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Paint-Grade Trim Options
Find out what common paint-grade trim is best for the job: finger-jointed pine, poplar, or medium-density fiberboard (MDF).
What’s the Difference: Painting Drop Cloths
Plastic, canvas, and alternative materials all have pros and cons when it comes to protecting your job site while painting.
Spray-Foam Sealant: Latex vs. polyurethane
No matter how tightly a house is built, it will have gaps—around windows, ceiling fixtures, chimneys, vents, and plumbing penetrations. Sealing these openings is an essential part of building an…
Patio Pavers: Permeable vs. Impermeable
Now that spring has sprung, it’s time to think about getting that walkway laid, that patio built, or even that driveway redone. When tackling these jobs with pavers, you have…
Riving Knives vs. Splitters
What's the Difference: Learn how and when to use these tablesaw safety aids
Concrete: Summer vs. Winter Mixtures
Different seasons require different techniques when working with concrete.
Slow Set vs. Quick Set Epoxy
What's the Difference: Learn how to select the right epoxy for your application
What's the Difference: Finish-nail guns
Time will tell if the new oil-free nailer can compete with long trusted oil nailer.
What’s the Difference: Torches
Discover the difference between propane vs. propylene gas torches for homebuilders, remodelers and plumbers
What’s the Difference: More Moisture-Resistant Drywall
Discover the differences between treated-paper drywall and fiberglass-faced drywall for use in moisture-resistant situations.

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