Kwikset Ashfield Handleset Giveaway

There's still time to enter the $100 Home Depot Father's Day Giveaway, but we wanted to get out next prize out on the market. Kwikset gets the credit for this next ...

Before and After 2009 Supporting Habitat (With Prizes!)

Last year we kicked off our first annual Before and After event, a Summer-long series of articles designed to showcase the work of our fellow bloggers (and readers), and to ...

Kobalt 10″ Sliding Compound Miter Saw Review

A miter saw is really a bread-and-butter tool for any professional or DIYer. It's has a wide set of applications for many home improvement projects. So, it's important that you ...

Skil 18 Volt Lithium Ion Drill Driver Review

SKIL recently powered up their handheld tools collection with a new set of four new 18-volt cordless lithium ion tools. To help get the word out, they sponsored our May giveaway, ...

Werner 21′ Telescoping Multiposition Extension & Step Ladder from Lowes

We've been in desperate need of a step ladder for about three years. When we purchased this home, we inherited a traditional 24' extension ladder from the prior owners that ...

Large Flat Saws To Cut Concrete Slabs

By Home Construction Improvement on: Jul. 3, 2009, 12:19 pm

Large Capacity Concrete Cutting Flat Saw Ever seen a 12 inch thick concrete slab cut completely through before? I have and it takes a SERIOUS saw to do it. Lots of renovation projects requir...read more »

Reader Redesign: A Winning Paint Job

By This Young House on: Jul. 3, 2009, 10:36 am

Winner of our "Behr With Me" Fab Freebie has used a free gallon of paint to help transform her laundry room and entry way. Check out the great before & after right here....read more »

Burning Question: Bowled Over? Feeling Testy?

By This Young House on: Jul. 3, 2009, 6:25 am

We recently came across two unusual ways to store toilet paper and spices and we just had to get your opinions. Yes? No? Maybe?...read more »

Workshop Dust Collection Systems

By Home Construction Improvement on: Jul. 2, 2009, 6:26 pm

Dust Collection Systems Dust collection is extremely important in any workshop. Not only is it important to your health but it’s also an important step in keeping your tools clean and ...read more »

Prep Your Home for July 4th Festivities

By Charles and Hudson on: Jul. 2, 2009, 11:28 am

Summer is in full-swing and hopefully your backyard is ready for the first holiday event this weekend as we all celebrate our country's independence on the 4th of July. We've gathered some h...read more »

Where to Find High End Art Prints? Art.com!

By CalFinder Contractors on: Jul. 2, 2009, 9:38 am

Art.com says they have the best wall decor to complete your space and achieve your design vision, and that certainly appears to be the case. I’m delighted to have discovered this resource,...read more »

Your Digital TV Switch

By CalFinder Contractors on: Jul. 1, 2009, 11:41 am

Photo credit: striatic As of June 12th all analog broadcasts from television have been eliminated. This long awaited switch came after about two years of planning, debating, and educating th...read more »

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Tools and Tool Kits

Review: Skil Cordless 18V Li-Ion Reciprocating Saw and Flashlight

Skil recently released their new line of cordless, 18V Li-Ion-powered tools. Over the last two weeks, we reviewed their new drill/driver and the latest in their long line of SKILSAW circular saws. Today we’ll take a look at the last...

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Kobalt 10″ Sliding Compound Miter Saw Review

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Skil 18V Cordless Lithium Ion Circular Saw (SKILSAW) Review

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Skil 18 Volt Lithium Ion Drill Driver Review

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Materials

Plywood vs. OSB (Oriented Strand Board) | Differences & Applications

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How to Get 100% Free Hardwood Flooring Samples

If you’re considering hardwoods, and possibly buying from an online hardwood flooring vendor, this post is definitely for you. Before taking the plunge and shelling out hundreds (or thousands) on hardwood floors, you should get a few...

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Plywood vs. OSB (Oriented Strand Board) | Differences & Applications

Question: What is the difference between Plywood and Oriented Strand Board (OSB)? What are the appropriate uses for each? That’s two great questions. Here’s the basic rundown on each material and suitable applications: Plywood Plywood is made by cutting thin layers of a tree all the way around its circumference. These boards are then laminated together using a hot press. The first...

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