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The Basic Toolkit: Choosing the Right Pliers
I never really thought about it until now, but there are so many different types of pliers. Here is a rundown of some of the more common types:
Tongue and Groove Pliers (the first pair pictured)- These pliers have an adjustable joint that allows the pliers to be resized for various applications. [...]
The Basic Toolkit: Choosing a Hammer
Ahh, the hammer- used for everything from hanging pictures to home defense. This tool is one of the MVPs of the basic toolkit. Back in the day, all hammers pretty much all looked the same. They had handles made of wood and heads made of steel. Nowadays, the hammer section at the [...]
The Basic Toolkit: An Overview
This is the first article in a series outlining the basic tools necessary to make a good basic home improvement toolkit. In subsequent articles, I will explain the tools in detail- why I believe each tool make a good addition to the toolkit and the different types of each tool.
The idea [...]
How to Lubricate a Squeaky Door Hinge
Every homeowner will experience the joy of a squeaky door hinge every now and then. Here are two methods to fix the problem- an easy method that usually works and a slightly more difficult method that should always work.
The Easy Method
Get a can of lubricant or WD-40 (WD-40 stands for Water Displacement- 40th Formula) that [...]
How to Build a Home Gym: Part 2
Part 1 of this post can be found here.
Paint the Walls
Now that you've chosen the room and taken care of the floor, it is time to tackle the walls. If you installed a rubber floor with colored specks in it, you may want to pick a wall color that compliments the specks. I [...]
