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2021-04-14 16:52
I’m dusting off the proverbial sawdust from my testing bench and taking a look at an offering from Lowes. Lowe’s shipped us their new Matabo PHT Hybrid Multivolt 10″… Read More
2020-07-10 16:27
Howdy Friends! It’s been a while since we’ve gotten a review out, but we’re back today! Two weeks ago Lowe’s shipped us their new KOBALT 80v Max, 21″ Brushless… Read More
2020-06-10 13:09
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tutorial on DY Car Maintenance: Oil Change tips and tricks. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospective Campaign. Pos… Read More
2020-05-19 14:25
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tutorial on how to change the blades on a riding mower from friend and guest writer, Jason. This post is sponsored by the Home… Read More
2020-01-22 01:52
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this review of RYOBI 60 PC Drilling and Driving Kit and RYOBI ONE+ 6PC Combo Kit. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospect… Read More
2020-01-19 18:03
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tool review: Ridgid’s Brushless Drywall Screwgun. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospective Campaign. Post ma… Read More
2020-01-19 00:30
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this Bosch Daredevil Standard Spade Bit Set Review. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospective Campaign. Post may also co… Read More
2020-01-09 15:32
I told Jocie that if love were measured in dining room tables, she should feel the abundance. This is, in fact, the second dining room table that I’ve built, and the first one turned o… Read More
2019-12-06 12:00
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this Snow Blower Help trouble-shooting guide on How to fix a snowblower that won’t start. This post is sponsored by the Home… Read More
2019-10-20 18:05
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tutorial on How to Install Baseboard Trim as we follow Pro Contractor and Master Carpenter, Chris. This post is sponsored by t… Read More
2019-10-17 15:36
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tutorial on How To Change Oil In a Car. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospective Campaign. Post may also contain a… Read More
2019-10-10 15:30
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tutorial on How Build a Regulation Cornhole Set. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospective Campaign. Post may also… Read More
2019-09-24 14:09
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tutorial on How To Replace Brake Pads On a Car. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospective Campaign. Post may also c… Read More
2019-08-29 10:00
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tutorial on How to Replace Brake Rotors on a car from amateur mechanic and guest writer, David. This post is sponsored by… Read More
2019-07-31 17:01
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tutorial on DIY Tire Rotation Made Easy. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospective Campaign. Post may also co… Read More
2019-07-11 15:35
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this DeWalt 60V FlexVolt Brushless Axial Blower Review. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospective Campaign. Post may al… Read More
2019-07-05 02:25
Includes paid promotion by the Home Depot ProSpective.
One of the tools on my top 10 wishlist that still eludes me is a nice track saw. If you are the type of DIYer who loves using she… Read More
2019-04-20 18:45
This post was sponsored by The Home Depot.
Spring is just getting started here in Maryland (finally!) and with it comes our annual spring garden and lawn prep activities. As I write this pos… Read More
2019-04-19 21:13
Note: This post from DIY tool reviewer Aaron Talbot first ran on our tool site, Toolbox One.
Along with the recently reviewed DeWalt Compact Jobsite Table Saw, we also receive… Read More
2019-04-01 17:04
Today we’re taking a look at the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 16″ Chainsaw powered by Milwaukee’s new high capacity 9.0Ah or 12.0Ah batteries.
Stuff Lawyers Made Us Say: We’re… Read More
2019-03-28 02:12
Note: This post from DIY tool reviewer Aaron Talbot first ran on our tool site, Toolbox One.
My decades old 7 1/4″ compact table saw recently bit the dust, pardon the pu… Read More
2019-03-21 21:00
This post was sponsored by The Home Depot and includes affiliate links.
