Wood joinery is perhaps the most crucial concept in any woodworking project: how to join together different sections of wood, normally lumber or timber. And knowing how to make certain kinds of joints, including dovetail joints is just as important–which is why a guide to tools like jigs is so important. Wood joinery, and knowing …
A wet tile saw may seem like an ordinary tool for home improvement, but for Logan Michelle William, it’s her best option for saving coral. In charge of coordinating educational outreach at Coral World, a marine park located in the US Virgin Islands, Williams spends her days trying to raise awareness for the depletion of …
One thing is for sure: remodeling and do it yourself projects are on the rise, and now even construction and demolition work isn’t off-limits when equipped with the best reciprocating saws. In the previous calendar year, home improvement project expenditures accounted for three hundred and ninety-four billion dollars in the United States alone. Some of …
Elyria, a city of just under fifty-five thousand in the Greater Cleveland area of Northern Ohio, has a poverty rate of over twenty-two percent, meaning that one out of every four points five residents fall under the poverty line. And now a new group is starting to address the problem–with volunteer work, compassion, and some …
Summer is always hot–but this summer may be one of the warmest yet–which is all the more reason to invest in the best attic insulation possible to keep your house cool. As it so happens, it’s shaping up to be one of the warmest summers globally, with Europe recording a record heatwave for June. Recorded …
Tech Mag reports on emerging market trends and innovation, which is expected by its name. What’s less expected is that a recent report doesn’t cover the latest in computer technology, but a humble but increasingly prominent tool in home improvement projects: paint rollers. Paint rollers are expected to climb in sales by notable figures through …
You could say Jack Grubisich knows a thing or two about the value of investing in the best orbital sanders. In the heart of Southern California, he spends his days repairing vintage cars–mody often, Corvettes. Southern California may be known for its mild weather, beautiful scenery, and of course, Hollywood, but it’s also especially rough …
Detail sanders have the power the transform–if you have any doubt, look no further than Tamara Day, a mother of four and now a star of the HGTV and DIY Network series, Bargain Mansions. What started as a creative vision and love for making things look as fresh as possible turned into an exciting career …
Making comparisons between a 12v and a 15v drill may seem tedious, but knowing which is right for the job may make all the difference in the end result. Drills can be powerful home improvement tools–but only if you know how to use them effectively. If there’s a pattern in home renovations and projects that’s …
Stucco known for its ability to hold paint efficiently, filling hairline cracks and even deflecting UV light is also prized for its aesthetic final product. But knowing how to use it, and even finding the right color, can be a challenge. Challenge aside, the results can be stunning–and even transformative. That’s especially true for Linda …