Cool New Deck For A Lakefront Man Cave by Matt Weber The huge outbuilding that Joey Prestage built as his Man Cave needed a deck. It sits on a beautiful lakefront lot which requires a comfortable place to sit and enjoy the view. The lay of the land meant the deck would connect to the building at ground level beneath […]
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A countertop is among the most prominent features of a kitchen or bathroom, the work surface around which all activities revolve. Because it’s such a central feature of the room, homeowners want a countertop that complements the interior décor. Of course, styles and tastes change over time, and that holds true for countertop designs. Countertops are used on a daily […]
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From kit-built to custom-made, adding a spiral staircase is easier than ever.
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By Matt Weber We’re all aware of the wonders of wood as a building material, but to preserve its natural good looks when used outdoors, it’s necessary to apply a stain/sealer to protect it from Mother Nature. From mold and ultraviolet rays to insect infestation and rot, the threats to wood are plentiful. Choosing the right sealant, prepping the wood […]
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DIYers can find the confidence to skip the second coat this painting season Two are better than one until there’s painting to be done. For do-it-yourselfers (DIYers) without time to wait between coats, Dutch Boy® Paints has expanded its selection of one-coat colors that help the job go faster. With the Dutch Boy brand, DIYers can get the incredible finish […]
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Daich Coatings, manufacturers of durable real stone coatings, has introduced three new colors to its popular SpreadRock® granite stone coating line. The new Mocha, Anvil and Ice Grey colors add richer, darker color options to the real stone coatings selection. SpreadRock has exceptional decorative and protective benefits when applied to concrete, masonry and other surfaces. The coating can […]
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Bagged Concrete to Cubic Yard Quickdraw Working with concrete can create a bit of anxiety, no matter how big or small the job—whether you’re placing a slab, leveling out a space for a patio or setting posts. The first and most important step for any concrete project is to work out the volume of concrete needed – which isn’t always […]
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Inside and out, the right home improvement projects can positively impact a home’s value. From garage door replacements that have a calculated 94.5 percent return on investment* to adding decorative mouldings that complement a home’s personal style, home upgrades can make a big difference on a house. “Making positive changes to your home almost always has payback,” says realtor Vincent […]
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Fathers and tools go together like baseball and hot dogs, pizza and beer, hammers and nails. When you’re shopping for a gift, you can’t go wrong by adding to his arsenal. We’ve rounded up a few ideas to drop on your pop this Father’s Day, from lasers to lawn mowers, perfect for the guy who taught you to tie […]
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Thanks to a four-season entertainment room, poolside parties happen throughout the year at the Hardwick home in Kokomo, Ind. Created with two durable, almost all-glass garage doors from Haas Door, the structure is ready for year-round activities and gatherings. “We’ve received a ton of compliments on these garage doors,” says homeowner Carl Hardwick. “And, during the recent quarantine, we’ve even […]
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Introducing Titebond® DuraMaster™ – the first elastomeric, water-based sealant with 100% joint movement! This revolutionary sealant offers superior flexibility and strong adhesion, delivering the ultimate in durability. Joint movement is much more than ‘stretch’ – it’s about the expansion and contraction of the sealant, over time, and its ability to adhere tenaciously to most building materials. DuraMaster is 4 times […]
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The new Greenworks Pro 300-Watt Battery Operated Power Inverter is our June 2020 Tool of the Month. This tool gives you the ability to take power where you need it to run your laptops, tv, lights, and charge your phone. This inverter uses the same 60V battery as the Greenworks Pro line of Outdoor Power Equipment. If you already have […]
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Saint-Gobain ADFORS, a global leader in manufacturing customized reinforcement solutions, announced the newest addition to their wall repair product line Fix it Fast, small hole repair tool. ADFORS Fix it Fast small hole repair tool is ideal for fast and easy wall repair projects. The unique design allows compound to flow directly from the spreading knife to quickly fill small […]
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Applying a Penetrating Stain and Sealer By Matt Weber Wood remains the top building material for exterior projects because it has a lot going for it. It’s affordable, easy to work with, versatile, and maintains a natural look that blends with the outdoor surroundings. But wood requires maintenance and occasional recoating to keep it looking good and performing well. […]
read articleImprove Indoor Air Quality – Cure Damp-Musty Basements, Cellars or Crawl Spaces Tjernlund Products offers a pair of unique, energy-saving fans that are capable of automatically and simultaneously ridding basements or other areas of stale, musty or smelly air and drawing in fresh outside air. Called “XCHANGER™”, the fans come in two styles. Model X2D is designed for mounting directly […]
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 closes the stair. In case of a power shortage, the stair can be operated manually. It features black carpeted treads, a 3/64-in. thick sheet-steel hatch frame, and the panel is made from high-grade 35/64-in. premium […]