Last month (February, 2019) we installed Motordeck Polypropylene Garage Floor Tile from The Home Depot in our two-car… Read More
2019-03-12 17:01
This post was sponsored by The Home Depot. We love THD and do about 95% of our home improvement shopping there (whether they’re sponsoring us or not). It doesn’t hurt that their… Read More
2019-02-28 01:38
The Husky 7-Piece Plumbers Tool Set is a great set including a variety of tools for plumbing projects. Instead of picking up all these tools individually, Husky bundles them together in a ha… Read More
2019-01-30 18:36
Note: This article originally ran on our tool site, Toolbox One.
There is no substitute for good lighting in your workshop or on the jobsite. We’ve seen many manufacturers focusing in… Read More
2019-01-15 03:16
Note: This post from DIY tool reviewer Aaron Talbot first ran on our tool site, Toolbox One.
An angle grinder is one of those tools you didn’t know you needed. However, once you o… Read More
2019-01-13 19:59
Note: This post originally ran on our tool-focused site, Toolbox One.
Today we’re taking a look at another of Makita’s battery powered nailers – the Makita LXT 18V Lithium… Read More
2018-12-23 15:26
There was a time that all I expected from my garage door opener (GDO) was to raise and lower my garage door. That time is gone. Ryboi has made the garage door opener so much more with innova… Read More
2018-12-04 18:10
I’m really impressed with the new DeWalt 20v Random Orbital Sander. Cord-free sanding is awesome, and this sander delivers great power and runtime. If you’re in the market for a… Read More
2018-11-29 03:59
Note: This post from DIY tool reviewer Aaron first ran on our tool site, Toolbox One.
If you’ve been kicking around the idea of delving into the relatively new arena of… Read More
2018-10-16 22:11
Among Ridgid’s latest Octane 18V cordless offerings in Home Depot stores is the new MEGAMax power base system. Along with the new Octane 18V technology, which by itself allows for mor… Read More
2018-10-10 16:43
Note: This post from DIY tool reviewer Aaron first ran on our tool site, Toolbox One.
There are typically two reasons I purchase new tools. One, I need a tool to perform a task that no othe… Read More
2018-09-13 00:01
Thank you so much for visiting us at One Project Closer for this Mid-Century Modern Dog Crate and End-Table Tutorial. Post may contain affiliate links.
I’m sure you’ve heard… Read More
2018-08-31 15:32
Note: This post from DIY tool reviewer Aaron Talbot first ran on our tool site, Toolbox One.
I recently had the opportunity to test out Ridgid’s 4.5 Gallon 5.0-Peak HP Pro Pack W… Read More
2018-08-20 14:56
This post originally appeared on our tool site, Toolbox One.
In May of this year, Milwaukee announced their latest M18 FUEL 7-1/4″ circular saw. You may be thinking this looks a lot li… Read More
2018-07-17 17:52
This post originally appeared on our tool site, Toolbox One.
Next up we’re taking a look at the DeWalt DCF894B4 1/2 in. cordless impact wrench with detent pin anvil. This impact boasts… Read More
2018-07-15 13:32
This post originally appeared as a guest post by Aaron on our tool site, Toolbox One.
I’ve had a framer nailer on my short list of tools I’ve needed for a while, so I was excited… Read More
2018-07-06 13:38
Today we have a guest article by Zeb Griffin from Bennett Air-Conditioning LLC. Zeb has over 20 years experience in the HVAC industry.
WOW! Milwaukee has done it again; designing and buildin… Read More
2018-07-03 20:25
Note: This post originally appeared on our Tool Review Blog, Toolbox One.
