How-to

How to make an Industrial-Look electronics organizer with solder

I need an electronics organizer. I do not, however, need something lame or complicated or large. So, I made one… Read More

February 9, 2016

Brake and battery lights, what should I do?

I sometimes think they should re-name Brake and Battery lights and the Engine light and other warning signals on the… Read More

February 2, 2016

Mark’s painting tips: 15 ways moving blankets are better than drop cloths

I'm a carpenter, so I can use all the painting tips I can get. One I've found that makes all… Read More

January 25, 2016

How to find a contractor and get a good one, not just any one

There are two reasons my customers want to find a contractor like me: One, they want something done. Two, because… Read More

January 20, 2016

Pinterest project: How to make a rustic, reclaimed table, No pallet needed

There’s no telling what Pinterest project is the one that breaks the internet. Mason jars, pallets, ‘reclaimed’ lumber…they’re all popular.… Read More

January 12, 2016

Are HVAC duct work and dryer vent cleaning DIY or pro jobs?

Are dryer vent cleaning and HVAC duct work cleaning DIY projects the average homeowner can do? OR should I call… Read More

January 6, 2016

Ask it: Can I add a stand-up shower in a small bathroom remodeling project?

If you're looking to convert a tub to a stand-up shower in your bathroom remodeling project, these are some things… Read More

January 5, 2016

A great garden hose reel and how to install it

I think a lot about the tools and gear I buy for home improvement, DIY, and the landscaping that we… Read More

December 28, 2015

Mark’s trade tricks: Cope and install crown molding–Video tutorial, DIY

If you believe those cartoon-y infographics that 'show' how to install crown molding as 1-2-3-easy, you're probably going to throw… Read More

December 26, 2015

Feeling Derpy? DIY a Derpy Deer

And how, pray tell, does someone DIY a deer derpy? It's easy. First, get a chainsaw... My nephew helped. He… Read More

December 22, 2015