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Superior Dust Collection Dust Right™ Dual Port exclusively from Rockler combines dust collection above and below a router table with a single, standard 4’’ hose. MEDINA, MN (April 13, 2010) – Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has introduced two new dust collection components that expand the patented Dust Right system to the router table. The Rockler…
SnapStone – Floating Porcelain Tile System For many DIY’ers and home improvement fanatics the thought of installing ceramic tile can be quite daunting and ultimately a reason for another flooring selection. Those second thoughts are no longer justified with the option of installing SnapStone yourself. Recently the folks from SnapStone sent us some samples of…
Here’s a new product that is really hard to imagine hasn’t existed until now! Finally a bath faucet with the convenience of a pull-out sprayer! The New OutReach Centerset Lavatory Faucet Puts Innovation and Convenience Well Within Reach A new pull-out spray spout introduces one-of-a-kind flexibility to the bathroom PISCATAWAY, N.J. (April 8, 2010) —…
DeWalt Cordless XRP™ Li-Ion Impact Driver Kit We recently had the pleasure of testing the DeWalt DC827KL 18-Volt XRPTM Li-Ion Impact Driver. The XRP™ Lithium Ion impact driver features a battery designed with Lithium Ion cells that provide users with increased battery durability and cycle life, offering 2,000 recharges. The battery is compatible with the…
Precast Concrete Piers In a previous posts I wrote about Porch and Deck Pier Footings and I highlighted a really great construction product, the precast concrete pier. Precast concrete piers are really great and we use them exclusively for porches and decks when we build new homes. On a recent project, Total House Construction Series…
SuperGrip – Silicone Grip Palm Gloves The folks at Snap-on sent us some of their new gloves, SuperGrip, to try out and review. Snap-on is known for making top notch tools for the automotive industry. When they asked if we’d like to try their new gloves we jumped at the chance knowing the quality of…
John Deere X300 Yearly Maintenance Every spring I perform the recommended yearly maintenance on my John Deere X300 mower. I bought this mower just over three years ago so this is the third spring season after three full summers of mowing with it. I purchased a home maintenance kit which contained the oil, oil filter,…
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…
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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