Today’s types of measuring tools have come a long way since the humble tape measure. Laser measuring tools guarantee improved accuracy and are far more convenient for both the DIY specialist and the seasoned professional. Features to Consider Prior to purchasing consider the various uses for your measuring tool. Are you are simply looking to…
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How To Get A Perfect Spray Finish
Spraying is a great way to produce a professional-looking finish. You could use a traditional spray gun that’s fed air from a compressor, but be prepared to fill the air around you with overspray (finish that goes in the air instead of onto your project). There’s a better way. A high-volume, low-pressure (HVLP) sprayer provides…
Tips for Choosing a Grill
Ready to start grilling? There are many considerations to keep in mind when you’re looking at the different types of grills available. Think about the reasons you want a grill, which type best suits your particular cooking style, and whether you want a freestanding or built-in grill. Grill size, cooking capacity, and accessories offered are…
How To Install Garage Shelving
Originally designed to store vehicles, the garage is often a multipurpose room that serves as an extension of the home. Many people use their garages as a storage facility, especially for bench and stationary machinery and outdoor power equipment. So, garage shelving is a pivotal piece of any garage. Having an organization system can help…
How to Install a Drop Ceiling
Installing a drop ceiling can make a cavernous room cozy and transform a drab room with new textures and colors. Although this job requires some careful planning, virtually any homeowner with a little do-it-yourself spirit can get the job done. If you’ve ever wondered how to install a drop ceiling, here’s what you need to…
How To Choose The Right Drain Cleaning Tool
Many people pay no attention to the drains in their homes until something goes wrong. More than just a stopper at the bottom of your sink or tub, a drain serves a very important purpose in whisking away the water from your home through the plumbing system. Backed up toilets, sinks that are slow to…
How to Select a Water Pump
When you need to move water from one location to another, the power equipment you need is a water pump. The types of pump you choose will determine what you can use it for. You may be able to remove water and debris from a flooded basement, pump water into your home from your well…
How to Choose Snow Removal Equipment
If you live or work in a climate that regularly experiences snowfall, you need to make sure that you have the best snow removal equipment and snow blowers that you can find. The ability to clear snow from walkways, roads and other spaces lets you work without hindrance or make it to the store for vital…
How To Winterize Outdoor Power Equipment
If you live in an area where the temperature can drop below freezing in the winter months, you need to take steps to protect your outdoor power equipment. Taking care of your tools is simple once you know how, and few hours of preparation now can help you to enjoy continued performance for years to…
Milwaukee’s New ProPEX Tools Create Constant Connections
Create constant PEX connections with Milwaukee ProPEX expansion tools. Milwaukee® and Uponor® have teamed up to produce the plumbing industry’s first 3-inch PEX pipe and the M18™ FORCELOGIC™ ProPex® expander tool. PEX pipe fittings are easier to install than many traditional fittings and are the only ones that get stronger with time. Milwaukee tools created the…