Happiness is… a brand new Husky Heavy-Duty Deep-Drawer Tool Chest Workbench for your garage or workshop. We k… Read More
2018-06-14 23:32
Milwaukee has announced a new lineup of four bolt cutters as they continue to expand their hand tool offerings. The bolt cutters are available in 14″ and 24″ with the optional PO… Read More
2018-05-01 23:08
Today as part of our #PROSpective partnership with The Home Depot we’re taking a quick look at DeWALT’s latest Drill Driver and Impact Driver Kit and their new Stackable 20… Read More
2018-04-30 11:00
Today as part of our PROSpective partnership with The Home Depot we’re taking a look at a tool we’ve been waiting to review for some time: Ridgid’s new Gen5x 18V Cordl… Read More
2018-04-29 18:15
In the past few years, Milwaukee Tool has shifted to providing innovative, trade-specific tools. You can see evidence of that focus in “niche” tools like the Infrared Imager and… Read More
2018-04-01 00:40
It’s been a while since we’ve taken a look at any hand tools here on OPC. Today as part of our #PROSpective partnership with The Home Depot we’re taking a look at both the… Read More
2018-03-30 11:57
The P508 is Ryobi’s most-recent circular saw model. It was launch in November of last year and is part of the ever-growing ONE+ lineup which now boasts more than 100 products. If you&r&hell…Read More
2018-03-27 10:00
Hooray! Its that time again! This month, the All Things Creative Team have worked to bring you these super fun DIY wall decor ideas. This is one of my favorite months yet, because… Read More
2018-03-14 18:42
Thank you so much for following us on One Project Closer for our most-recent tool review on the STIHL 251 Chainsaw. STIHL provided these tools and compensation in exchange for us sharing ab… Read More
2018-03-12 17:27
Thank you so much for following us at One Project Closer for our most recent pro follow – how to install floating vinyl flooring. Cali Bamboo is providing the materials for this Pro-F… Read More
2018-02-27 23:53
Ryobi’s line-up of 18V tools has reached the “breathless” mark, with well over one hundred individual tools that all operate using Ryobi’s 18V ONE+ battery syste… Read More
2018-02-01 01:58
Up next we’re taking a look at the Milwaukee 11-n-1 Multi-Tip Screwdriver. Milwaukee announced this screwdriver along with several other hand tools in July 2017 “aimed at solving… Read More
2018-01-24 20:17
Today we’re taking a look at Makita’s New 18V X2 LXT Lithium-Ion (36v) Brushless 7″ Paddle Switch Cut-Off / Angle Grinder Kit, With Electric Brake.
Stuff Lawyers Made Us S… Read More
2018-01-24 19:20
Tell me if this sounds familiar. You got hit with the winter ‘bomb cyclone’ or some such, and it’s freezing cold outside. You’ve bundled up to grab the empty recyclin… Read More
2018-01-04 18:12
If your house is anything like mine, staying on top of the laundry is a never-ending battle. And how is it that my kids wear five different shirts every day? On top of it all, the cold winte… Read More
2017-12-14 16:58
Here in Maryland we typically don’t have much snowfall until January. This year, however, it’s already snowed twice, and my girls are really hoping for that magical white Christm… Read More
2017-12-09 18:27
The single, most-effective thing homeowners can do to keep their HVAC running smoothly is to replace the air filter on a regular schedule. Dirty air filters restrict airflow which can lead t… Read More
2017-12-02 17:28
When we think of quality saw blades, we think of Diablo, so it’s very fitting that the brand makes a line of drill-attachable hole saws for use anywhere you need to put a hole lar… Read More
2017-11-29 16:28
Have you noticed a lot of tool manufacturers putting an emphasis on lighting solutions recently? It’s true, and about two months ago Ridgid announced their new GEN5X 18V Dual-Power Lig… Read More
2017-11-26 18:51
With Christmas right around the corner, we’re going to be bringing you reviews of some excellent tool gift ideas for the casual and more serious do-it-yourselfers in your life over th… Read More
2017-11-16 18:59
Are you ready for the holidays?! Maybe the more important question – is your kitchen is ready for the holidays. In America, Thanksgiving is quickly approaching so be sure your fridge… Read More
2017-10-31 23:56
Hi friends! Closing out October we’ve got three more tools to share with you from our ongoing partnership with The Home Depot. We really like each of these tools and with the holidays… Read More
2017-10-26 00:26
Just about every modern refrigerator includes a water and ice dispenser. Did you know that your refrigerator also includes a water filter to improve the taste and remove odors? If you’… Read More
2017-10-25 16:52
Thank you for tuning in to One Project Closer for these Amazing Tips for Stress-Free Pet Grooming! We hope you find them helpful and stick around to see what else we’ve been doing her… Read More
2017-10-21 16:03
Today we’re taking a quick look at one of Ryobi’s least expensive ONE+ tool offerings, the under-$25 P738 High Volume Power Inflator.
