It is easy to repurpose hardware and building materials if you combine a little skill, time, and creativity. I had three commercial gooseneck lamp fixtures that I had used to light an old outdoor business sign. They were in surprisingly good shape for being in a harsh...
There are multiple ways to join two pieces of wood that range from butt joints to rabbet joints. Most of these connections connect two perpendicular boards, for instance the sides of a drawer. However, many applications require boards to be parallel to each other,...
If you are a homeowner, or a DIYer, you will need some basic tools. If you do more than the most simple repairs you will benefit from power tools, and cordless power tools are generally the most convenient to use. However, there are so many different brands, models,...
Most modern homes use forced air heating. This type of heating works well, and the same duct work can be used for cooling making it a cost effective solution. However, there are other ways to heat a home, as many who lives in an older house or apartment can attest to....
Part of the renovation of my townhome involves replacing the old ceramic floors with wood ones. The old floors were cemented to the concrete slab and when they were removed they left quite a bit of residue mortar. The most reasonable way to get that mortar off was to...
When you live in a small space you have to adapt that space to meet the needs of the individual residents. The townhouse that I’m renovating has a music room in the basement area. Unfortunately, the master bedroom is directly above that space. It is impossible...
