“DIY is in decline because today’s men are too soft.” This was a recent headline by UK-based newspaper, The Telegraph. Regarding a cultural shift in his native country, journalist Martin Daubney reported that the owners of Homebase—a major retail home-improvement chain—announced plans to close a quarter of UK stores because of the reality […]
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Highlights from the 2014 Remodeling Show/DeckExpo
Last week the Extreme How-To staff went to the 2014 Remodeling Show/DeckExpo in Baltimore, Maryland. Aside from the good beer and great crab cakes, here’s a handful of highlights from our trip. Ecolife Preservative for Treated Wood Viance offers the Ecolife brand of stabilized weather-resistant wood. To show the effectiveness of its wood-stabilizing protection against […]
Out of the Frame: 6 Inspiring Frameless Solutions for Your Home
Guest post by Francesca Holmes Even a cursory glance at the top interior design websites highlights the growing popularity of frameless glass. Most often used for windows and French doors, the fact is if it is used wisely, glass can add much needed drama and style to otherwise bland interiors. For homeowners keen to […]
Touring the Georgia-Pacific LVL Plant in Thorsby, Alabama
I spent last Friday touring a Georgie-Pacific manufacturing plant in Thorsby, Alabama. I saw first-hand how log trucks deliver the raw Southern pine that is converted into engineered lumber products, which is made ready for distribution right from the same location. The process is fascinating to watch, but the company’s need to protect “trade secrets” […]
Generating Heat from Compost
Over the weekend I came across some information on generating heat from compost, which struck me as a really interesting idea. Composting is the natural breakdown of decaying organic substances such as dead leaves or manure, and the process generates heat from the chemical reaction. Compost can reach a core temperature of 70 degrees […]
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Wolmanized® Wood “U” Learning Series
Our friends at Arch Wood Protection Inc. have rolled out an educational program designed to address the wood-treatment process and proper use of preserved wood products. Wolmanized® Wood University will feature how-to videos, as well as printed and online materials, that focus on how treated wood is made and its intended uses. Additional content covers […]
NEW VIDEO: Arke’ spiral stair kit selection and installation
Check out this new video from Arke’. This video features the selection process and installation of an Arke’ spiral stair kit.
The Most Common Garage Door Opener Problems (With Fixes)
(Guest post courtesy Garage Door Repair, LLC) When you face a non-working garage door, you may fear an expensive repair bill. The good news for homeowners is that most garage door problems are simple fixes that may not even require a call to the repair professional. Here are some common garage door opening problems, and […]
DIY’er: Everybody’s Heard about the Word
Better late than never, the Oxford English Dictionary has finally added the word “DIY’er” to its official list of new words. As of March 2014, the wordsmiths in England have publicly recognized that folks like you and me exist. DIY’er (n.): A person who engages in do-it-yourself activities; an amateur (in construction, repair, etc.). By […]