By Rob Robillard This article will help you save time, labor and money by showing you the best way to clean rust off concrete or
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By Clint C. Thomas, Esq., Photographs By Zoe Thomas My wife and I decided to replace our existing bathroom floor with ceramic tile in order
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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.
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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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
Fontanot Arke` Stairs introduces the SKY030 spiral staircase. The SKY030 is manufactured in varnished steel with a particular treatment (Sendzimir process) that consists of a hot-dipped
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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New Ultra Clear Adhesive Offers a Long-Lasting Crystal Clear Bond, While New Fast Curing Gel Formula Delivers Precise Application Even on Vertical Surfaces Challenging household
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Perfect for Creating Getaways at Home In 2020, millions of people started to spend more time than ever within their property lines. As the pandemic
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Easy DIY Upgrade for the Modern Bathroom GROHE, the leading global brand for bath and kitchen water solutions, introduces the GROHE Rainshower 310
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Tualatin, Oregon – September 4, 2019: SawStop today announced the launch of their new Jobsite Saw PRO table saw. The upgraded PRO model carries forward
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This new HVLP sprayer from HOMERIGHT will make painting and staining furniture and whatever else needs a fine finish easy – from application to cleanup.
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
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After 30 years in the gutter guard design and manufacturing business, E-Z Gutter has developed a series of three distinctly different gutter guards with a couple
LENEXA, KAN. – DaVinci Roofscapes®, the industry leader in polymer roofing colors, has launched four new DaVinci EcoBlend® options approved by the Cool Roof Rating
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The Thunderhead work boot combines style and superior comfort for a boot you won’t want to take off, even when the job is done. This
WAYNE Pumps’ WWB WaterBUG Submersible Pump, Your Water Removal Tool for Every Home, Harrison, OH – WAYNE Water Systems has announced its latest WAYNE Pumps
Following the successful introduction of a new Single-Width Slate 12-inch tile with an enhanced profile in early 2015, leaders at DaVinci Roofscapes® are now offering
Add-a-Handle Add-a-Handle is a new multi-use tool for carrying, pouring, holding or hanging anything up to 30 lbs. with comfort and
Equip your garage, basement or workshop with the tools and supplies you need to tackle home projects, both big and small. Moduline Since the company’s
With Wolverine CarbonMAX, Wolverine will change the way people think about safety-toe work boots by making them so comfortable, you’ll forget you’re wearing a
Did you know that copper can kill bacteria? Antimicrobial copper alloys are the only solid metal “touch surface” materials registered by the U.S. Environmental
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SawStop, LLC, the world leader in table saw safety, today announced the introduction of a new saw: the SawStop Jobsite Saw. This saw is the
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The L.S. Starrett Company announced that in addition to exhibiting at various trade shows, it will host its first virtual exhibition in September. “Traditional tradeshows
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ShopBot Desktop CNC Tool The ShopBot Desktop is a small-footprint CNC machine for hobbyists, educators, and small and mid-size business owners. It serves as
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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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