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More Bang for Your Bucket
Lay your trash receptacle on its side before putting in your narrow rips and cutoffs.
A Brilliant Tape Measure
This new tape measure from Milwaukee has several great features, but the best one is a built-in LED light.
Nail-Set Upgrade
Make your Spring Tools nail sets easier to find by adding some color.
Chewproof Weatherstripping
Keep rodents from chewing garage-door weatherstripping with this cladding.
Good-as-New Grout Float
Trimming the edges of a worn grout float can extend its life.
Protect Deck Joists
A rubberized sealant provides inexpensive protection for the tops of decks joists.
Keep Cabinets Dry
A piece of waterproof tile underlayment prevents water damage to a sink cabinet.
Simple Drain-Line Plug
This plug will prevent the drain line from leaking water during a garbage disposal or dishwasher replacement.
Set Trusses Solo
This jig makes it possible to install roof trusses by yourself.
Conform to Ceiling Curves
To accommodate a curved ceiling when installing a new non-load-bearing wall, make a series of kerf cuts in the top plate.

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