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Paslode CR175C Roofing Nailer Paslode recently introduced the CR175C Roofing Nailer at the 2010 Remodelers Show in Baltimore. The CR175C is a continuation of their popular fuel powered cordless nailer built for roofing. Paslode recently sent us the new CR175C to test on a job and below are our thoughts on this exciting new product.…
Valspar® Signature Colors® with Hi-Def Advanced Color System™ Technology We recently remodeled our previous guest room into a beautiful new room for our daughter who’s turning 3 and leaving behind the nursery and crib. As part of the remodel we needed to paint over a very dark purplish color with a much lighter shade of…
12 Volt MAX Compact Lithium Two-Tool Kit (PCL212IDC-2) Porter-Cable jumped into the compact 12 volt category this summer when they introduced the new 12 Volt MAX Lithium Cordless Tools. They recently sent us the 12 Volt MAX Two-Tool Kit (PCL212IDC-2) to test and evaluate. So here’s our review just in time for this exciting new…
Bostitch GFN1564K Angled Finish Nailer This summer the folks at Bostitch announced a new line of gas-powered nailers including three finish nailers. They recently sent us the all new GFN1564K 15 Gauge FN Angled Finish Nailer to review. In addition to the this nailer they also introduced a 16 gauge straight nailer and an 18…
Delta Touch2O Faucets Donated To School This summer I had the pleasure of overseeing the construction of a large addition for a non-profit Montessori School here in NH. Several very generous vendors donated materials to the project including the folks at Delta Faucets. The folks at Delta were very kind and donated two Touch2O® Technology…
Craftsman Accutrac Laser Measuring Tool Craftsman recently introduced the Craftsman Accurtrac Laser Measuring Tool. They recently sent us this new tool to test and evaluate. Laser Measuring Tools have revolutionized the way many contractors estimate and bid work. For me personally I can’t do my daily job without one of these tools. The days of…
Snap-On 12-Outlet Power Strip Snap-on continues to release tools to make our shops more productive. They recently introduced the Snap-on 12-Outlet Power Strip (#92278). They sent us a sample to test out and the following are some thoughts on this new product. Product Details There’s no scouting for an outlet with the new Snap-on 12-Outlet…
Milwaukee Sawzall Model 6519-31 Milwaukee recently introduced an all new version of the ever popular Sawzall Reciprocating Saw. The all new Sawzall models have been improved to cut up to 2x faster and last 2x longer than their older models. Considering the amazing reputation of these tools to out perform the competition over the years…
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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