Expert Advice on Home Improvement

Sawmill owner, Roy Hyde, recycles fallen trees into lumber for custom woodworking projects. This environmentally friendly process keeps valuable timber out of the landfill while providing unusual species of wood in sizes not often found at the local lumber yard. Watch this video.

Ceramic floor tile can be cut to size using either a hand operated, score and snap cutter or a motorized wet saw. Rather than buying an expensive tool, consider renting a tile cutter from a tool rental center. Watch this video.

There are a number of specialty tools that can make the job go a lot faster and easier when installing carpet or removing vinyl flooring. Since most homeowners won’t use them often, consider renting from a tool rental center rather than buying. Watch this video to learn more. Watch this video.

The TouchStart string trimmer from Ryobi features an easy to use 12-volt, battery powered, electric starting system that makes pulling cords a thing of the past. The powerful one horsepower, 30cc, 2-cycle gas engine is designed to produce lower emissions. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

Tools and appliances that use mechanical hand power to turn a drill, generate electricity, or make ice cream, are great ways to go green. They also are always be available for use even when the power is out or batteries have gone dead. Watch this video.

The plastic caps on the end of an extension ladder can scratch paint or siding when they are leaned against your house. A simple way to protect your siding is to wrap the ends of the ladder with scraps of carpet, then hold them on with duct tape. Watch this video.

Wood flooring is available as solid wood or engineered wood, along with DIY friendly simulated wood grain laminate flooring. Watch this video to find out what you need to know about the different types and what it takes to install them. Watch this video.

The Heat Seeker Infrared Thermometer from General Tools is perfect way to conduct a do-it-yourself inspection of your heating/cooling system for leaks in the ductwork, or a general home energy audit. To use, simply train the laser pointer on the object and read the remote temperature reading on the LCD screen. The Heat Seeker is available at The Home Depot. Watch this video.

This 4-volt Cordless Screwdriver from Ryobi is lightweight but powerful thanks to the lithium-ion battery that can hold a charge for as long as two years. It features a 1/4″ SpeedLoad quick chuck, a 12 position clutch, and LED work light. The Ryobi 4-volt Cordless Screwdriver is available at The Home Depot. Watch this video.

Finishing is one of the most important steps in woodworking, and it all starts with a smooth surface. In this video Danny explains the different types and grits of sandpaper that are available and shares some tips on how to sand hard-to-reach areas. Watch this video.