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These are articles and guides by the HelpAtMyHome.com Staff. You can read more about us and our methodology on the About page.

These are deeply researched articles, guides, reviews, and explainers by experts whose goal is to provide clear, reasonable, and actionable advise in order to help you make your home improvement decisions easier. We are real home owners and apartment dwellers who have faced the same challenges as our readers and are committed to sharing our research and expertise.

Black and Decker Random Orbit Sander Review

12/22/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

This past summer I needed to do some sanding work but I didn't want to spend a lot. I ended up spending $30 on a 5-inch Black and Decker random orbital sander, model BDERO100. Here are my thoughts after using it for about half a year. …

How To Use A Vornado Air Circulator

12/22/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Vornado calls most of their fans "air circulators," like their popular Vornado 660. That sounds cool, but what does it mean and how do you use an air circulator? …

Branch Ergonomic Office Chair Review

12/17/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Recently my Knoll Life chair, which has served me well for over 10 years, finally broke down. It was time to buy a new office chair in order to make my work-from home life as comfortable and healthy as possible. Instead of buying a Knoll, a Haworth …

Vornado 660 Whole Room Fan Review

12/16/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

If you are in the market for a quiet fan that is large enough to cool an entire room, then the Vornado 660 has been a top choice for a number of years. I bought one for my home and have been using it for some time. Here are my thoughts about this …

Right Angle Clamp Comparison: WeTols vs DeWalt

12/15/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Are you in the market for a 90-degree clamp, sometimes called a right angle clamp, corner clamp, or a right angle jig? So was I. I ended up buying two of the most popular models to see which one I liked best. …

The Quietest Fan For Sleeping and Working At Home

12/11/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

My household is crazy about air circulation. Growing up in an AC-free home meant we used fans -- ceiling fans, desktop fans, box fans, garage fans, you name it -- in order to stay cool during the summer. Over time I grew to appreciate fans and to …

Best Wire Strippers of December 2021

12/06/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Wire strippers are an essential part of any electrician's toolkit, they are also generally handy to have around your home, shop, or garage. Wire strippers are one of those tools where its appearance massively undermines its value -- it just sort of …

FYI: Dewalt Just Recalled Their Jobsite Pro Wireless Earphones

12/01/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

If you have been using Dewalt's Jobsite Pro Wireless earphones (model DXMA1902091) you'll want to stop immediately. …

What Are T-Studs?

11/26/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Ever heard of a T-Stud? If you haven't, then you probably haven't researched framing a house in the last few years. Read on to find out more about T-Studs. …

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Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody Jacket Review

11/17/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

As a long-time Patagonia owner, I purchased a Micro Puff Hoody about a year ago and wanted to deliver some thoughts about it. …