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DEWALT Impact Ready Accessories Every job that I’m on these days has every trade using some type of impact driver. They have become popular with the electricians, plumbers, HVAC guys and our carpenters can’t survive without them. We use them for driving screws, lags and truss locks into the engineered lumber. Impact drivers are capable…
One TIME® Wood Protector This spring I was asked to take the One TIME Challenge. The challenge was to try One TIME on our Cambara decking to see the benefits of this proprietary acrylate resin blend to create a long lasting protection against the sun and weather. Key Features and Benefits Protects wood for at…
Husky 3000 PSI Gas Pressure Washer This summer I purchased the Husky 3000 PSI, 2.5 GPM, Axial Cam Pump, Pressure Washer to use around my house for cleaning our decks, porches, railings and miscellaneous yard care. I purchased the pressure washer from The Home Depot for $399. Husky Pressure Washer Features According to the manufacturer…
Porter-Cable 352VS Belt Sander Review Belt sanders are great for medium to heavy duty parallel grain sanding. Our crew at work uses the Porter-Cable 352VS 8 Amp 3-Inch-by-21-Inch Variable Speed Belt Sander for all of our serious sanding projects like decks, flooring, doors and cabinetry. 352VS Belt Sander Features According to the manufacturer the 352VS…
Panasonic LCD HDTV I recently purchased the Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L32X1 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV for our Master Bedroom Makeover. I was looking for a great performing LCD High Definition TV at a great price and I found it with this Panasonic LCD set. I really had no need for a 1080 resolution set…
Ryobi TEK4 RP4010 – Laser Distance Measure I recently wrote about the new line of Ryobi TEK4 Cordless Tools including the RP4010 Professional Laser Distance Measure. Laser distance measuring devices have become very popular and useful. RP4010 Features The Ryobi RP4010 Laser Distance Measure boasts the following features according to the manufacturer: Advanced Measurement Capabilities…
Black & Decker AutoWrench The Black & Decker AutoWrench is another innovative tool that I recently had the pleasure of testing and reviewing. This is one of those cool tool inventions that makes so much sense I only wish it was my idea! The Black & Decker Automatic Adjustable Wrench (AutoWrench) is a battery powered…
Ryobi TEK4 Lithium-Ion Tools Ryobi has recently released a new line of lithium-ion tools in the TEK4 series. I just tested the new Ryobi TEK4 Self-Leveling Plumb / Cross Laser. The TEK4 line of 4-Volt Lithium-Ion tools is an interesting new line of cordless tools for the construction and DIY industry. This line of 4-Volt…
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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