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DIY City Guide: Baltimore

Charm City (Baltimore) has an abundance of DIY resources which we've compiled in this easy to ready guide from Building Moxie.…

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DIY City Guide: Chicago

Chicago is a city full of do-it-yourselfers and there are plenty of resources for them to make their homes the best they can be…

Pro Tool Innovation Awards

Every tool nut should check out the Pro Tool Innovation Awards for the latest awesome tools and more.…

Get Rid of a Clogged Ice Maker Once and for All

Refrigerator ice makers are a modern day luxury but periodically, and especially if it isn’t used regularly, the delivery system for the ice maker no longer works. Sometimes you can work with it and sometimes it breaks loose and…

Protect your Family with Safety Glass: It’s Not Just For Cars

When we moved into our century-old home and began our then-minor-now-major renovations, we realized something slightly terrifying about our original to the house solid wood door. Moreover, the picture window in the door. Somehow at inspection, we had failed…

The Future

The future belongs to the few of us still willing to get our hands dirty.…

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Nail Gun X-Ray Photos

You don't want to look yet it's hard to turn away from these nail gun x-ray photos.…

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Car Camping with an ARB Rooftop Tent

Take care camping to the next level and check out this roof mounted tent from ARB. It is great for expeditions as well as drive up camping.…

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Fly Your Flag the Right Way this 4th of July

If you choose to display your American spirit by flying the U.S. flag this 4th of July, please make sure you do it properly. Yes, there is more to it than just unfurling the flag and running it up…

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Five Reasons To Document Your Renovation

When beginning a home renovation, there are a multitude of things to consider -- cost, time, materials, permits, etc. But have you ever considered documenting your project to be an intregal part of not only the process, but a…

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5 Pointers for Researching Your Next DIY Project

Just because a website says adding to existing plumbing is as easy as 1-2-3, doesn't mean really anything without the experience to back it up. Find the best resources for your next DIY project.…

Klein Tools Non-Contact Voltage Tester Review

Klein Tools has recently updated their popular non-contact volt tester with the NCVT-2 dual range voltage tester. It's the same size as the previous version but operates in two modes and can test low and standard voltage.…

Protect the Things You Treasure Most

This week GAF (North America’s largest roofing manufacturer) asked us to share their new sweepstakes, Protect the Things You Treasure Most. GAF knows a roof protects more than a house–it protects the treasures people hold dear to their heart.…

Get a Healthy Lawn Using Less Water

Conserving water is an important part of responsible home ownership. From the kitchen to the bathroom to your yard, you should regulate your water usage…

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DIY City Guide: Los Angeles

We’ve come to appreciate the City of Angels and realize the history and communities are as vibrant as anywhere in the country. This applies to the do-it-yourself spirit that is surging across the city and that’s why we’ve chosen…

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DIY City Guide: Oakland & East Bay

The East Bay is chock full of DIY resources with everything from lumber, awesome hardware stores, educational resources and upcycled home supplies…