Inground Swimming Pools

Choosing An Inground Swimming Pool Choosing an inground swimming pool type can be confusing, frustrating, and overwhelming. My first advice (which is the same with any construction project) is to arm yourself with information and meet with and get estimates from several different contractors. Spend time asking friends and family for referrals if any of…

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Outdoor Fire Pit and Patio

Above are some 3D renderings that I made while planning this project. I used these to discuss the project with a landscaper. (Side Note: projects like this can be done as a DIY, however, they are quite complex and better suited for a professional.) The renderings really helped him understanding of what we were looking…

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WoodTrac Ceiling System Review

WoodTrac Ceiling System I’m a huge proponent of using suspended ceilings (drop ceilings, acoustic tile ceilings) for finished basements because they allow easy access to electrical, plumbing and heating utilities that are typically suspended from the floor framing above.  Lots of my customers cringe when I make this suggestion because they don’t like the appearance…

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How To Make a Tablesaw Crosscut Sled

Precision Tablesaw Crosscut Sled A precision tablesaw crosscut sled is one of the best workshop jigs you can make for woodworking projects. I’ve been putting this project off for such a long time and finally it made it to my priority list. I’ve got a really fun chess board project coming up and this will…

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Build A Shed Series Part 1 | Planning The Build

Get the Permit I live in a town with “Lake” in the name so the town has stricter rules than most on the amount of impervious surfaces allowed on a lot. The more impervious surface, the more run off into lakes and streams. With run off comes a lot of sand and salt from the…

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