By Matt Weber There’s no secret to the advantages of a sprayed paint finish. If applied correctly, spraying a coat of paint will result in
Nu-WoodTM, a leading industry synthetic millwork manufacturer, now offers faux polyurethane brick and stone masonry panel options in eight different styles and 15 different hand
By Matt Weber Each year, professional remodelers and building-product suppliers put their heads together at the Remodeling Show/Deck Expo, where new tools and materials get
Stanford scientists have developed the first snaking robot that moves like a vine. Its ability to grow across distances without moving its whole body could
Never underestimate the power of curb appeal. A whopping 99 percent of National Association of Realtors members believe it’s important in attracting a buyer.
This new HVLP sprayer from HOMERIGHT will make painting and staining furniture and whatever else needs a fine finish easy – from application to cleanup.
Q: Is shellac really made from insects? A: Shellac wood finish is made from a resin secreted by the female lac bug, on trees in
Q: What type of footing is required for a concrete block wall? A: To construct a block wall, you need to establish a solid footing
Q: I like the look of tray ceilings, but wouldn’t it be a bad idea to cut through the ceiling joists of my home to
Q: How do I apply a German schmear to brick? A: A “German schmear” (or “smear”) is a technique of whitewashing brick by smearing lightly
Deckorators Fasteners Deckorators offers The Stowaway Hidden Fastener and the Cortex Hidden Fastening System. The Stowaway Hidden Fastener discreetly secures deck boards to joists with
Pro work requires Pro tools. The 10 gallon 5.0-Peak Horsepower Pro Pack Plus Wet Dry Vac from RIDGID, engineered with superior storability, portability, functionally, and
The front steps of our project house had two problems: They were ugly and dangerous. We needed to make them pretty and safe.
Here’s an email I received from the Power Tool Institute that might interest you: You are receiving this email because you were one of
By Matt Weber I recently spent a few days at the Home Depot headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. I toured the facility, explored the company’s Product
SYRACUSE, IN – What are two of the most popular polyurethane product lines manufactured by Nu-WoodTM? The Indiana-based company produces 76 different styles of durable
A DIY Storm Door Project By Rob Robillard A storm door is very much part of a home’s curb appeal. We were recently asked to
Nail guns: You can aim a nail for precise placement and stop worrying about bent fasteners or hammered thumbs. Nail guns also spare your
Water damage can come from a wide range of plumbing issues. A slab leak, a bathtub overflow, a faulty water heater and more can cause
WAUSEON, OHIO – Haas Door, manufacturer of premium steel and aluminum residential and commercial garage doors, has enhanced its line of residential American Tradition SeriesTM
During a recent kitchen remodel, we included the Kai Kitchen Faucet from Pfister with a new countertop/cabinet/backsplash installation. With its modern artistic design, the Kai
Coastal living isn’t always easy and carefree … especially if you live in Florida. As most experts relate, there are four vulnerable parts of a
Staining and sealing for protection from the elements By Matt Weber The best way to protect the look and performance of outdoor wood is to
SYRACUSE, IN – The often overlooked “fifth wall” in a room can be a showstopper — when a coffered ceiling is added. Tilton Coffered
MILLS RIVER, N.C. – Made in the USA Day on July 2nd serves as the ideal time to focus on the benefits of constructing
(guest post by Fran Donegan) Cordless string trimmers are beginning to catch on with the general public. If you’re interested in adding them to
Timeless woodgrain carriage house styles. Colorful attention-grabbing contemporary accents. Statement-making designs with eye-catching appeal. Experts at Haas Door recommend that homeowners open themselves — and
The two large garage doors at the front of the house accounted for a great deal of its exterior decor. To give the house
Too often when it rains, water does not flow outof most rain gutters – NOT GOOD!
