Back in the day I never thought about screwdrivers as being any more than a simple tool that I had been given secondhand. If I had to associate a brand with them, I would have said Stanley, but then basically run out of ideas. Today, in 2024, things …
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ToughBuilt Heavy Duty Sawhorse TB-C500 Review (2 Years Later)
In need of some stands for woodworking around my house, I purchased a pair of ToughBuilt TB-C500 "Heavy Duty" sawhorses. Here is my review of one of the top-selling work stands of 2022, as well as my updates from the least 2 years of use. …
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The Best Waterproof Patio Furniture Covers I’ve Found (2024 Update)
Outdoor furniture is crazily expensive, so it makes sense to take good care of it. This means keeping your patio furniture covered when it's not in use. Since covers are rarely included with furniture (regardless of how much you spend on it) you'll …
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How To Upgrade An Old Toilet With New Parts
Plumbing might seem like a foreign language to many of us, but the inside of a toilet is actually a pretty simple thing. With a few simple parts and one moderately confusing one, you can overhaul the workings of any standard home toilet. This is a …
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Which Makita Leaf Blower Should I Buy?
Choosing a new leaf blower is unfortunately a much more confusing process than you might expect. You don't want to spend too much and get a powerhouse that you don't need, but you also want something powerful enough to do the job. If you already …
How To Buy A Fermob Outdoor Chair In The US
Fermob's outdoor furniture is, to a piece, the height of classic French design and something many Americans would love to have in their backyards. Unfortunately buying Fermob in the US can be a real challenge thanks to high prices, long wait times, …
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What Is A T50 Staple?
If you need to do some heavy duty stapling, you might have be running into the term "T50 staple" or "T50 compatible stapler" fairly often. But what is a T50 staple? …
CedarCraft Self-Watering Elevated Planter Review
If you want to garden in style, without all the bending over, then an elevated planter is the perfect purchase. These planters can do right on your patio and can easily be kept away from rabbits, deer, and pets. The only problem with elevated …
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My House Smells Like Rotten Eggs – What’s Wrong?
Does your house have that rotten egg smell commonly associated with hydrogen sulfide? Is it safe? Where does it come from and what can you do about it? …
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Thermoworks Dot Review: A Simple, Affordable Remote Thermometer
If you often make homemade yogurt, bake chickens, makes roasts, or do anything that requires frequent temperature checking over extended periods of time, a remote thermometer is a must-have. One of the best I've used, and one of the most affordable, …
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