December 7, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Tool Hounds: 20 Tools Under $50 The holiday shopping season is right around the corner and we have our top picks for the Best Tool Gifts for 2016! Tools Article
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October 18, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 BOSCH Self-Leveling Cross Line Laser If you can only fit one laser level in your bucket, this one is a good choice Tools Article
October 3, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Weak Links in the Shower: 4 Shortcomings in Waterproofing Logic Curbs, corners, and drains are the culprits of most shower leaks. If you do not build redundancy into the system, you are building risk into it Kitchens & Baths Article
August 30, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Which Nail Bags Are Best 4 U? It depends on a lot, but here are some things to think about Framing Tools Article
August 24, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 7 Universal Design Bathroom Upgrades Make a bathroom more inclusive with simple design decisions Kitchens & Baths Article
August 10, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Moisture Management Design Rule 3: Use Moisture Tolerant Materials A closer look at using moisture-resistant materials for wet locations. Tile, Flooring, Drywall Kitchens & Baths Article
