Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas from @HamtilConst :: Top Ten Tool Picks
6December 22, 2011
by HamtilConst
in tools
Given that we pack an arsenal of tools for our work, we frequently are asked to weigh in on tool decisions for friends and family. In the spirit of the holidays, we want to present a gift of our “top ten tool picks” for the DIY’er or handyman/ woman on your list. Ahh, yes.. if we had the money we would buy all the tools we can get our hands on! Since we can’t, here are a few essentials that won’t break the bank. [ . . . ]
Removing Formstone from a RowHome Part 2 of 2 (Behind the Building Edition)
3December 21, 2011
by jb
in working with pros
Formstone, I have come to know as a sort of stamped stucco, was applied primarily to the face of homes between the 1940s and the 1960s. There was nothing to indicate that we were any different in that regard. Wire mesh was laid over the facing brick and this concrete-like substance was colored, applied, and stamped (maybe not necessarily in that order). While I knew removing it probably wouldn't be a big deal, it was dealing with what’s left underneath that frightens . . . most. [ . . . ]
JJ Shimp :: What Type of Flooring is Perfect for Your Basement?
6December 20, 2011
Make sure you find the best type of flooring for your basement and your lifestyle. There are many different types of flooring to choose from these days including hardwood, laminate, vinyl and even carpet. You will want to weigh all of the pros and cons before choosing flooring for your basement. [ . . . ]
Premier Windows & Building :: How to Keep Your Patio Looking its Best Year Round
0December 19, 2011
Never underestimate the advantage of a great patio. They help accentuate the backyard, make hosting outdoor functions easier and quite frankly, it is a home improvement project that yields big benefits. But this area of the home should be monitored for issues from time to time.
Nowhere is this more evident than during the brutal stretches of winter. Patio or deck repairs can be approached from a number of angles and depending on which type of surface you have, there are a handful of tips to keep your patio looking its best for the long haul. [ . . . ]
The Griffin Survivor for the iPad2 :: a Review from the Field
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Now, I happen to know that Apple products are pretty tough. I have a carpenter friend who takes his Apple laptop on the job site daily. But still, I had some pretty strong reservations about taking this delicate, wafer thin tablet computer along for my daily bumpy ride.
