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Miter Box Saver
If you just bought a manual miter box, a simple modification will extend its useful service life. Insert and fasten a piece of ... |
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Moving A Ladder
When moving a ladder, use the right technique to avoid injuring yourself and others. The correct way to handle a ladder is to ... |
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Moving Tools
A problem for those in northern climates is the constant hassle of moving tools from garage to basement in the fall and back ... |
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Nail Sizes
Nails are classified both by their length in inches and by their "penny" size, written with "D" on the package. Here's how to ... |
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Nailset
When a smooth, finished appearance is necessary, stop hammering the finishing nail approximately 1/8 of an inch above the ... |
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Nylon Solution
Worn-out nylons can be used to hold tools on pegboard if you run out of pegboard hooks or have something bulky to hang up. ... |
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Optimizing Tool Storage
Imagine working on a project and having all the tools and parts you need right there. That's what you strive for when you ... |
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Owner's Manuals
Read and keep the owner's manual for all of your tools. They often contain vital info you'll refer to throughout the life of ... |
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Painting Tools
The key to any painting job is having the right tools. |
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Pencil Marking
A sharp pencil is essential for making accurate cuts. To keep the pencil point sharp, rub it back and forth a few times ... |
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Pencil Point
Keep a tiny pencil sharpener in your nail pouch to keep a nice sharp point. |
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Portable Tools
Use caster sets to keep your major tools, even workbenches, portable. Wheeled tools and benches will allow you more ... |
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Pre-Drilling For Brass
On certain projects, you may be required to work with brass screws. While the brass results in an attractive finished project, ... |
 
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Precast Foundation System
Bob discusses a new foundation system that doesn't require a concrete truck on site. The base is levelled with crushed stone ... |
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Pressure Washing the House and Prepping for Painting
Bob looks at a large exterior color sample on his home in Cambridge, Mass., and watches the paint crew pressure wash the ... |
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Propane Torch
A propane torch is small, light, portable, inexpensive, and just about indispensable for many household jobs. It's also easy ... |
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Red Cedar Clapboard Installation
Bob discusses the red cedar clapboard being added to the exterior of the house. A storyboard is used to ensure accurate ... |
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Safety Tools
No matter what size your workshop is, there are some basic safety tools you should not be without. A smoke alarm, fire ... |
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Selecting Lubricants
Mechanical things that move need lubrication to keep them from wearing out. |
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Small Project Toolbox
Using smaller tool boxes for individual projects can save you time and effort. Subdivide you larger set with just the tools ... |
