December 9, 2012 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
In this newsletter, be careful buying online, Google shopping results are paid for only, warning about dry steam mops and how to help AsktheBuilder while shopping at Amazon.com.
Author Archives: Tim Carter
December 7, 2012 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
In this newsletter, a recall notice on Ridgid Nailers, an upcoming DIY Shed question and answer round table and helping AsktheBuilder.com with purchases from Amazon.com.
December 5, 2012 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
In this newsletter, visiting the 911 Call Center, two important product recalls, looking for an iPhone, update on using Straight Talk, energy retrofits return on investment, a great driver tool for a Christmas gift and more on the DIY Shed Videos.
Planning Shed Anchor Bolts Video
Tim CarterTim built custom homes and did ultra-custom remodeling for 20+ years before launching his Ask the Builder media presence. He was selected as one of the Big 50 by Remodeling magazine in 1993. This award gave birth to Ask the Builder in October 1993. Tim also operates https://DrawPlumbingPlans.com. His @askthebuilder YouTube channel was the […]
November 27, 2012 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
In this issue, I concentrate on saving money and not so much on home improvement. There are tips on saving money on your heating bills, on your home mortgage, several ways to save money on your cell phone plans and a reason to shop at Amazon.com.
Miter Saw Buying Tips
Power miter saws are absolutely amazing tools. The right miter saw can handle a variety of projects such as building a deck, a garden shed or trim around doors and windows. These miter saw tips will help you to select the proper miter saw for your projects.
November 20, 2012 AsktheBuilder Newsletter & Tips
In this issue, Happy Thanksgiving, my tips of the week on using a belt sander and a travel tip, a warning when and where to use moth balls, updated design software, a video on heart attacks and helping to improve AsktheBuilder.
Tips on How to Sand Wood
Knowing how to sand large areas of wood, such as a table top, can make or break your project. You need to use the properly combination of power tools and sandpaper. Some sandpaper will aggressively remove finished already on furniture, while finer girt sand paper can give you a glass smooth finish.
November 18, 2012 AsktheBuilder Weekend Alert
In this weekend alert, a reminder of the Bosch Treasure Trove contest which is ending soon and the Flash Stain Solver sale is almost over.
November 13, 2012 AsktheBuilder Newsletter Part 2
In this follow-up issue of the newsletter, a meetup in Washington DC, new tools on my Favorite Tools list, some typos and a friendly reminder how you can help AsktheBuilder with purchases from Amazon.com.