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January 30th, 2012 — furniture, Guest Blogger, Handy Man, Product Reviews
CLR Outdoor Furniture Cleaner claims to be fast and easy. Supposedly you only need to wipe and rinse, as seen on TV. What it is: CLR is an instant cleaner for plastic or resin, rattan, wicker, wood, wrought iron, vinyl, PVC, and canvas furniture. On top of that it is biodegradable and will not harm [...]
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Skil 18V Circular Saw Product Review This review is for the Skil 18v, which is a cordless circular saw that comes in the Skil combo kit #2895LI-20. The saws own model number is 5995. The 5995 has very good stats for a homeowner/do-it-yourselfer’s circular saw. The 0 load rpm is 4200, and the unit only weighs...... -
Safe Power Tool Care Most professional style power tools are really rough and tough. We can use them hard, we can heat them up, we can drop them, we can beat up on them, and they withstand it as we do this to them over and over and over again. We never really stop...... -
Softwood Varieties Softwood is a type of lumber that is produced from coniferous trees. Coniferous trees are trees that have needles and cones, such as evergreen species of trees. Examples of the softwood species of trees include redwood, pine, spruce, fir and hemlock. The main source of softwood lumber is spruce, fir...... -
Guide to Adhesives pt 2 Cyano Acrylate Adhesive - Cyano Acrylate Adhesive is a one part adhesive that comes ready to be used in a liquid form. It can be applied directly from the tube but directions on the packaging need to be followed strictly. This adhesive is indicated for china, porcelain, glassware, plastic and...... -
9 Easy Ways to Green Your Home Greening up your home is actually a lot simpler than spending thousands on solar panels for your roof, and does not have to involve composting or growing all of your own food if you do not want it to. You do not have to be a hippy tree-hugger to want......
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January 25th, 2012 — Handy Man, Product Reviews, Tools
When it comes to guys, there are few things which are more impressive than a good tool. Whenever a new tool hits the market, there are some guys who are sure to want it right away. There are others who will wait until there is something which is highly useful and a great value. The [...]
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How to Design an Exterior Lighting Plan When it comes to focusing on curb appeal, many homeowners get caught up with plantings and fixtures, but fail to find ways to highlight all of their hard work. Whenever you add something new to the outside of your home, you're going to want to show it off! Simple...... -
The Basics of Drilling 3 Drilling without splinters! Drilling a hole completely through a piece of stock is going to leave an edge that is rough and splintery on the way out. In order to create a hole that is clean, you should look for the point of the bit as it is piercing through...... -
Home Office Ideas Home working has reached a level where it has once again become a major part of the economy. It is especially big in Europe. For example, approximately 4 million residents in the UK work from home necessitating the need to optimise their office spaces in order to improve efficiency, while...... -
Lots of Tool Tips Another Nutty Trick Let us say that you need to remove a nut with the use of an open end wrench but the wrench is too large for the nut. When you can do is insert a coin or a washer in between the nut and the wrench. The coin...... -
Tool Box Essentials pt 2 It does not matter where you are living, or whether you are renting or owning your home. If you have four walls as well as a roof, then you are eventually going to have something that requires repairing, installing or updating. Having the right tools makes all the difference in......
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January 8th, 2012 — Garden, Handy Man, Landscape, Product Reviews
When you see pictures of gardens in magazines and online, raised beds are common elements. If you’d like to have one or more of those in your garden, now you can do so without the work and the hassle of building one of those beds. A raised bed created with the M Brace is an [...]
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The Hidden Danger Lurking Under Your Bed and Over Your Head When it comes to looking for trouble spots in our homes, we are generally drawn to the obvious. Plumbing systems, heating systems and the things that we see every day will get the most attention when it comes to spotting early warning signs and taking care of problems before they...... -
6 Tips for Getting Your Lawn Ready for Winter Even though you may be done with mowing for the year, that doesn’t mean that your lawn doesn’t need more attention before winter strikes. Whether you live in a warm climate or a cold one, by taking the time to take care of your lawn before winter comes, you can...... -
Guide to Landscaping Tools No matter what type of home maintenance or repair job you’re doing, it pays to have the right tools, and landscaping is no different. While some elements of a good landscaping job don’t actually require any tools, having some available makes those tasks quite a bit easier. Other parts of...... - Home Office Ideas Home working has reached a level where it has once again become a major part of the economy. It is especially big in Europe. For example, approximately 4 million residents in the UK work from home necessitating the need to optimise their office spaces in order to improve efficiency, while......
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Build a Backyard DIY Pond A backyard DIY pond is a beautiful addition to your home that doesn't have to cost a fortune. Having a pond installed can be pricey, but worth it if you don't want to tackle the job yourself. To save on labor costs, look at the steps and you'll probably realize......
