They say you need the right tool for the job — and that applies to both your tools and your workwear. This week we’ve partnered with Toughweld Workwear to give one lucky winner a Metabo SBE560 1/2″ Hammer Drill (retail value $183). Why choose a hammer drill? Regular drills work well for wood and metal, … Read more

A comfortable home starts with the fundamentals, and windows are among the most important elements. They control natural light, help regulate indoor temperature, and keep outside noise where it belongs. When drafts become noticeable or energy bills begin to rise, many homeowners start searching for “window replacement near me.” Replacing old windows is a practical … Read more

DEWALT 10″ Job Site Table Saw: Durable, Accurate, and Ready for Work DEWALT’s 10″ job site table saw has earned a solid reputation across construction sites and workshops for its combination of rugged durability and dependable cutting performance. Built to withstand the daily demands of contractors and tradespeople, this saw is designed to travel, handle … Read more

Lighting and outlets are a top priority at the Dahl House. We’ve previously written about how important dimmer switches are to our home, and how the Leviton Decora Smart dimmer offered a significant upgrade. The connected features—scheduling, customizable activities, and integration with voice assistants—have made daily life simpler. Pairing the Decora Smart dimmers with our … Read more

I’ve used iPhones since the first model, but I’ve never been fond of using cases—until recently. I appreciate the feel of an unencumbered phone and how easily it slips into a pocket, and I’ve always handled my devices carefully. With the iPhone 4S, however, the investment felt too large to leave unprotected. The glass back … Read more

We had a lot of fun redoing our laundry room last year, but the attached storage area quickly became the ugliest room in the house. It was time to epoxy the floor to give the space a fresh, durable finish. The room is roughly 20×10 with no windows, and it had become the perfect place … Read more

Milwaukee Tools has introduced the latest update to its REDLITHIUM M18 lithium-ion battery lineup, marking the sixth generation of the platform since its debut in 2005. The refreshed range focuses on improved runtime, power delivery and overall battery life to better support professional users and demanding applications. The new M18 batteries are available in two … Read more

Matthew Gray Gubler has long been known for his love of Halloween — it may well be his favorite day of the year. Each October he shares photos of himself in inventive costumes and visits pumpkin patches to find the perfect gourds, kicking off the season with theatrical enthusiasm. We were given a behind-the-scenes look … Read more

You’ve applied your first coat and the room is already beginning to take shape. The next important decision is how long to wait between paint coats. Proper timing affects the final appearance and durability: too soon and you risk streaks, lifting, or an uneven finish; too long and you may lose efficiency or create adhesion … Read more

I still change my own oil. With quick lube shops on nearly every corner, it might seem old-fashioned, but I prefer to do it myself. Having someone else work under my hood can be unsettling — you never really know what they’re doing, and I’ve had a shop “bump” something that later fried my battery … Read more