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Rockwell LithiumTech Cordless Combo Kit Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Rockwell LithiumTechTM RK1801K2 18-Volt Cordless Combo Kit The folks at Rockwell sent us some of their new LithiumTech cordless tools to test. We just tested the RK1801K2 18-Volt Cordless Combo Kit that includes an 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Drill/Driver and an 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Impact Driver along with a great carrying case and battery charger. The line of…

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Should You Buy John Deere Mowers at Box Stores?

By Todd Fratzel on Landscaping

Article Update This has been a popular article for quite some time. I wanted to update it and respond to some of the comments that have been left about my take on things. More specifically I want to comment about some of the confusion in the comments. It is true that some of the Box…

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Harvey Introduces BetterGrain Finish Option

By Todd Fratzel on Windows

Harvey BetterGrain™ Harvey Building Products has announced a new premium finish, BetterGrain,  available on qualified windows and door products. Harvey BetterGrain gives you the maintenance free benefits of energy efficient vinyl windows with a premium paint finish in three colors. According to Harvey: No longer will you have to choose between the maintenance-free performance of…

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Sears Blue Lawn & Garden Crew Spreads Green Across America

By Todd Fratzel on Lawn Care

SEARS BLUE LAWN & GARDEN CREW READY TO SPREAD MORE GREEN ACROSS AMERICA THIS SPRING Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt Encourages Americans to Nominate Their Ball Field, Park or Playground for a Rehab Project from Sears Hoffman Estates, Ill. (March 30, 2010) – Spring has arrived and as America thaws out, the marks left behind…

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Top 5 Must Have Power Tools

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Tools & Products

This is a popular post that we’ve run here several times and thought it was worth updating. Enjoy! Must Have Power Tools I’ve had a couple of people ask me what basic power tools should they buy for basic home improvement projects or a new workshop. I’ve listed my Top 5 Must Have Power Tools…

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Lumber Liquidators Teams Up With ShelterBox USA

By Todd Fratzel on Safety

Lumber Liquidators Teams Up With ShelterBox USA to Provide Safety and Shelter to Natural Disaster Survivors ShelterBox Day, Saturday, April 3, Offers Opportunity to Help Rebuild Lives While You Embark On Home Improvement Projects TOANO, VIRGINIA (March 30, 2010) –For many, warmer weather means it’s time for spring-cleaning and home improvement projects. For others though,…

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Basement Versatility

By Todd Fratzel on Basements

Superior Walls NEW HOLLAND, PA. –  What would you do with an extra floor of living space in your home? Go ahead and dream a little. How would you use “found space” in your next home by having a basement made from pre-cast insulated foundation systems? Warm and dry, Xi™ wall panels from Superior Walls®…

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10 Tips For Saving Time In The Garden

By Todd Fratzel on Gardening

Today’s guest post comes from Tee Riddle, Author of Veggie Gardener. Saving Time In The Garden Just about every gardener faces a few battles while growing their favorite vegetables or flowers. Two of the most difficult battles always seem to be time and space. It is difficult to do anything about the size of your…

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