Dennis Bauman 
Acrylic paint is often the most durable family-friendly paint for indoor projects. Acrylic paint is known for its vibrant color and quick-drying properties. These qualities mean that acrylic paint spills and splatters are eye catching and may require many techniques to clean up. If you have acrylic paint to remove from wooden surfaces, I have …
Finding the right drill bit for your tapcon can be a challenge. Luckily, this guide will show you what size drill bit you can use for a 3/16” tapcon. Yes, there are drill bits on the market that come in different lengths and diameters. So, I’ll list the ones available so you know what …
Stained concrete provides a modern and sophisticated look to your flooring, while also being incredible durable and long lasting. In addition, staining a concrete floor yourself will save a lot of money and be incredibly cost effective. I look at the DIY stained concrete floor cost along with the cost to have a professional do …
Tiles break or come loose over time – it happens. There are ways to prevent loose tile, but none of that matters once you have one that is shaking or rocking under your feet. Leaving a broken or loose tile in place can cause you a lot of problems. If you just have a chipped …
Although tapping into metal is not always the most common home improvement project, it does happen sometimes. If you are making holes before the tapping procedure, you need to make the hole is smaller than the tap but large enough that the tap will cut the edges of the base material properly. If you are …
Cement board is one of the most useful home improvement inventions of the 20th century. It is used as a tile backing board in places where moisture is common, such as your kitchen or bathroom. Once you learn how to cut cement board, you will be able to add walling and tilework to your home. Here …
Creating custom woodworking pieces sometimes requires fine detailed work you can achieve by using a scroll saw. These saws provide precision cutting on the exact cut lines you have determined and it does so with incredible accuracy and intricacy. Depending on the type of blade you use for your scroll saw, you can easily refine …
If you are looking for more information about drilling or you need help finding the correct drill bit for your tapcon, you can use this article to find all the information you need. ¼” tapcons also come in different diameters and lengths, so this can affect the drill depth and other factors you need to …
At first glance, tile saws and table saws have a lot in common. Both use circular blades to cut through their material. Both saws are very powerful tools, and are a mainstay for home owners, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts. However, these two saws have a lot about them that differs. You want to make sure …
Building a crib for your little one on the way, not only can save you money but it can also create a family heirloom to pass down for generations. By learning how to build a crib, you can have one ready before your little one arrives, giving you another thing to be proud of as …
The circular saw with the blade attached to a motor shaft is a popular tool among handypersons and DIY enthusiasts. But, how to make angle cuts with a circular saw? Cutting at precise angles isn’t tricky. Handling the circular saw when cutting, however, can be difficult. How to Cut a 45 Degree Angle with a …
There’s something to be said for having the superior saw brand in your tool arsenal. But, often times figuring out which brand is the best is a bit of a challenge. To simplify the process, I’ve compared Makita vs Dewalt. This article will give you an intimate look at the two companies as well as …