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Transfer Precise Shapes with the Contour Gauge Recently I gave my bathroom a DIY make-over. I was on a tight budget but I wanted to make certain it got the most bang for my buck. On my renovation to-do list was: BATHROOM RENOVATION TO-DO LIST - install new flooring - vanity, mirror, sink - light fixture - window - toilet - shower head, faucet - bead board - paint The tub and tile were in decent shape, so I kept them. We managed to remove the old Read more
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Attention all you Woodworkers and Makers out there! Want to stay current on the latest DIY woodworking projects? The best way to do it is to follow our latest compilation of top YouTube Woodworking Channels and don’t forget Woodworking Blogs! Woodworking Blogs are chock full of inspirational DIY Woodworking ideas. Additionally, by simply subscribing to Blog Newsletters, you can receive free woodworking plans for your next project! To assist yo Read more
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Virtually every type of siding has a learning curve before installation becomes second-nature, and fiber cement siding is no exception. Fiber cement is a unique product, composed of a blend of Portland cement, silica, and sand with embedded cellulose fibers. This special blend offers fire resistance, durability, and the beauty of wood siding without the upkeep and cost of real wood. However, its durability means it’s slightly heavier than other s Read more
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PacTool International, leader in exterior construction tools, is the perfect fit to General Tools’ collection of precision hand and digital tools used primarily for interior home improvement projects. Check out PacTool's Best Selling Products Below: Gecko Gauge Fiber Cement Siding Tool ONE-PERSON INSTALLATION! The James Hardie® approved Gecko Gauge SA903 Fiber Cement Siding Tool gauges and supports cement-board siding for ONE-PERSON INSTALLAT Read more
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Top Remodeling Tools Remodeling a home can be one of the most rewarding projects to take on. Whether you're fixing a home to live in for decades to come or you're repairing a house for eventual sale. However, one thing that can immediately turn a remodeling project, no matter how small, into a frustrating debacle is the lack of proper remodeling tools. Even worse is having the right type of tool, but a poorly made model that is inaccurate or even dan Read more
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5 Tools That Every Roofing Contractor Should Own Without the right tools even the most experienced roofing contractor will struggle to complete a job. Tool selection, both in terms of type of tool and quality, are important considerations for a contractor looking to expand or replace items in his toolbox. While there are factors that will dictate exactly what tools a roofing contractor will need, such as the type of roofing material they work with, Read more
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IT'S HOLIDAY TIME AGAIN! For the DIYer in your life who enjoys handy tools, making or fixing stuff around the house, General Tools has put together an Ultimate DIY Tool Gift Guide that will help you make your holiday tool gift purchases quickly and will be sure to put a smile on your DIYer’s face! HAPPY HOLIDAYS! LASER TAPE MEASURE This Old House named the LTM1 Laser Tape Measure a TOP 100 TOOL for 2017. The 2-in-1 Laser Tape Measure combines two Read more
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Think quick. What are the standard tools every toolbox has? Hammers, nails, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, safety glasses and last but not least, a tape measure. Of all the tools in my toolbox, I can say without a doubt, I love my tape measure. I'm always doing some sort of DIY home improvement project (putting up pictures, adding shelves to a closet, painting a bedroom, redoing cabinets or flooring, etc.) and the first thing I reach for is my Read more
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In order to cut corners and save money, homeowners are inclined to do many DIY home improvement projects themselves. However, sometimes projects don't always turn out as fail proof as we would like. I know I 'm not the only one who has experienced the following annoyances, ie. attempting to measure something (furniture, wall) for your next DIY project or furniture purchase, only to have the tape measure infuriatingly snap back before taking a Read more
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Repurposing, dumpster diving, and trash picking have a new label thanks to good old American ingenuity and wordsmithing. "Upcycling," as it's called, has taken the DIY community by the tool belt, giving professionals and hobbyists an interesting and inventive outlet for their creativity. There's a skill involved in looking at what most people would consider a piece of junk and see a useful or interesting work of art. It's one thing to see a chair s Read more