Stuff Lawyers Made Us Say: We&rsqu&hell…Read More
2017-10-13 16:23
You may recall that last month we kicked off a partnership with Sears PartsDirect sharing lawn mower maintenance tips. This month we’re taking a look at grilling, and Sears PartsDirect… Read More
2017-10-07 17:04
Today we’re taking a look at Makita’s fantastic new 18v Li-Ion Cordless Pin Nailer. If you’re a carpenter who installs a lot of flooring trim, builds furniture, or otherwis… Read More
2017-09-30 18:35
We’re excited to bring you another tool review as part of our year-long #ProSpective tool review partnership with The Home Depot. On tap today is the DeWALT 20v Battery-Power… Read More
2017-09-30 15:02
I’m excited to share the next tool in our on-going partnership with The Home Depot #ProSpective. Today we are taking a closer look at the Ridgid R350PNF Palm Nailer. If you’ve ev… Read More
2017-09-08 10:00
We are exited to introduce to you one of the One Project Closer family, Chris Paulis. He is Jocie’s father and lives on the same street as Ethan and Jocie. English teacher and lifelon… Read More
2017-08-31 17:18
You may have seen impact rated bit sets at your local store and decided they aren’t worth the investment. After all, isn’t that just marketing jargon manufacturers came up with t… Read More
2017-08-30 00:04
Up first this month in our ongoing #ProSpective tool review partnership with The Home Depot is the Husky Virtually Unbreakable 500 Lumen Flashlight!
Stuff Lawyers Made Us Say: We&rsquo&hell…Read More
2017-08-10 01:11
Summer is in full swing, and if you’re anything like us, you’re attempting to get caught up on projects around the house. Recently, we’ve been installing vinyl flooring, sw… Read More
2017-07-28 22:07
Happy Friday, friends! We’re closing out July with a quick round-up of a few tools we didn’t get to do full reviews on as part of our participation in The Home Depot’s PROS… Read More
2017-07-21 02:10
This article was originally published on our tool site, Toolbox One.
Dremel has been a leader in the rotary tools market for many years, and for good reason. They invented the high-speed rot… Read More
2017-07-01 00:27
This article was originally published on our tool site, Toolbox One.
Stuff Lawyers Made Us Say: We’re partnering with The Home Depot to provide candid reviews of tools from… Read More
2017-06-27 00:13
This post was originally published on our tool blog, Toolbox One.
We’re just going to put this out there: this Milwaukee 25′ Magnetic Tape Measure is the best tape measure we&rs&hell…Read More
2017-05-30 18:30
This review originally appeared on our tool review site, Toolbox One.
Ryobi continues to advance the ONE+ tool lineup with the recent addition of the P601 palm router. This trim router is a… Read More
2017-05-23 00:23
This review originally appeared on our tool review site, Toolbox One.
