Saturday, August 31, 2013

Hose End Spray Nozzle and Watering Wand


For all kinds of cleaning projects around the house, you can pick up the Hyde Pivot Jet Pro. It has a built in soap reservoir and a pivoting nozzle that makes cleaning projects easy.
The washing wand connects to any standard hose and has three settings. Off, water only and soap. The nozzle pivots with a slid grip and you can adjust the spray pattern.
The nozzle can also be removed to allow any garden hose accessory, like a watering tip for plants.
I also have used it for projects where I need a hose end sprayer for product like grub control.

Friday, August 30, 2013

Picture Hanging Tool


An easy tool to help you hang pictures is the Hang It Perfect picture hanging tool.
It will help you line up and hang any type of picture, with any type of hanger. It will line up single hooks or a single wire and also two eye hooks or hanger. It is very easy to use and has a built in level.
If you are hanging multiple pictures side by side, you will be able to line them up like a pro.

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Cooking Fire Prevention System

 

The #1 cause of residential fires and injuries are cooking fires. There are over 100,000 fires a year in homes and over 60% are from cooking fires.

When cooking oil reaches a high temperature it will auto-ignite and create a large flame that can easily set kitchen cabinets on fire. In minutes, a cooking fire can be out of control.
 
A cooking fire suppressant that every home should have is the Stovetop Firestop extinguisher. This easy to install device is recommended by fire departments across the country. It is only activated by a large flame. When it is activated, it will extinguish a cooking fire before it has a chance to get out of control.
 
You can get this at your local hardware store and if they don't have it, they can order it for you. The company is Stovetop Firestop.
 
This is an excellent product that should be in every home. "To see this product in action, go to www.stovetopfirestop.com"

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Tool box or tool bag. What do you prefer?



I prefer a tool bag to a tool box. I like the way it organizes your most frequently used tools and has them within reach. A bag will let you carry a lot more at one time and keeps it organized when you are storing it.
I really like this tool bag from CLC. It has an integrated audio system to let you listen to your smart devices while on the job. It will run off batteries or you can plug it in. They also have styles with built in LED lights. I would have loved one these bags when I was working on homes without electric.
You can pick up a CLC tool bag from your local hardware store and if they don't have it, they can order it for you. You can also check out all their products online. I have been very happy with the products I've used from them.
The tool bag that I have in the video is the Tech Gear™ Stereo Speaker 18" MegaMouth™ Tool Bag.

Sunday, August 25, 2013

Exterior outlet cover installation.


For exterior outlets, the new style covers the electrical cord when it is plugged in, reducing a shock hazard.

Saturday, August 24, 2013

How to install an exterior outlet.


For an exterior outlet, you need a GFCI outlet that is rated for exterior use. The outdoor outlets are marked WR for weather resistant.

Installing a GFCI outdoor outlet will protect you from shock hazards. A GFCI will stop the flow of electric in a fraction of a second if a possible shock hazard is detected.

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

How to caulk a bathtub


A great do it yourself project is re-caulking a bathtub. I like to use a caulk tool to remove all the old caulk. I prefer a tool that pushes out the old caulk. You can also use a plastic scraper.
Once the old caulk is removed, treat any mold.
A simple way to apply the new caulk is with a squeeze tube. It goes on easy and you can smooth it with a finger. Only cut a small opening in the tip of the tube. You can always apply more caulk.
Work from one corner to the middle, then start from the opposite side and work toward the caulk you applied. This will keep the corners from having a buildup of caulk.