When I’m on a deck or porch site, the way I usually figure out that a scraggly bush needs to be limbed or removed isn’t by observation and planning. That’d be too smart. Only after it’s gouged my legs repeatedly, or I trip over the thing for the eighth time, do I get the idea and reach for a saw.
When you reach for a reciprocating saw, you can bet whatever’s about to happen ain’t gonna be pretty. Even if it’s just cutting out mis-nailed…
Like most small-business people, I’ve used personal computers (PCs) to manage my business. My wife, who runs the office, has also used PCs. Plus, I…
If you’re tempted to skip this article because you think safety is boring, consider that having a safety program might help you and your crew…
In this video for This Old House, Mark demonstrates how to demolish a wall. If you have open or easy access to a wall, cut with the…
If you are looking for the best recip saw blade, you’ve landed in the right spot. The Diablo reciprocating saw blades are devilishly good.
A toolbelt is a lot like a spouse: If you choose one in haste, odds are you’ll regret it. MyFixitUpLife Mark & Theresa created this…
In 2004, after dominating the market for more than 70 years, wood treated with CCA (chromated copper arsenate) was withdrawn from residential use due to…
It’s been said that the Romans were able to conquer the known world because they were organized. I don’t know if that’s true, but I…
There’s a lot to consider when you set out to refurbish an old porch. They’re challenging, and not just because every porch is different.
The more I use the Ridgid R3030 one-handed reciprocating (recip) saw, the more I like it—and the more this little fireball is becoming my go-to…
‘Sawzall’ is one of those names that has become the de facto word describing an item made by lots of companies, namely the reciprocating saw….
For many homeowners, adding a deck can lead naturally to thinking about ways to connect the new outdoor living space with the inside of the…
May 20: Decked out! Mark & Theresa are talking decks on this week’s show. They’ll be sharing what you need to know to make sure…
Today, of course, our hammers hang from our belts, and we drive most of our nails with pneumatic tools, so who cares if there is…
For porches – think beaded ceiling material and crown – a miter saw is a must. I use a DeWalt DW718. DeWalt nailed this tool:…
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