Welcome to:

Home Improvement Tools and Materials Guides


Wall Finishing Materials

Paint Coatings Household paint coatings defined and identified.

Primers and Sealers Choose the right primer or sealer for the job.

Wood Bleach, Stain and Clear Coats Bleach, stain and protect wood.

Faux Painting Glaze Mix glaze and colors for faux finishing.

Thinners and Solvents Clean-up and thin paints and finish coatings.

Choosing the Right Paint Choose the right paint coating for interior and exterior surfaces.

Wall Finish Tools and Materials Choose the best tools and materials for wall repair and finishing.

Wood Working and Carpentry

Wood Joinery Wood working techniques for framing and trim.

Lumber and Sheet Goods Lumber and plywood for construction and remodeling.

Wood Trim Molding Molding selection for doors, windows, walls and ceilings.

Wood Working Tools Guide Carpentry and wood working tools identified and defined.

Home Improvement Tools

Cordless Tool Batteries Definitions and comparisons of NiCd, NiMH and Lithium batteries for cordless tools.

Cordless Drill/Driver Guide Overview of cordless drill/driver power and features.

Compound Miter Saw Guide Overview of compound miter saws features and uses.

Portable Wood Router Guide Overview of wood router features and uses.

Portable Belt Sander Guide Overview of belt sander features and uses.

Drill Press Guide Overview of drill press features and uses.

Electrical and Plumbing

3-way and 4-way Switches Wiring diagrams for three-way and four-way switches.

Receptacle Wiring Diagrams for most household receptacles.

Switch Wiring Diagrams for most household switches.

Electrical Terms Definitions for household electrical tools and materials.

Plumbing Terms Definitions for household plumbing tools and materials.