BenchTop Pro Portable Small Parts Washer :: Review
The creators of the BenchTop Pro market it as a portable unit. In my application, it really did work well. Not only did I have to clean the removed parts, but the...
KBIS Preview with Stacy Garcia & the KBTribeChat
This year I have turned to Stacy Garcia, the founder and host of the wildly popular Twitter Chat #kbtribechat. To start, I asked Stacy what she has planned for the Show, and...
How to Prepare to Install an Irrigation System
I don’t know about you, but I dream of the day when I no longer need to move my sprinkler (attached to a hose) across my lawn in order to properly water...
Notes from Providence :: Press for Products from JLC Live
As I mention in my first post from it, my primary mission was simply to go and learn. I wanted to take in at least part of an abundant clinic program, but...
Connecting and Troubleshooting a Hard Wired Security System
My security system - I did finally get it hooked up, but not without its fair share of difficulties … and perhaps, if I want to share now - it is best...
Notes from Providence :: Welcome to JLC Live – the Saw Dust Show
I was able to acquire the press pass for the 49th edition of JLC Live, but experienced the show as a regular attendee. As Hanley Wood (the producers of the event) put...
Building Moxie with the Home Repair Tutor: An Interview with Jeff Patterson
Today, a quick chat with Jeff Patterson, the Home Repair Tutor. Jeff first grabbed my attention on HomeTalk but on a closer look I noticed he was churning out some really good,...
Ready, Set, MOW! :: Mower Maintenance with John Deere
As the days get warmer and longer, lawn care will soon be part of the weekly routine. To ensure you’re spending more time enjoying your weekend, make sure you’re taking good care...
For Pros Only :: 14 Things I Learned from Gary Katz and the Katz Roadshow
As Gary puts it, the Katz Roadshow is one of the only hands-on, pier-to-pier construction education platforms in existence to today. I had passed on the opportunity to see the Roadshow in...
Tips for Designing a Backyard Pond :: Building a Luxury Landscape
When designing a backyard pond your goal should be to create a pond that looks like it has always existed in the landscape; incorporating natural, flowing lines with a variety of rock...
DAP 3.0 Review :: Caulking Wood Siding at a Brick Chimney
DAP 3.0 is paintable in 30 minutes which helps complete the job faster and saves time. In addition, DAP 3.0™ is 100% waterproof and is water resistant in 30 minutes which reduces...
Building Moxie in a Bagster Bag :: The Year in Review
A 3yd dumpster with the total cost of about $190 and yes, a few of our DIYin' type friends did ask. I figure it saved me about 2 + trips to the...