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No one wants to have to deal with a burst water pipe, but as annoying as it is when it happens, it can be relatively easy to fix. We’ve put together this guide to take you through the different options of how to repair your burst pipe. The first thing you should always do is stop any more damage taking place, so turn off your water supply. Then clear a space so you have easy access to the damaged pipe.
If the whole in the pipe is relatively small, then you can use… Continue reading
Taking pride in your home is important, but have you ever considered the damage that might be done if you ignore certain elements? One area that is often neglected is leak detection, because people don’t know how to do it or don’t know what they’re looking for, but now would be a good time to familiarise yourself with it.
Some neglect leaking because it is silent and often unnoticeable for lengthy periods of time. Many people would argue that it is easy to neglect leak detection when you’re not looking in a specific area, but believe me, it is… Continue reading
If you are planning to undertake a home improvement project, you may find that you need to use bricks at some point for any range of reasons. If you find yourself in this position, you need to be sure you’re using the right bricks for the task at hand. So what are the main types of bricks? The most common type is simply known as the common brick. This brick is fine for use in most projects, although they often have a porous quality and so shouldn’t be used underground.
If you are planning to undertake a project that requires… Continue reading
So, you’ve just got a new kitchen and you’re looking to make a few finishing touches. A great attractive and practical option is the splashback, and we’ve put together a few tips to help you install your own. Splashbacks are usually made from glass or acrylic. You can either choose one that comes with your kitchen or get one custom made for a fee. To install it, you’ll need specialist strong adhesive that won’t be affected by cooking grease or heat and that’s watertight. Masking tape and ruler are also handy.
Before you begin, make sure that the wall you… Continue reading
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diy, home, home accessories, home improvement, home repair, kitchens, remodeling, splashbacksHome improvement shows are pushing some Canadians to opt for the “reno” of their dreams instead of a project more in tune with their financial reality.
Recent surveys have found that 60% of respondents who have renovated their home recently developed a budget before starting their project. However, 27% of renovators spent more than they planned.
Maintaining a renovation budget can be challenging, especially when home improvement TV shows and magazines stir-up consumer appetites for the latest in home appliances and décor. Home renovators often have the best of intentions when it comes to sticking to their budget, but often… Continue reading
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- Table saw tapering jig (why I needed a circle jig)Table saw tapering jigwhy I needed a circle jig… One morning my daughter said to me she needed a wedge to hold the door when she took out her bicycle, so I went to the work shop to make her one, only this time I decided to do it safe… So I made a jig for tapering cuts – no more freehand cutting. Some scrap ply and by the help of my new circle jig with a fast […]
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- I Saw it. She Saw it. We all Saw it. February 22, 2012As instructors at woodworking classes, we spend most of our time sampling bon-bons and braiding each others hair while the students work away the last bits of their cartilage between their poor, overtaxed joints. Today was not so fun for the instructors. While the students merrily dovetailed away their carcasses at The Woodwright’s School, the Continue readi […]
- Build a Tool Chest at 'The Woodwright's School' February 21, 2012Monday's "Anarchist's Tool Chest" class "The Woodwright's School" was the first of five days of dovetailing. By the end of the week, everyone will be able to cut dovetails in their sleep. And we'll all be so tired that we might have to. Be sure to visit The Woodwright's School online. Click here to purchase Contin […]
- A Pause in the Hostilities February 16, 2012I finished yesterday fitting the three bottom drawers to the Campaign Secretary I’m building and I started in on building the gallery – it’s all dovetailed now. I’d be quite happy with my progress if I weren’t about to get into a car. For the next 10 days I’ll be on the road, taping a Continue reading» […]
- General Tools Deluxe Professional Seeker Scope w/Color CameraFor inspecting the interior of walls, engine compartments, or any dark, inaccessible space, reach for the General Tools Seeker Scope DCS300. With its spacious 3-1/2'' full-color viewing screen, and its flexible, LED-lighted, 39'' probe, this camerascope is well-equipped to troubleshoot even the tiniest spaces. The probe flexes, yet retain […]
- Round Summit Pencil Hardware KitEach kit includes all necessary hardware. Gold-plated exterior trim hardware with black accents. Pencil hardware includes .7mm lead dispenser and cushion twist mechanism. Turning blank not included. -> Round Summit Pencil Hardware Kit - $8.39 -> Drill Bit "O" Size - $6.79 -> 7mm Mandrel, #2 Morse Taper and Knurled Nut - $19.99 […]
- Slimline Pencil Hardware KitAttractive and simple, the Slimline Pencil is a great starting point for beginners. Turning this basic design is easy, and the result is a stately and reliable click-action pencil that will write for years. The available satin platings have all undergone a special process resulting in a slightly textured, matte finish that looks and feels great. Use the bush […]
- LENOX introduces Speed Slot, the best hole saw ever, and you heard about it first at Toolcrib.com.Did you ever think someone could make such a simple product like the Hole Saw better? Well the folks over at LENOX have done just that. Hole saws are great, but the slug removal is one of the biggest pains … […]
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