So, you’re thinking of remodeling your shower area, but you’re worried about experiencing maintenance issues in the future. You’ve decided how you wish to install the walls and plumbing, but what do you put in for the ceiling above your shower? Advice from experts and research into building regulations will guide you through the process. … Read more
When there’s a trimming, felling, or pruning job to be done, two machines get the job done swiftly and effectively: chainsaws and pole saws. I use them regularly for timber and yard work and can attest to their reliability! However, although they are not entirely similar despite physical appearances. Let’s explore the chainsaw vs. pole … Read more
If you’re a DIY home renovator and have a project at hand, like retiling a room, you’ll need to buy tools to get the job done. Purchasing new tools each time you need a small job done seems like a waste, though. Well, with modern advancements come cheaper solutions. Cutting tile usually requires a wet … Read more
When you are new to woodwork, construction work, or just a DIY enthusiast, you need an electrical saw. The two best saws, to begin with, are a table and a circular saw. The other consideration is the amperage you will need. The main difference between a 13 AMP and a 15 AMP table or circular … Read more
A jigsaw is a fantastic tool to have at your disposal, but I often find that people think about using it in a very particular way. That way will tend to focus on cutting wood where you find yourself standing over the material and looking down upon the line you want to follow. But here … Read more
If you are a woodworker, logger, or avid DIYer, chances are you have heard of Milwaukee and Stihl chainsaws. I needed to buy a new chainsaw recently, but there were so many brands and types that I had difficulty choosing one. I narrowed it down to a Milwaukee or a Stihl, but this left me … Read more
I had recently invested in purchasing a tool shed, which meant cleaning my garage. I was amazed at the number of power tools I had accumulated over the year, many of which no longer served their purpose. In one corner lay a hedge trimmer and a chainsaw. Which one would suit my needs better and … Read more
There is a common misconception that all chainsaws are alike. While different types of chainsaws share similarities, key differences set them apart. This is especially true when you consider top handle chainsaws and how they compare to rear handle chainsaws. Top handle chainsaws are more powerful than rear handle models while also being more compact … Read more
While using power tools means you can rip through a project in next to no time, I think there’s still a time and place for doing things the old-fashioned way. That means you need to put down those tools powered by 20V batteries, shut off that mains power supply, and turn back the clock. This … Read more
When it comes to dealing with walls or ceilings in your home, then two potential approaches you can apply are wood paneling and drywall. However, I’ve always found that any DIY project around the home always has its fair share of pros and cons. But the problem here is that we are talking about something … Read more