Stuff Lawyers Made Us Say: We’re participating in a year-long partnership with The Home Depot to provide… Read More
2017-04-25 11:00
The built-ins at Fred and Kim’s house are nearly complete, and I thought it was time to update everyone on the progress. To give you some perspective, here’s a look at their livi… Read More
2017-03-21 11:00
Crabgrass is one of the most common annual grass weeds in North America–and one that is particularly common here in our little subdivision of Baltimore County, MD. Crabgrass grows from… Read More
2017-03-20 11:00
Welcome back to our latest Pro-Follow series focused on how to refinish hardwood floors. Refinishing a hardwood floor is a great way to bring new life to a floor that is showing too much wea… Read More
2016-10-08 15:30
Campell Hausfeld just released two new air compressors- the pancake DC060500 and horizontal DC080500. Both compressors include all the features you’d expect from a trusted brand like C… Read More
2016-09-28 22:58
Last year Troy-Bilt sent us their FLEX Yard Care System with snowblower and pressure washer attachments for review. I wrote about the pressure washer soon after we received it. I didn’… Read More
2016-09-16 23:58
A big thanks to Ridgid for sponsoring this amazing giveaway. Up for grabs is the GEN5X 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Combo Kit (5-Piece). This sweet combo includes Hammer Drill, Impact Drive… Read More
2016-08-29 12:00
When I unveiled my amazing dust collection system a couple of months ago, I remembered Jeff speculating that a zero clearance insert (ZCI) on the table saw may further reduce the amount of d… Read More
2016-08-23 20:17
Several months back Black & Decker released the latest generation of POWERCOMMAND™ outdoor lawn and garden tools. We’ve been really pleased with this line of tools for severa… Read More
2016-08-08 23:19
We recently took a trip out to Portland, Oregon to tour the Keen® footwear factory and HQ. It was an amazing trip, and I had the chance to speak with product managers, people on the ass… Read More
2016-05-25 12:00
If you’re a regular reader, you know this detailed guide is the culmination of many days shadowing expert general contractor and carpenter Steve Wartman. I was on-site as he and h… Read More
2016-05-14 12:00
About a month ago, Snow Joe + Sun Joe sent us a sample unit of their SPX3000 electric pressure washer. We put this pressure washer to the test cleaning composite decking, a pvc rail system… Read More
2016-05-14 12:00
About a month ago, Sun Joe sent us a sample unit of their SPX3000 electric pressure washer. We put this pressure washer to the test cleaning composite decking, a pvc rail system, some stucco… Read More
2016-05-05 12:00
This weekend we built the first of four heavy duty workbenches for the OPC workshop! This project was very simple, and the design works not only for a workbench (as we’re using it… Read More
2016-04-23 18:38
This short video is a first look at the Sun Joe SPX3000 electric pressure washer. It boasts a powerful 1800-watt / 14.5 amp motor for tackling a variety of tasks including removing paint, st… Read More
2015-12-13 12:00
I’ve been shadowing Mike on a few Pro-Follows, and we’ve also been working on some built-in cabinets and shelves. If you read Part 1 or Part 2 of the Pro-Follow, you know that Mi… Read More
2015-08-26 23:51
Late last month, Troy Bilt reached out to us and offered a sample unit of their new Troy Bilt FLEX Yard Care All-in-One System for our review. The concept behind the FLEX system is stra… Read More
2015-06-09 23:02
About a month ago, Chamberlain contacted us about their new MyQ WiFi-connected garage door opener and offered to provide us two sample units for review in our garage workshop… Read More
2015-01-01 19:15
For the last few months, we’ve been contemplating how to spruce up our relatively small upstairs hallway (below). We had installed wainscoting in our prior home’s livi… Read More
2014-10-18 11:00
Our garage workshop floor was in need of some serious TLC. We applied an epoxy garage floor coating to cover the ugly oil stains and give the shop a nice, polished look. I’m amaz… Read More
2014-05-22 11:00
This article is part of our library of DIY and expert Project Guides that share step-by-step explanations for a wide range of home improvement projects. As part of building this library, I f… Read More
2013-12-18 11:00
We’ve finished building three heavy-duty work benches and one of two folding wood sawhorses. Another important part of a workshop is good lumber storage. Up until now we&rsqu&hell…Read More
2013-11-27 11:00
This is a comprehensive guide for how to install a tile floor (ceramic or porcelain). Below you’ll find tutorials for every step of the process, with expert knowledge and tips from pro… Read More
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