Recent Blog Posts

  • Three steps to getting out that pesky stump

    May 1, 2012
    If you’ve been meaning to get rid of that ugly bush that’s been in the ground for much too long, here’s some tips to get the pesky stump out of the ground: 1) Have the right toolsBefore you plan on removing the stump, it’s probably a good idea to have the tools required to accomplish the task.
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  • Caring For Your Lawn in the Spring

    May 1, 2012
    Neglecting your lawn at this time of year will result in damage that lasts through all four seasons. Therefore, it is important to know what you must do to take care of your lawn in the spring so that you can enjoy a lush, green lawn all year, every year.
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  • Avoiding mistakes while making your fence

    April 1, 2012
    Good fences make good neighbors. Bad fences are ugly. Here are a few tips for building that perfect fence that would make Bob Vila blush: Where is that supposed to go again? When building your fence, it is important to know how far apart each post should be.
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  • Preparing your mower for its first swipe at your lawn

    April 1, 2012
    Your mower has been sitting around all winter and probably hasn’t been touched since you last mowed your lawn. You’ve decided it’s time to get back on and mow. Here are some ideas on what you should do to get your mower back into tip-top shape.
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  • Your Guide to Glues

    March 1, 2012
    Acrylic Glue: can be used on vinyl, rubber, metals, stone and plastic, but its primarily used on melamine.
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  • Staying safe on a ladder

    March 1, 2012
    Many of the home and garden ideas that you find on these blogs or other places on the internet require use of a ladder. While these serve as a very important tool, they can also be one of the deadliest things you use. Many people have been severely injured or even killed while using a ladder.
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  • Replacing a blade in a circular saw

    February 1, 2012
    Occasionally you may find that you have to take out a circular saw blade to either replace or sharpen it. Here are the steps to take to replace your circular saw blade:Safety firstFirst and foremost, make sure that the circular saw is detached from its power source.
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  • Keeping your toolbox clean and organized

    February 1, 2012
    Making the jobs you do easier involves keeping your tools organized within the toolbox that you put them in. Toolboxes can quickly become a disaster area if they are ill-maintained.
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  • Tips for removing finishing nails from molding

    January 1, 2012
    Sometimes forever doesn’t last as long as you think it will. When you put finishing nails into your molding, you were probably thinking that you wouldn’t have to worry about it ever again. That’s not always the case and you may decide that you want the molding out.
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  • Four tips for buying a circular saw

    January 1, 2012
    A circular saw is probably one of the most commonly used tools among those who work with wood. With that being the case, you will want to buy a sturdy model that will last you a long time.
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