Issue 248 – Dec/Jan 2015
Features
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Laying Concrete Pavers
For a driveway, walk, or patio, get the base right, and the rest of the job is straightforward.
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Double-Hung Windows
Knowing your priorities will help you find the best value in windows.
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Build Dry, Risk-Free Finished Basements
Capturing this additional living space correctly and confidently requires a careful approach to the site and foundation.
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Ultra-Portable Tablesaws
Small enough to carry with one hand, but big enough for job-site work.
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The History of Hammer Design
From rocks to titanium, hammer design has a rich history.
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Wonder Wheel By the Water
During the winter of 2013, Ray Baytos convinced his wife, Joanne, that a water-wheel house would be the perfect addition to their koi pond. A hobbyist woodworker and sometime-builder for…
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