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Stone veneer that installs without the mess of mortar is rapidly growing in popularity among DIY’ers. Rather than mixing batch after batch of mortar and
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NEWPRO uses Tando® Exterior Products for Transformational Curb Appeal Woburn, MA-based company, NEWPRO, one of the largest siding remodelers in New England, is a third-generation
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By Francesca Holmes How many times have you passed by your neighbor’s lush landscaped garden and felt a tinge of envy run through your body?
Eric Posillo Builders Recreates New England Coastal Beauty for Custom Home in Narragansett, RI Based in Wakefield, RI, Eric Posillo Builders is known for quality
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By Tom Matthews A new coat of paint is one of the most striking enhancements one can make to the curb appeal of a home.
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By Alex Ligorotis While a garage door isn’t something that homeowners often think about, they should! Waiting until your door is damaged, dingy or stops
NovikStone® Introduces On-Trend Color Onyx to Dry Stack and Premium Hand-Cut Stone Siding Lineups Quebec City, Quebec – Novik®, a brand of Derby Building Products,
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A Photo Illustrated Step-by-Step Woodworking Project By Clint Thomas People are the same everywhere and have been the same throughout history. We’ve all heard the
Americans will be doing more outdoor home improvement projects this spring and they’ll be spending much more time on these tasks. According to the 2022
Bringing a dream deck project to life has never been easier than with the MoistureShield® Outdoor Project Hub, a new online tool that helps users
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Greenport Passive House Kitchen by The Turett Collaborative Looking to Design a More Sustainable Kitchen? Start Here: Architect Wayne Turett Shares 12 Tips for Creating
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Dovetail joints are extremely strong and attractive joints, and are traditionally used on boxes, chests, quality furniture and cabinet drawers.
A New Metal Roof Tops Off a Florida Remodeling Project By Clint Thomas, Esq. My daughter and her husband recently bought a fixer-upper in Florida.
First-ever Lowe’s State of the Pro Annual Report finds almost 90% of Pros value loyalty programs, especially those that help their businesses succeed MOORESVILLE, N.C.,
Remodeler Uses TandoStone® to Add Curb Appeal and Transform Exterior from Drab to Fab Quebec City, Quebec – Southers Construction Inc. recently transformed a home exterior
One spray paint shade that perfectly complements today’s wall paint trends and adds a bold statement to home interiors Bold but gentle, familiar but vibrant,
York Home Performance Partners with Utility Energy Programs to Make Homes Energy Efficient with Modern Insulation Solutions York Home Performance (YHP), a weatherization and insulation
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Event: The NAHB International Builders’ Show® Where: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL When: February 8-10, 2022 The NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is the premiere
Photo illustrated spiral stair project with 24 step-by-step photos By Matt Weber Constructing a spiral staircase is a daunting task even for experienced carpenters. For
The 2022 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) happens February 8-10 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Held in conjunction with the
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The Fontanot Zooom Plus is an electric scissor loft ladder manufactured entirely in aluminum with treads and levers in die-cast aluminum. A remote-control opens and
VERSATEX EXPANDS ITS RANGE OF WOOD-TONED PVC CEILING OPTIONS WITH NEW MAINTENANCE-FREE CANVAS SERIES™ OUTDOOR PROFILES ALIQUIPPA, Pa., —Builders, distributors and homeowners are rapidly rediscovering
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MINNEAPOLIS – Wagner SprayTech, a market leader in advanced paint applicators and tools, announces the new PaintStick® EZ Roller®. The PaintStick EZ Roller eliminates messy
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Mainely Vinyl, serving Eastern Maine, recently selected Beach House Shake®, an innovative shake material, to recapture Downeast charm for a renovated vacation home. With a
As interest in engaging pros for home improvement projects continues to surge, Dutch Boy® Paints is introducing a new product just for professionals who help
The Better, Faster and Easier Way to Install Grooved Decking with CAMO Universal Deck Clips Grand Rapids, MI — CAMO® ingenuity has done it again.
