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Home remodeling

Do-It-Yourself (DIY) home improvement projects.

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Cotter pin

Construction; Home remodeling

Versatile fastening device that is made of ferrous and nonferrous wire. The are inserted into a hole in a bolt, shaft or similar part. An eye on one end prevents the pin from going through while ...

Trap

Construction; Home remodeling

A bend in a water pipe tohold water so gases will not escape from the plumbing system into thehouse.

Track lighting

Construction; Home remodeling

A system of movable lights wired to a metal track that makes a great accent lighting choice for living rooms, bedrooms and dining rooms.

Torque wrench

Construction; Home remodeling

Designed to permit an operator to determine applied torque on bolts, nuts and other fasteners. Many torque wrenches are available with dual scales for conventional and metric measurements.

Torpedo level

Construction; Home remodeling

Usually 9" long and 1" wide, it is used for obtaining readings in close quarters where a typical carpenter's level won't fit. Because of its compact size, mechanics, plumbers, electricians, hobbyists ...

Coping saw

Construction; Home remodeling

Used for cutting irregular shapes, curves and intricate decorative patterns. The saw consists of a thin blade and a C-shaped steel tension frame.

Coping

Construction; Home remodeling

Tile or brick used to cap or cover the top of a masonry wall.

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