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Duo-Fast DF350S The new Duo-Fast 20º Round Head Framing Nailer System is the latest pneumatic nail gun from Duo-Fast Construction. This new nail gun was developed to respond to construction professionals input direct from the field. This new nail gun comes packed with features that provide more power, better balance and superior reliability. The Duo-Fast…
Over the coming days I’ll be reviewing three new framing nail guns. The folks at Paslode Cordless and Duo-Fast Construction are sending along the nail guns and I’ll be having my crew put them to the test! We’ll be trying out: Paslode PowerFramer 350 The Paslode PowerFramer 350 is the latest pneumatic framing nail gun…
Walk-In Closet Design Project We just finished a walk-in closet design project at our home and we used EasyClosets products. The project included painting our walk-in closet and installing custom closet shelving and accessories. We started this project with a budget of $2,500 and ended up spending just over $2,400. EasyClosets.com While I was researching…
Recommended Cordless Drill Combo Recently the guys on my carpentry crew purchased a new “mini” cordless drill combo to use for finish work. Using a standard 18-volt cordless drill like the DeWalt 18-Volt Drill that I use can be very difficult in tight spaces because of the large battery pack and overall size of the…
High Pressure Compressor One of the challenges with today’s advanced framing materials is using pneumatic nailers. Pneumatic nailers get a real workout trying to drive nails deep into LVLs’, Paralams, and TJI flanges. One of the best ways to overcome this difficulty is by using a high pressure compressor. I’ve had the pleasure of working…
Today I had the pleasure of trying out the Makita 2704X1 Contractors 15 Amp 10-Inch Benchtop Table Saw with Stand. We’re building a new house for a client and the homeowner just ordered this table saw. He had it all set up in the basement next to our Bosch Worksite Table Saw. First of all…
We are building a house at work for a customer and they’ve chosen Kenmore Pro Series appliances. The Kenmore Pro Side-By-Side Built-In Refrigerator was delivered the other day and it’s impressive to say the least. Then again any refrigerator that costs more than $5,000 should be quite impressive. If you’re looking for professional grade appliances…
I’ve written several articles about an Energy Star House we’re building right now for a customer at work. The house features the new Harvey Tribute Windows with high performance package. Harvey Tribute Windows The Harvey Tribute Windows with the High Performance Package is an upgraded window line from Harvey that offers customers a superior energy…
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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