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 sledge hammers, demo bars, or a steam kit for wood bending… The holiday season is the time for giving gifts, and the EHT staff offers plenty of ideas for the do-it-yourselfer, maker, and craftsman in […]
read articlePro Tips on Building a Code-Compliant Deck By Rob Robillard There are approximately 40 million decks in the United States, and only half of those are code-compliant. Deck safety is a real problem. Every year we hear about decks that collapse under the weight of people or snow load. Improperly built decks can be dangerous. Local codes were created to […]
read articlePhoto 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 this reason, most DIY homeowners either avoid the project or fork over big bucks to pay a pro for a custom build. The manufacturers of the Arké spiral staircases recognized the demand for spiral stairs […]
read articleBy Belinda Remley Real Wood Treated to Last and Versatile for Outdoor Projects This isn’t your Grandma’s backyard. That’s right. Gone are the days of cheap folding lawn chairs and rusty tables. The trend toward making outdoor living spaces more luxurious and more livable has steadily increased over the past few years. Homeowners are looking to expand their living and […]
read articleBy 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 […]
read articleMainely Vinyl, serving Eastern Maine, recently selected Beach House Shake®, an innovative shake material, to recapture Downeast charm for a renovated vacation home. With a 35-year plus track record, Mainely Vinyl is one of the most trusted exterior remodelers in Eastern Maine. With 20 employees, “Mainely Vinyl has been serving Downeast Maine for decades with thousands of satisfied customers,” according […]
read articleAs interest in engaging pros for home improvement projects continues to surge, Dutch Boy® Paints is introducing a new product just for professionals who help bring the vision of home to life. Developed by the brand that knows how quality products create satisfied customers, the new Dutch Boy® Classic One® paint provides pros with a 100% acrylic formula that’s ideal […]
read articleThe Better, Faster and Easier Way to Install Grooved Decking with CAMO Universal Deck Clips Grand Rapids, MI — CAMO® ingenuity has done it again. The innovators in deck tools and fasteners introduce the next generation of stand-up fastening with the CAMO ClipDRIVE™. Designed for fastening CAMO Universal Deck Clips, the ergonomic, lightweight tool attaches to any drill and allows […]
read articleWinter Wisdom: Prepare your home, yard and auto for the cold months.
read articleThe new Crescent Bolt Biter impact nut extractor and driver has an innovative design that grips any nut or bolt no matter how damaged. The revolutionary bi-directional gripping design quickly and easily removes and tightens, eliminating the frustration when working with rusted or ruined hex head fasteners. Bi-directional design for removing or tightening damaged fasteners Up to 50x longer life […]
read articleNew 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 will be amped to try DAP’s new advanced hybrid sealants that outperform silicone and provide maximum performance for every project. Combining the best attributes from traditional silicone and polyurethane technologies, the AMP family of sealants […]
read articleDay-to-day lives have changed, and our homes have become a place for both work and play where we’ve taken up new hobbies and slowed down to enjoy the simple things again. Embracing the home’s new roles, along with a continued need for calm and serenity in our personal spaces, Dutch Boy® Paints reveals “Cypress Garden,” a beautiful, muted olive green, […]
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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 […]
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Basel, Switzerland – 21 October 2021 – LSI, a global specialty chemicals business with leading positions in Microbial Control Solutions (‘MCS’) and Specialty Products Solutions (‘SPS’), today announces that it has rebranded as Arxada, effective from 21 October 2021. The new name follows the Company’s launch as an independent business in July 2021, after the completion of the sale of Lonza […]
read articleThe Oak 70.XTRA is an adjustable premier series spiral staircase that features solid Oak wooden stair treads and landing to complement and add style to any interior living space. The horizontal balusters and railing design, surrounding the full length of the staircase, is visually unique when compared to the traditional vertical baluster design of most stairs. The staircase can be […]
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 local hardware store. WiseBond™ has been purposely developed for the wood table and furniture builders world. Our flagship epoxy, WiseBond™ Deep Pour™ Epoxy, sets us out from the crowd as a leading choice for woodworkers […]
