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electrical outlet and switch shims
Electrical shims in a pinch. When you run out of shims, and the housing quality inspector is coming, and there's no time to run to the store, snip a wire…
Accurately cut miters on long pieces of molding.
Cutting accurate miters on long pieces of molding is difficult especially if you are installing them overhead. I came up with a method using my workbench but sawhorses would also…
Keep caulk off your hands
Using caulk can be a messy process, especially is you are using a finger to smooth it in. Using a rag to keep the stuff off you doesn't work very…
Another use for plumber’s epoxy putty
Quickly install partition panels with surgical accuracy
Is it time to change utility knife blades?
When I put a fresh blade into my utility knife I mark the end with a squiggle from my Sharpie. When dull, I flip the blade as usual. When the…
Plugs and Backsplash
Whenever adding a backsplash to a kitchen the existing plugs are often too shallow, and the plugs have to be spaced out to the new correct depth. Using several washers…
Beach House Face Lift
We have been redoing the exterior of our vacation home, taking the advice of the FHB podcast guys on all the details.
Trashcan Plywood Handler
Handling sheets of plywood can be backbreaking work. A wheeled trashcan and a 2x4 and plywood support can make cabinet building much easier.
Caulking tile the right way
If you have ever color caulked corners in a tile shower, especially if you aren't using a color match caulk, you know how awful it is. The caulking gets all…
Spray Can Tubes
Tired of loosing those little plastic tube extensions on various spray cans, WD-40 for example?

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