DIY & Home

Free and Useful Things I Have 3D Printed

Aug 15, 2018 Benjamen 24 Comments

There are 1000’s of free things you can download and print on your 3D printer, here are some of Ben’s favorites. Read More

Digital Fabrication, DIY & Home, Editorial

How Would You Fill This Foundation Hole?

Jul 24, 2018 Stuart 71 Comments

How would you fill around a sump pump outlet pipe in the foundation? Read More

DIY & Home

I’ve Been Re-Keying Some of Our Schlage Locks

May 31, 2018 Stuart 40 Comments

I rekeyed a lock yesterday, and so far it doesn’t look like I broke anything! Read More

DIY & Home, Editorial

New Dremel Versa Cordless Cleaning Tool

Feb 1, 2018 Stuart 24 Comments

Dremel came out with a new Versa cordless cleaning tool. Read More

Cordless, DIY & Home, New Tools

Rockler Bluetooth Speaker Kit

Dec 29, 2017 Stuart 9 Comments

Did you ever want to build your own Bluetooth speaker but didn’t want to think about speaker selection or the electronics aspect? Read More

DIY & Home, Jobsite Radios and Speakers, Woodworking

10 Reasons to Visit the World Maker Faire in NYC (Sept 23 & 24, 2017)

Sep 22, 2017 Stuart 9 Comments

Here are 10 reasons why you might want to visit the NYC Maker Faire this weekend. Read More

Awesome & Cool, DIY & Home, DIY Projects, Editorial

HomeRight Large Spray Shelter

Jul 27, 2017 David Frane 24 Comments

HomeRights spray shelters are portable tent-like structures that help control overspray and ward off potential contaminants when spray-finishing your projects. Read More

DIY & Home, Sanding Finishing

“New DIYer” Tool Kit and Giveaway Buying has Begun

Jul 19, 2017 Stuart 74 Comments

Work has begun on an upcoming DIYer and Homeowner tool kit editorial and giveaway! Read More

DIY & Home, Editorial, Hand Tools

KwicKan – A Portable Instant Container that Saves You Time and Energy

Jan 23, 2017 Travis 28 Comments

Pair the KwicKan with a plastic bag and you have a portable instant container. I bought one, and no longer struggle to keep bags open, making my life as a homeowner and carpenter easier. Read More

DIY & Home, Shop Essentials, Tool Reviews

ToolGuyd Tool Cabinet Build, Getting There, and Thinking Aloud About Drawer Sizing

Dec 15, 2016 Stuart 63 Comments

I’ve completed a big part of a tool box project, and have a few things to think aloud about. Feedback? Read More

DIY & Home, Editorial

FastCap RocLoc Drywall Anchors

Oct 26, 2016 Benjamen 23 Comments

FastCap RocLoc anchors are super-strong drywall anchors that are easily installed and removed. Read More

DIY & Home, Fasteners, Made in USA

Garage Workshop Upgrades?

Sep 22, 2016 Stuart 60 Comments

How would you upgrade a garage workspace? What did you do to yours? Read More

DIY & Home, Editorial

Porter Cable Restorer, a Multi-Surface Restoration Tool & Sander

Sep 21, 2016 Stuart 33 Comments

The Porter Cable Restorer is a multi-surface restoration tool, and it will work with many different kinds of sanding, polishing, and cleaning sleeves. Read More

DIY & Home, Grinders & Sanders, New Tools

Best Tamper Resistant Outlet?

Aug 30, 2016 Stuart 73 Comments

What are your thoughts about power outlets? Back vs. side wiring? Flat faced or recessed? Which brand?! Heavy duty or the cheapest residential outlets you can find? Read More

DIY & Home, Editorial, Electrical Tools

How Do You Plan for a Project?

Aug 4, 2016 Stuart 22 Comments

I find that I’m not much of an improviser – I plan out a project and then buy what I need, usually more. What’s your approach like? Read More

DIY & Home, DIY Projects, Editorial

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