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Handy Plumbing Tips and Tricks
Here are nine of our favorite simple tricks and tips to save you plumbing headaches around the house. To save you time, money and headaches down the road, we collected our favorite tips and tricks for solving common household plumbing problems. Most of these tips…
21 Best Tools for Plumbers in 2020
Plumbers tend to be technically inclined and good with their hands, but they also know when and how to use the right tools. They must navigate an array of issues, health hazards, and tiny, dank spaces to best serve homeowners with long-lasting plumbing solutions. Below,…
Weekend Project: Build your own budget-friendly electric bicycle for under $500
Electric bicycles make commuting around cities and urban areas much easier, but the good ones can be quite hard on your wallet. High quality electric bicycles by top brands like Trek’s Super Commuter 8s or Raleigh Redux IE offer both high performance and high quality in…
25 Essential Electrician Tools for 2020
Workers rely on tools for accuracy, resiliency, craftsmanship, comfort, and safety. This includes electricians who keep our homes illuminated, connected, and energy efficient. Below, we review the must-have electrical maintenance tools for the modern electrician’s tool belt. Here’s what we’ll cover in this guide: Basic…
Handy Plumbing Tips and Tricks
Here are nine of our favorite simple tricks and tips to save you plumbing headaches around the house. To save you time, money and headaches down the road, we collected our favorite tips and tricks for solving common household plumbing problems. Most of these tips…
21 Best Tools for Plumbers in 2020
Plumbers tend to be technically inclined and good with their hands, but they also know when and how to use the right tools. They must navigate an array of issues, health hazards, and tiny, dank spaces to best serve homeowners with long-lasting plumbing solutions. Below,…
Weekend Project: Build your own budget-friendly electric bicycle for under $500
Electric bicycles make commuting around cities and urban areas much easier, but the good ones can be quite hard on your wallet. High quality electric bicycles by top brands like Trek’s Super Commuter 8s or Raleigh Redux IE offer both high performance and high quality in…
Best Of Tech & Gadgets
Cars will change more in the next decade than they have in the past century
While the look and feel of our cars has changed in the past 100 years, the way we drive them hasn’t. But fundamental change is coming. In the next decade, not only will the way they’re powered and wired have shifted dramatically, but we won’t…
Editors Pick
DIY Playhouse Makeover
I will admit, this was a tough project, especially since I did all of it on my own (with the help of my 3 year old twins!); however, it was definitely worth it after watching my kids have the best time in it! The fun…
DIY Wood Slat Garden Wall with Planters
Cinder block walls are affordable and seem to be common in older homes in our area (like our previous home) — which means they’re still functional and stable but definitely not the prettiest fencing option available. We’ve previously covered up our old cinder block fence with paint…
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DIY Folding Craft Table or Foldable Desk
Build a folding craft table or foldable desk with storage! Inspired by the IKEA Norden gateleg table, this folding desk is a great option for a small craft space or home office. Better yet, it can be built using only scrap wood! For more space-saving…
You Can Make This DIY Clay Bauble Outline Ornament
Have any of you started making your Christmas decorations this year? I don’t mean all of them (unless you are all about that Christmas crafting! In which case you are my hero), more like just a few extras to update your existing collection. I love…
DIY Easy Planter Makeover
Many of us have just spent the last few months staring at the same four walls. I feel like my home is in need of a refresh, but apart from the odd accessory here and there, I don’t want to start replacing everything I own…
Top 10 Coolest Wooden Gadgets and Devices
While not the most practical, there’s just something about gadgets / devices made from wood that give them a classy look. For example, the handmade Xbox console above could be released as a limited edition with plenty of buyers, or so we think. Continue reading…
What to Know About Geothermal Heating and Cooling
Geothermal heating and cooling blends ancient practices with modern technology. But is this environmentally friendly solution right for your home? Increasingly popular with homeowners, geothermal heating and cooling systems deliver environmentally friendly performance at a fraction of traditional HVAC operating costs. Whether you’re planning a…
Handy Plumbing Tips and Tricks
Here are nine of our favorite simple tricks and tips to save you plumbing headaches around the house. To save you time, money and headaches down the road, we collected our favorite tips and tricks for solving common household plumbing problems. Most of these tips…
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