Ask any home-improvement enthusiast what tops their holiday wish list, and I doubt you’ll hear requests for calling birds or French hens. They’re more into
The new Crescent Bolt Biter impact nut extractor and driver has an innovative design that grips any nut or bolt no matter how damaged. The
New AMP™ Advanced Modified Polymer Sealants from DAP® Designed to Outperform Silicone AMP Innovative Hybrid Technology Developed for Maximum Project Performance Professionals and do-it-yourselfers alike
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Ceramic tile allows the flexibility to create one-of-a-kind designs for walls, floors and countertops. The wide range of tile styles, shapes and colors means the
Basel, Switzerland – 21 October 2021 – LSI, a global specialty chemicals business with leading positions in Microbial Control Solutions (‘MCS’) and Specialty Products Solutions (‘SPS’),
DeckWise® Hardwood Finishes are the perfect means to refresh and restore your deck or siding to its glory days. Ipe Oil® semi-transparent hardwood finish will
DEWALT adds to the growing ATOMIC Compact Series™ 20V MAX* portfolio with a new 20V MAX* 1/4-In. 3-Speed Impact Driver. This tool boasts a short
Step into the world of WiseBond™ Epoxy WiseBond™ Epoxy Systems are a premium commercial grade epoxy line made right here in the USA. Brought to
Combining a sturdy pole with a speedy saw, Litheli 40-Volt 10-Inch Cordless Pole Saw redefines the functionality of the kind. The 6.9ft aluminum pole with
Product inventory swells with introduction of stains that create Five-Star outdoor experiences YellaWood® brand pressure treated pine is the most well-known brand of treated wood
By Larry Walton You’ve decided on double French doors for your project, but you’re a little concerned about how the door swing will affect your
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By Matt Weber Give Wood Floors a Weathered Finish Like fine wine, some things get better with age, and a popular trend in wood flooring
YesWelder has launched the first-ever 5-in-1 Welder & Cutter to offer MIG, FCAW TIG, MMA, and Plasma Cutting on Kickstarter. Introducing YesWelder’s latest product,
Ultra-modern, all-aluminum collection with thin frames maximizes views and pushes the limits of design MEDFORD, Wis. – Weather Shield®, a leader in the design and
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EHT explores some basic roof framing techniques, from layout to installation.
From dressers and vanities to kitchen and bath designs, building great cabinets means knowing the basics.
By Matt Weber A car or truck’s lug nuts and studs are the crucial components that hold the wheels onto the vehicle. If they fail
By Larry Walton, photos by Mark Walton We don’t get much heat or humidity where we live but when we do, temperatures can get over
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Designed with durability in mind, Bosch releases a new 18V radio with a power station along with a compact version of the radio for maximum
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By Clint C. Thomas, Esq. Photography by Zoe Thomas How To Wire A House Electrical work, like everything else in life, can run the gamut
WiseBond™ Epoxy systems are premium commercial grade resins for woodworkers, artisans, and DIY furniture enthusiasts. This epoxy isn’t your average everyday epoxy purchased at the
Iconic Brand Turns 100 Years Old while celebrating it’s five most iconic styles – 874 Work Pant, Eisenhower Jacket, Work Shirt, Coverall, and Bib Overall
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Create a cool breeze by installing a whole house fan.
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By Rob Robillard Hardwoods floors offer an unrivaled sense of quality that survives home building trends and decorating fads. Hardwood flooring includes many species of
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The new Greenworks Pro 300-Watt Battery Operated Power Inverter gives you the ability to take power where you need it to run your laptops, tv,
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Featuring a wider 5-inch blade and longer11-inch shank, the scraper delivers 25 percent more material removal MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill. – Bosch Power Tools, the world
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WiseBond’s new Epoxy Garage Floor Kit is turning heads because it delivers a full 100% flake broadcast and a durable polyaspartic top coat at an average of just $2.75 per sq. ft. That’s a legit upgrade for anyone wanting a bold, high‑performance garage floor without complexity. The system includes the SkipGrind no‑grind primer, a high‑solids […]
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