Recent content by jmcknight

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    Help me choose tool chest brand

    Another vote for Extreme toolboxes. I just got the 41" combo for my DIY garage. It's way below your $2K budget and looks professional. Let's be honest, tool boxes make a statement for many DIY garages. Your statement could be anything from HF to SnapOn, as long as you're happy with it. A good...
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    60 year old garage makeover

    The answers to your questions: The cabinet doors are misaligned. I spent a fair amount of time with the adjustment screws without success. I'll get this, though. Yes, the electrical outlets are not lined up. This was a conscious choice to retain the existing outlets already in place. Moving...
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    60 year old garage makeover

    Next up was flooring and paint. After much research and testing samples, I chose Swiss Trax rib trax tiles from Garage Flooring LLC. I liked the larger size, thicker material and quieter sound when walking on them. A little more expensive but worth it. We painted a two toned gray color...
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    60 year old garage makeover

    As I approached retirement about a year ago, I decided to remodel my garage and make a place I would enjoy looking at and spending time in. My objectives were clean walls (no hangers), better lighting, improved storage and new flooring. I used a contractor, plumber and electrician for much of...
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