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Remodeling Payback With Windows COLUMBUS, OHIO – Even during these belt-tightening economic times, homeowners are adding value to their homes by continuing to invest in remodeling projects. And, according to the Remodeling 2011–12 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com), the replacement of older, inefficient windows with upscale vinyl replacement windows is one of the ten most…
What Does It Mean to Be Green? Green building or Building Green is a different approach to building houses. It details each step in the design and construction process, from choosing a building site to installing a heating system, and selecting materials. It also means using “best practice” techniques and thoughtful planning to make sure…
DEWALT 20 Volt MAX 1/4-inch Impact Drivers (DCF895C2, DCF895L2 and DCF895B) DEWALT just announced they are releasing three new 1/4-inch Brushless Impact Drivers. This is a first-ever for DEWALT. At 3.6 pounds and 5-1/4″ in length this new driver looks very similar to it’s 20 Volt older sibling but as DEWALT Product Manager Jeremy Torok says “We like…
Installing a Custom Fireplace Mantel In the finish carpentry world a Custom Fireplace Mantel is often the aesthetic showpiece of a room. People use mantles to display family photos, treasured artworks, knickknacks and, more recently flat screen televisions. Do You Need A Stock Mantel or Custom Made? Many fireplaces built in today’s homes are of…
Milwaukee 5/8” SDS Plus Hammer Drill Model 5263-21 REVIEW As I get older I’m finding myself talking the time to make jigs, buy tools or use two wheelers or a helper anytime I can. Why? I’m on the quest to find “the easier way.” You know, the way that doesn’t beat your body up and leave you…
Milwaukee Band Saw Model # 6232-21 Milwaukee’s new Deep Cut Band Saws promises deliver on the job-site! It’s 11 Amps, superior cut visibility and the largest cut capacity all help this Pro tool live up to many difficult job-site tasks. All these features are delivered in a slimmer housing that has a better line of sight!…
Heavy Duty DEWALT DWX725 Saw Horses: A sawhorse is basically a four legged beam used to support material, work table top or to stand on with a plank. Over the years I have grown to favor the cheap plastic folding sawhorses. My reasoning was ease of storage and weight. The problem with these folding saw horses…
Cleaning A Bluestone Patio Many people do not know how to clean a patio. It’s really a matter of using the correct product and following a few simple steps. I use a product called Stain Solver which works great. Using Stain Solver Many homes have blue-stone walkways, steps and patios. The problem is blue-stone…
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