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Could Your Garage Be Beckoning Burglars?
Tips, techniques and products to keep your garage safe from intruders.
The Latest in Composite Decking
Modern-day composite decking combines strength, good looks, durability and resistance to wear, scratching and fading.
Vinyl and Bamboo Bring New Looks and Features to Flooring
Advances in vinyl and bamboo technology need to be seen and felt to be fully appreciated.
Four Super Screws That are Absolute Winners
Four super-performing screws for wood, concrete and composite decking.
The Surprising Virtues of PVC Decking
PVC decking is lightweight, stain resistant, easy to install and convincingly wood-like.
Advantages of a Tile Wet Saw for Larger, Thicker Tiles
A tile wet saw is an indispensable tool when working with larger, thicker or harder tiles like porcelain.
How a Moisture Meter Solved the Mystery of an Overnight Ceiling Leak
Rude Awakening.
One morning I woke up to discover a huge water leak in the family room ceiling. This device helped my track down the cause.
Firehouse Kitchen on Life Support Successfully Rescued
The most striking firehouse kitchen in the country. Firefighters in Palos, IL win a $25,000 IKEA kichen in a nationwide competition co-sponsored by The Family Handyman magazine.
How Can I Keep My Cordless Tool Batteries Charged and Ready to Use
Constant charging can reduce the life of cordless tool batteries. One solution is to use a 24-hour timer and set it to turn on the charger for fifteen minutes a day.
Flight Training - Open Cockpit Style
I take a ride in a Stearman biplane trainer. Just for fun.
My Margarita—Simple, Deliciious and So Very Summery
A truly great margarita requires two things, fresh lime juice and the proper methodoloy. Here, I cover both.
Building My Own Pickup Truck
An up-to-date look at ;GMC's Sierra Denali and the many options and features available in today's pick-up trucks.