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December 14th, 2011 — Handy Man, Product Reviews, Project, Tools
Liquid Wrench, a company that’s been in business since 1941, knows how to make products people really need and use. Their product line includes lubricants, penetrating oils and protectants for people who know that one product can’t do everything. While some products on the market today are hyped as all-purpose or multi-purpose, Liquid Wrench knows [...]
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Tools for the Carpenter The well versed carpenter has many tools in his possession to help with his or her trade. Without these proper tools, the carpenter can not do his task or complete their project. Those new to the hobby will want to find and buy all at once the tools that are...... -
How to Refinish Furniture When it comes time to replace your furniture, you may be able to save money and refinish the piece of furniture. What that entails is to remove the old finish, prepare for the new finish, and then apply the new finish. A little bit of effort can save you a...... -
Review: Basic Home Repair: Home Improvement DVD The Basic Home Repair: Home Improvement DVD is designed to provide complete details and lessons on home repair topics including energy conservation, home security, replacing a faucet, sweating copper pipes, replacing toilets, unclogging drain clogs, replacing the caulk on a tub, replacing lighting fixtures, repairing broken lamps, replacing tiles that...... - Burn Jel Plus Review If you have ever suffered from a minor burn at the hands of your oven, iron or hair appliances, you probably know that it is not a lot of fun. There are a host of old wives remedies that spring to mind, but few ever get the job done right.......
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Removing Caulk Guide If you are planning on putting down caulk, you probably have caulk that needs to be removed. Unless you are installing something brand new, there is likely caulk left behind that has to be taken care of. The following is a brief tutorial that will give you some useful tips......
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December 7th, 2011 — Handy Man, Product Reviews, Tools
This review is for the Skil 18v, which is a cordless circular saw that comes in the Skil combo kit #2895LI-20. The saws own model number is 5995. The 5995 has very good stats for a homeowner/do-it-yourselfer’s circular saw. The 0 load rpm is 4200, and the unit only weighs about 5lbs. At first glance [...]
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Guide to Adhesives pt 1 Here is a two part guide to adhesives that you can use for home repair, building and other DIY projects. Using the right adhesive is an important part of getting the best results in your do it yourself projects, so consult this guide when you aren't sure which adhesive is...... -
Buying a Circular Saw Circular saws are excellent tools, and are perceived to be one of the most common tools that you will find within a workshop. The circular saw was originally invented back in the year 1780. The circular saw is also regularly regarded as the Skil saw or the buzz saw, but...... - Lots of Tool Tips Another Nutty Trick Let us say that you need to remove a nut with the use of an open end wrench but the wrench is too large for the nut. When you can do is insert a coin or a washer in between the nut and the wrench. The coin......
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How to Replace Window Screens Windows screens may look tough, but many times they are all too fragile. One small tear can mean a house filled with bugs, but thankfully, it’s easy enough to fix them if you have the right tools. Here’s a quick guide to replacing and repairing window screens that anyone can...... -
Installing a New Medicine Cabinet If your medicine cabinet has seen better days, or you would like to add one where there is only a mirror, there are a few options available to you. It is easy to find prebuilt medicine cabinets at any home improvement store, so this article will focus on installing these.......
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December 3rd, 2011 — Handy Man, Product Reviews
If you have ever suffered from a minor burn at the hands of your oven, iron or hair appliances, you probably know that it is not a lot of fun. There are a host of old wives remedies that spring to mind, but few ever get the job done right. Have you ever really felt [...]
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6 Ways to Childproof Your Home Children are a blessing, but if you are expecting a new arrival, there are quite a few things that you will need to do to your home to make sure that it is childproof. As soon as they are able to crawl, they are able to get hurt, so it...... -
How to Stain Concrete Concrete normally comes in one color – grey – and after awhile, it can get pretty boring looking at the same old thing. If you want to increase the curb appeal of your home, or you just want something new to look at, staining concrete is one of the easiest...... -
How to Buy the Right Water Heater A water heater is an essential appliance that is commonly overlooked in many homes. Typically they will provide years of service, and you may never realize that it is either terribly inefficient or even faulty. Here are some tips to help you determine whether your current water heater should be...... - Review: Joey Green's Fix-It Magic: More than 1,971 Quick-and-Easy Household Solutions Using Labeled the Mad Scientist of Home Improvement, Joey Green has come out with another book where he lists of over 1900 easy household solutions using products you probably already have around the house. This tome is definitely a good one for the green movement, as you will be reusing products......
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Review of CLR Outdoor Furniture Cleaner CLR Outdoor Furniture Cleaner claims to be fast and easy. Supposedly you only need to wipe and rinse, as seen on TV. What it is: CLR is an instant cleaner for plastic or resin, rattan, wicker, wood, wrought iron, vinyl, PVC, and canvas furniture. On top of that it is......
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August 7th, 2010 — Handy Man, Product Reviews, Tools
