FixitUp Find: MaxFire Biomass Stoves

Here’s an idea I could have used about a billion times — the Metwood Joist Reinforcers. These light gauge steel plates are simple, simply brilliant,…

November 17, 2006—This 25-gallon, horizontal-tank air compressor provides the go-juice for production speed. An air compressor needs to do more than deliver air to your…

Bug out. Here’s a newsflash: termites not only do major damage if they go untreated, they’re disgusting. I’ve remodeled around termite damage and just seeing…

I love the Makita BL1830 impact driver. It’s the tool I reach for when I’m building a deck, hanging doors or driving screws for just…

I’m not a dedicated floor sanding mechanic. I’m a carpenter who installs and sands floors as part of the larger remodeling package. For my business…

Hello, Mark. I’m once again turning to you for some DIY advice and guidance. Looking to re-stain my deck. What are the key elements (product…

When I walk into an old building, I look for a vintage “tin” ceiling, one richly detailed with patterns, filigree and style and tied into…

Here’s another indication that this Recession shows little sign of a quick recovery and more evidence of for those PROs who buy and sell homes…

Bland To Grand I have to admit that when I think about fiberglass doors, I typically don’t think of high-end detailing and destination craftsmanship. But…

Senco is passionate about their nails. They love to talk about nails and what buying the best nails means to builders in the field. They’re…

Smart Sense Here’s a tool whose time has come: Gardner Bender’s CircuitAlert. This series of tools, released a few years ago and recently upgraded, combines…

Kwik-ee Smart and simple gains the day for Kwik Corner. This innovative little part for vinyl siding can not only increase the quality and looks…

Honorable agenda. It’s hard not to be moved by the mission. HomesForOurTroops.org builds and remodels homes for U.S. Soldiers returning from Afghanistan and Iraq with…

Make a splash. I love details. Now that doesn’t mean I can’t see the forest for the trees, so when I see new products that…

Reiker Room Conditioners are a unique solution to many heating challenges contractors face. As combination ceiling fan and ceramic heaters the units can comfortably—and safely—heat…