There are guidelines when you build a fire pit. Fire pits are regulated in many communities. Consider the natural view when planning your outdoor fire pit. Prevailing winds should be considered when placing a fire pit.
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In this issue, I asked for it and you answered, tons of emails, meet and greet me at a local hardware store, the Green Movement, problems with a colored stamped concrete installation, Stain Solver sale is ending and my latest column and videos.
Blacktop crack repair can be a messy job. Newer crack sealers include one that is applied with a standard caulk gun. Use of foam backer rods can assist with the appearance of your blacktop crack filler. Carefully read all directions so an important step is not missed.
SPECIAL EDITION - This is a quick newsletter blast that has some big news, and I need your help again. I'm going to have some new-product news to share in about three or four days, so watch for that. There will be some cool video links in the next issue as well.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to use a manual log splitter and discusses whether or not a manual log splitter is right for your job.
Tim Carter walks you through the pros and cons of three different log splitting methods: a manual log splitter, a gas powered hydraulic log splitter and a wood splitting maul. Each of these log splitters have pros and cons. Select the right log splitter for your project.
In this issue, you never know who you might run into, saving money on your heating costs, log-splitter tests, painting kitchen cabinets, a new testing and reporting project for building products and systems and a foundation primer. DO you have enough security on your computer? And the results are in for a new website.
In this issue, Hurricane Ike hits the midwest, the lost of a friend, standby generators, the new AsktheBuilder.com website, a op-ed article in the Washington Times and troubling financial news are topics covered.
Repairing ceramic tile after the gypsum board failed in your shower can be a do-it-yourself project. Ceramic tile showers require a water-proof backing to prevent drywall and stud damage. Follow these tips when installing ceramic tile in your shower.
Continuous ridge vent is just one of the types of roof vents available. Turbine roof vents provide ventilation when the wind blows. Roof vents are needed both in the summer and winter.
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