Does your remodeling project call for a precisely drilled hole? Hand drills can wobble when drilling. Tim Carter demonstrates how a drill press will do the job for you. Drill presses hold the drill bit rigid and the work piece solid in a drill press vise.
Tim Carter, from AsktheBuilder.com, shows some really cool gift ideas that each homeowner needs. One of them is a very cool emergency radio. It is powered by either hand crank or solar powered, so you can listen your favorite radio stations, if your power is out or when away from an electrical outlet.
Contact these hardwood inlay manufacturers to see samples of their collection. There are some borders and medallions available that will take your breathe away.
Tim Carter, from AsktheBuilder.com, shows you how to install a door hinge like a pro. Cutting the recess into the door or door jamb is easy. Using a wood chisel, you can cut the proper mortise for the door hinges.
AsktheBuilder host Tim Carter shows how to install OSB interlocking panels over a concrete floor. This creates a great OSB basement subfloor for your basement remodeling project. These basement subfloor systems have a feature for leveling the OSB subfloor.
Wood filler and wood putty can completely hide holes in stained wood, if properly applied. Tim Carter shows you how to get a perfect finish when using wood putty and carpenters wood filler on stained wood. Some plastic wood filler, or other types of compounds, contain resins and other chemicals which can create marks in your wood. Wood putty comes in different colors and you can mix them to get the correct color match. Once the hole is filled, put one additional layer of stain on the entire piece and you won't be able to see where the holes were.
Cleaning a brick patio can make a big difference in the look of your backyard. This AsktheBuilder.com video shows you how to use oxygen bleach to make quick work of brick cleaning projects and other patio cleaning jobs.
The wheel barrow has come a long way over the years. Tim Carter shows you the latest advancements in wheelbarrows. There are several wheelbarrow types to choose from depending on your needs.
Tim Carter discusses wiring boxes, which are used for all of your computer, cable and home audio speaker wiring. It is all low voltage wiring. This wiring junction box allows you to bring in all your low voltage wires neatly and efficiently. It serves as a central distribution panel for all low voltage wires in your house.
Utility sinks can be hung with a bracket instead of dealing with legs. Tim Carter demonstrates how to install utility sinks or a laundry tub without needing legs. No legs helps with storage underneath the laundry utility sink and for cleaning under it. A few measurements need to be made, then using stud anchors, you will have your wall mount utility sink.
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