects is a huge bonus. That’s why I recommend you buy yourself a compressor combo kit. A…
Dust Mites & Allergies Recently our oldest child was diagnosed with severe allergies including many kinds of foods and dust mites. We knew about the food allergies from a very young age but we were extremely surprised to learn about his allergy to dust mites. So we’ve been learning how to remove dust mites from…
How To Insulate Basement Walls Insulating a basement properly is rather challenging in cold climates. In this article I'd like to discuss how to insulate basement walls in cold climates. Insulating basement walls in cold climates is a great way to keep your home warmer and drier. However, special care should be used when insulating…
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Tips for Deck and Fence Projects With Spring finally here many of us are considering deck and fencing projects. Maybe you're considering having a new deck or fence built. Maybe it's time to refinish your deck or add some new decorative touches to your tired deck. Spring is the perfect time to plan these projects…
New DEWALT Job Site Table Saws Models DWE7480, DWE7490X, and DWE7491RS DEWALT recently introduced a new line of portable table saws that include significant updates and features. The new line includes 3 new models; DWE7480 - 10" Compact Table Saw, DWE7491X - 10" Table Saw with Scissor Stand, and DWE7491RS - 10" Table Saw with…
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