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    Renovation frustration

    I was looking at refinishing a hardwood floor in my family room a couple weeks ago and found after a little research that it is a BIG project. I still plan on doing it...but I am planning on waiting till summer now. I want to plan it out a little better around the family schedule (we have 2...
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    favorite / least favorite brand of tools

    I agree, it really depends on the use. When I worked in daily in construction it better be the name brand so it lasts. Now that all I do is work around the house (and have 2 kids so not much $$ to spend on tools) using the lower end tools work fine if you are willing to live with the minor issues.
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    hello everyone

    Yeah that sounds like a gut it out and start over project. I look forward to seeing the progress. Good luck!
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    Recessed Lights...

    That is sweet. That wireless switch could save a ton of time on a lot of jobs. Plus it is so much more convenient. Great tip. :)
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    Share a Tip

    Yeah, I have realized as I get get more experience taping the less you have to sand but just a little scrapping and a wet sponge do the trick.
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    Share a Tip

    I worked with a guy who showed me a cool trick to save a step. Just like ToolGuy says premixed compound needs watered down and to not forget to prime, my old boss would mix primer in with the premixed compound and would roll it on the wall to texture the wall and prime it at the same time.
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    Another new guy

    Hello everyone. I stumbled across this board looking for a place to get ideas and partly waste time on the computer. My only hobby right now is working on our house. I am on my second home, which is a house that started in 1920 and has been added onto at least 4 times. I am currently working on...
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