The EHT staff recently tested the new YW7565 Chipper Shredder from Yardmax. Designed for the DIY landscaper, this model is built to last, and it’s easy to use and transport. With stamped steel construction and a Briggs & Stratton OHV engine, this Chipper Shredder eats limbs and branches and spits them out with a 10:1 […]
DIY Mold Test for the Home
You can expect mold and mildew outside your home because of the natural damp conditions of the outdoors. Mold and mildew inside the home is a different problem, because the inside of your home shouldn’t remain damp. The presence of moisture is the biggest contributor to mold growth, and to fight the infestation you should […]
Lift a 20-Ton Block
In the video below, a builder from Michigan demonstrates some amazing techniques of how to move and lift huge stones. He does this with no motorized equipment, and uses only wood, stones, counterweights and manpower. This is probably how Stonehenge was constructed. Although this isn’t the best quality video, the ideas shown here are well […]
Create a Green Roof
guest post by Chris Lundahl photo courtesy Flickr If you take pleasure in improving your house with fun DIY projects, why not install green roof? Not only can a living roof be aesthetically pleasing, but they help protect from storm waters, provide your home with sound and heat insulation, most possibly prolong the life […]
Vine-Like Robot for Construction Sites and More
Stanford scientists have developed the first snaking robot that moves like a vine. Its ability to grow across distances without moving its whole body could be useful in construction, search-and-rescue, and medical applications. Just imagine this thing pulling wires through the walls of your home, or sending water to disaster survivors. Check out this video […]
National Curb Appeal Month Tips for Enhancing A Home’s Curb Appeal
Never underestimate the power of curb appeal. A whopping 99 percent of National Association of Realtors members believe it’s important in attracting a buyer. August is National Curb Appeal Month, and the perfect time for homeowners to make upgrades. Whether repairs enhance form, function or both, homeowners should select projects that will improve quality […]
Tell the Government “No!” to Doubling Table Saw Prices — Power Tool Institute
Here’s an email I received from the Power Tool Institute that might interest you: You are receiving this email because you were one of over 1,600 consumers and interested parties who submitted comments to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regarding its 2011 Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) on table saws. The […]
Bushels of Brackets and Lots of Louvers
SYRACUSE, IN – What are two of the most popular polyurethane product lines manufactured by Nu-WoodTM? The Indiana-based company produces 76 different styles of durable brackets plus 21 unique louvers, making them one of the leading manufacturers of decorative millwork in the industry. “Adding a lightweight decorative bracket to a porch or under an eave […]
Nail Gun News for the DIY’er
Nail guns: You can aim a nail for precise placement and stop worrying about bent fasteners or hammered thumbs. Nail guns also spare your elbow a lot of wear and tear, and they drive nails with a single pull of the trigger, which saves tons of time compared to making multiple hammer swings for […]
Water Damage To-Do List for Homeowners
Water damage can come from a wide range of plumbing issues. A slab leak, a bathtub overflow, a faulty water heater and more can cause tremendous damage in a short period of time and even pose a structural threat. Sitting water and extended periods of moisture can result in microbial growth and can seep through […]