Q: I’m building a work-shed supported by concrete blocks, but I live in a cold climate so I’d like to enclose the space beneath the
Q: What is Dry Ice Cleaning? A: Dry Ice Cleaning (aka Dry Ice Blasting) is a process in which particles of solid carbon dioxide (dry
Q: How Do I Fix a Leaky Garbage Disposal? A: First step when working on a garbage disposal is to safely disconnect the electrical power
On my recent trip to the Home Depot Headquarters, I got the chance to test out a few cool tool accessories I thought the EHT
Re-Grip Re-Grip is the simple, affordable way to add a new grip to any handle, lever or tool within seconds and with no mess. This non-slip grip increases
Among the EHT staff’s favorite modern tool innovations is the laser measuring devices that are suited for the light-duty contractor and DIY’er. These tools are
YARDMAX®, a manufacturer of innovative, high-quality outdoor power equipment (OPE), announced today the availability of its new line of YARDMAX Concrete Mixers, available in 1.6
Around seven years ago, I reviewed some high-performance metal cutting saws from Evolution Power Tools. A couple weeks ago, the company again reached out to
A Reference Guide for Pneumatic Fasteners By Steve Wilson
Rescue an old wooden porch from the elements. By Clint C. Thomas, Esq. Your house is in a constant state of battle with the sun
LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. (May 16, 2017) YARDMAX®, a manufacturer of innovative, high-quality outdoor power equipment (OPE), announced today the availability of its new line of YARDMAX
At a recent press event that I attended at the Home Depot headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, I took part in a volunteer team of blog-writing
I recently spent a few days at the Home Depot headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. I toured the facility, explored the company’s Product Quality and Engineering
by Joseph Truini If you’re an active do-it-yourselfer, woodworker or hobbyist, you probably have to sand wood on a regular basis. The often tedious and
By Matt Weber Water leaks are house killers, and this drywall repair story is testament to
Accent your lawn and landscape with a splash of color A well-kept lawn is the hallmark of a handsome home, but flower gardens and accents
Check out these four DIY-friendly approaches to wall trim. By Matt Weber
Uponor’s PEX tubing offers a more flexible, efficient, and durable alternative to traditional piping methods. Both Uponor’s plumbing (AquaPEX) and heating (hePEX) tubing hold a
Viance Offers Enhanced Warranties To alleviate any confusion and clarify what you can expect from their treated wood products, Viance
Q: How is polyacrylic different from polyurethane for a woodworking finish? A: Polyurethane is a widely used oil-based finish that creates a durable protective shell
Q: I’d like to move a backyard shed about thirty feet to make room for a new deck. Is there a way to move it
Q: I have a metal handrail that has some rust spots, including an area at the bottom of the hollow post where the metal has
Q: What’s the best way to match a popcorn-textured ceiling when making a repair? A: Home centers will usually carry a Popcorn Texture Patch product
By Sarah Green Carmichael Photos By Ben Carmichael Photography If you’ve redone a bathroom lately—or even taken a peek inside a home design magazine or
It seems that “smart” technology is overtaking the world, and soon virtually all the electronic appliances in your home will be able to wirelessly network
It seems that “smart” technology is overtaking the world, and soon virtually all the electronic appliances in your home will be able to wirelessly network
A simple leaky gasket can cause a big problem. You wouldn’t think a bathtub overflow drain would be the source of a water leak, especially
SnapPower, a consumer tech company that specializes in outlet cover plates, recently released its new product, the SnapPower
Use a steel wire to stabilize a leaning post and prevent further damage to your fence. A fence is only as strong as its posts.
