Introduction I am always on the lookout for a great deal on a useful tool that I can add to my toolbox for just a few bucks. Even better than that are tools that I see and make me say “I didn’t know what that was called,” or “I didn’t know […]
Troubleshooting and repairing a battery powered Worx string trimmer that suddenly stopped working due to a broken solder connection to the motor.
Use an inexpensive Bluetooth accessory to read the check engine light codes from your car. You can then decide whether to fix it yourself, or walk into the mechanic already knowing what the problem might be.
My wife was surprised to hear me mention my third cup of coffee for the day because she thought I only drank two. Upon some reflection I came up with the above formula to calculate my coffee consumption. I began by noting that before having kids, I was generally a one […]
Staining and applying a polyurethane finish to a DIY piece of furniture for my son’s room. This post includes information on applying stain and finish, as well as the mistakes that I made along the way.
Design and assembly of a night stand to fit by my son’s toddler bed. The nightstand is the perfect height for the bed and can hold books and toys and a small lamp.
Fix a bathroom vanity light fixture hanging loose from the wall. This issue may also occur with wall sconces or other fixtures hung on drywall.
The steps to install new soffit vents on a house with traditional plywood soffit and wood fascia.
