By Rob Robilliard As a young carpenter I was taught to use a tongue and dado joint for the bookcase and cabinet frames. A tongue and dado joint, is a strong, sturdy and simple joint to make on a table saw with a dado blade. While I still like this joint, its tedious to do, ties up the table saw and […]
Eliminate Brush Strokes When Painting Cabinets and Trimwork By Rob Robillard As DIYers and home improvement enthusiasts, we’ve all wondered what’s the best way to eliminate brush strokes in our painting projects? And how can we avoid things like uneven finish and paint streaks? My painting contractor Bill Cooper of William Cooper Painting Co. has always told me, to have […]
The new DEWALT® ATOMIC Compact Series™ 20V MAX* Brushless Cordless 1-3/4-In. Bandsaw (DCS377) is made for fast one-handed cutting. The bandsaw is the latest to join the more than 200 products in the 20V MAX* System as part of the ATOMIC Compact Series™ line of tools, which combine performance and durability in a compact format. The ATOMIC Compact Series™ 20V […]
For homeowner Jaclyn Dryden, the magic of moulding involves her secret weapon: corner and plinth blocks. Using these decorative blocks enables Dryden and other DIYers to quickly surround interior doorways without the hassles of mitering corners. “Making miter cuts is intimidating to many people, myself included,” says Dryden, chief influencer with Hello Betty Company. “Whether you use rosettes, blocks, connectors […]
Tualatin, Oregon – September 4, 2019: SawStop today announced the launch of their new Jobsite Saw PRO table saw. The upgraded PRO model carries forward all the features that established the original Jobsite Saw as a class leader, including SawStop’s contact detection technology, while adding new capabilities optimized for the construction and woodworking professional. The original Jobsite Saw debuted in […]
By Matt Weber From crown molding and baseboards to elaborate door and window casing, trim work can add character to any room and makes for a popular DIY project. To achieve a successful installation, however, requires carpentry skills, the right tools, careful planning and attention to detail. If you want a professional looking job, then you should work like the […]
Be careful what you specify, not all treatments are the same Exterior wood trim adds natural dimension and architectural interest to any home. The good news: exterior treated trim product awareness by builders is raising the bar to force manufacturers to provide products that will last. But, with so many warranties and manufacturers’ claims to […]
Trimming out a room is a hot project for DIY homeowners who want to dramatically accent an otherwise lackluster ceiling, wall or window. In addition to traditional baseboards, chair rails, crown molding and casing, homeowners can also consider options such as fireplace mantels, cornices, medallions and more. Choice of Materials MDF (medium-density fiberboard) […]
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