By Mark Clement Inspired by Stonehenge, I call this project Plant-henge. I love projects that combine carpentry and landscaping; cool layout, dirt, big changes and
(guest post by Ryan Bridges) Fences can serve different purposes. Your home might need one to keep your livestock in and wild animals out, improve
By Tom Matthews Caulk products serve a number of functions around the home, but it all boils down
A home’s landscaping should have clean lawn lines with sharp borders and have well defined bed areas and
Cordless power tools … If you’re reading this blog then you probably use them — a lot. With their ample power and compact portability,
Scheduled for this May in Las Vegas, Nevada, the 2017 National Hardware Show is the prime place for face-to-face networking between manufacturing companies and home-improvement
(guest post by Joseph Truini) For more than 85 years, rotary tools have been favored by woodworkers, metal fabricators, machinists, toy makers, hobbyists, jewelers,
EcoBlend Roofing Tiles The EcoBlend polymer shake and slate roofs from DaVinci Roofscapes reflect sunlight and heat away
Sorting through my tax-return paperwork reminded me to check the IRS website to see what new 2017 Federal tax credits are available that I can
(guest post by Joseph Alongi) There’s a lot of work that goes into selling a home. As one of the biggest financial transactions you’ll ever
Tips and Tricks to Build a Treated Wood Fence By Matt Weber Privacy fences not only limit how much of your property other people can
Armstrong-Clark Company announces three new colors using high quality trans-oxide pigments to its oil base wood stain product line. Black Walnut was formulated to respond
The Simple Way to Add a New Grip What do you do when the grip on your favorite
By Merle Henkenius How will you know when your water heater needs to be replaced? When its steel tank begins to leak. Conventional gas and
By Clint C. Thomas, Esq. Photography By Sterling Thomas It has been said that the lumber available today is not as dense or as solid
Q: I’m planning to build a deck attached to the rear of the house. It will be about 2 feet high. Is it necessary to
Q: The fan to my furnace/AC system stays on after the furnace has finished its heating cycle. This causes it to blow unheated air non-stop,
Q: I’d like to add a ceiling fan in my bedroom, but the center of the room (where I’d like to locate it) falls right
Q: I replaced the floor tile in a bathroom. The new tile isn’t nearly as thick as the old tile, and now my toilet sits
Believe it or not, life in paradise has its down side. If you’re a homeowner, the constant salt air, strong winds and sea spray can
By Matt Weber A shower diverter valve switches the supply of water from the faucet to the shower
What to Consider when Hanging Wood Planks Overhead By Matt Weber A wood plank ceiling offers the same classic décor as a wood plank floor,
(guest post by Steve Wilson) Out-of-square kitchen floors can challenge any tile installer who wants to do a good job. Fortunately, there are several ways
Once your yard wakes up from the winter, you’ll have a lot of outdoor work on your hands. Here are some new tools to help
Here’s some big news in the tool world: Craftsman, which has for decades been the trademark tool brand of Sears Holdings, has been purchased by
When a company has been around for over 130 years, how do they stay innovative? If they’re smart, they keep an eye on evolving platforms
Copper Press Fittings, like Viega’s ProPress series, are a relatively new alternative to traditional pipe connections. While these fittings provide a plethora of advantages, the
California Air Tools’ 1P1060S Portable Air Compressor The new 1P1060S Portable Air Compressor from California Air Tools is designed to be one of the quietest
By Tom Matthews Power tools are big, noisy and fun, but it’s often the smaller tools that get the big jobs accomplished. Check out this
Dress up your rafters with a decorative tail pattern By Matt Weber At the recent Remodeling Show/Deck Expo in Baltimore, Maryland, the EHT staff caught
By Matt Weber Bugs… Nobody wants them inside their house, but that’s what was flying through the big rips in our previous back-door screen. The
Decks offer homeowners a versatile way to customize their outdoor entertainment area. From a wide range of building materials to an even wider array of
Seattle, Wash. – Attractive paint colors, landscaping and decorative millwork can all make a home exterior more appealing. However, it’s what lies beneath the
Taco’s NEW SmartPlug is the patented tool designed to efficiently operate a home’s water heater both when the tenants are home and when they are
One of the greatest comforts in the world can be the satisfaction in knowing that you treat your home with a high level of care.
(guest post by Ryan Tyson; image via Flickr by oatsy40) Homebuyers face a certain degree of risk when they sign on the dotted line. They
(guest post by Steve Wilson) These days, the default 16-oz. claw hammer spends more time coaxing things into place than it does driving nails into
Q: What is the best type of screen material for a screened porch? A: Fiberglass and aluminum are the two main choices for a screen
Q: Why is it necessary to wait a few weeks before staining a new pressure-treated deck? A: Treatment with waterborne preservatives leaves moisture in the
Q: Is there any easier method of extracting a broken fence post than digging up the entire concrete base? A: After removing the fence rails
The best footing tube base & pier footing tubes available today are made by Bigfoot Systems®. The Bigfoot team has been in the construction business for many years and has developed a variety of Bigfoot products for all your construction needs. Rigid plastic footing forms are alternatives to conventional forming methods for concrete pier […]
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