The TORO Recycler® with SmartStow™ Technology

The TORO Recycler® Lawnmower with SmartStow™ Technology

If garage space is always an issue for you, and having one of those outdoor sheds in the corner of your yard isn’t an option,…

The BUG-A-SALT Original Salt Gun Fly Swatter

Mouse traps. Cars. Phones. Someone’s always trying to make them better. And guess what… they DO. You know why? Because the technology moves us forward…

Installing a Legrand Plugmold Tough Power Strip

Anyone out there who has a workshop knows that whenever you’re working on a project with more than a couple tools you’re going to run…

Kitchen Update – Tongue and Groove Ceiling

About 15 years ago, I completely rebuilt my kitchen from floor to ceiling. Well, here I am again—the only difference is that I can’t do…

(Last-Minute) Father’s Day Gift Guide 2014

All right ladies and kids, it’s time to cram. Father’s Day is looming and you’re running out of time. But he said, “Oh, honey you…

Outfitting the Patio with Lowe’s

Outdoor entertaining was an oversight when my home was built, and I guess it never occurred to anyone who lived here before me that no…

Father’s Day with Lowe’s and Dadand

To our very special wives, and oddly, many others who are looking for the perfect Father’s Day inspiration, we’re here to present you with something…

Create some Curb Appeal

#SpringisCalling It calls all right. It’s calling me out for the almost-criminal neglect of the front of our home during the winter. It’s not like…

Photography: Crop Your Photos Like a Pro

Cropping a photo was one of the first things I learned how to do in my layout class in college. We did it by hand,…

Kitchen Paint Refresh

Not everyone can change a dryer belt, build a cat condo or assemble your kid’s bike. But everyone can pretty much paint a room. You…

Dad blog uses photoshop elements to retouch photos

Photography: Content Aware Awareness

When I’m taking shots of the family, I’m trying to be aware of what’s going on in the subject…are they looking at the camera, smiling,…

Kobalt 40V Max Electric Outdoor Power Equipment

The Kobalt 40V Max Electric Outdoor Power Equipment is a new line of rugged outdoor tools by Lowe’s, all powered by the same rechargeable 40-volt max lithium-ion…

I Re-tiled My Kitchen

It was 1999. We were looking for a home and knew exactly what we wanted. A mid-century, concrete block, terrazzo floor-laden home. Our realtor found…

Photography: Fixing Group Photos

It never fails. You take a group shot and something (someone) always ruins it. They blink. They look away. A rabbit ear here, a nose…

Small Parts Organizer Organizer

This post is about organizing. From a person whose desk looks like a paper truck collided with an armored car. An armored car that only…

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2014

It’s time for one of the most feared holidays in the universe…Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re shopping for a girl or a guy, let Dadand give…

DIY Couch Cup Holder and Remote Caddy

Ahhh… the big game is coming soon. Who’s it gonna be? The Tigers vs. the Sabres? I don’t care. Those aren’t even football teams. I…

Holiday Dad Gift Guide – Tool Edition

This is my favorite time of year. For two reasons only. I get to spend even more time with my family. My holiday wish list…

Clinton LumberKings shave their heads for charity with Wahl Grooming

The Clinton LumberKings Shave Their Heads to Raise Money for Cancer Research

Marty and I get mistaken for David Gandy and Marcus Schenkenberg all of the time, but we’re not male models, we’re regular guys. Handsome, smart,…

George Nelson Block Clock Replica

George Nelson Block Clock Replica

As Handyman Bloggers for Lowe’s Creative Ideas we were given the challenge of making a homemade woodworking gift for the holidays. Me and Marty are…

10+ DIY Car Maintenance Tips and Tricks

Marty and I have always both been DIY guys. One reason is because we’re cheap frugal. Another reason is that we want things done right.…