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Been looking into building some storage shelves that hang from the ceiling of my garage. I've seen some designs that I like (), but I'm still hesitant to hang something above my cars. Anybody done something similar? If so, what do I need to know about safely installing in order to avoid a...

Got an air compressor and finish nail gun this winter. Finally tried it out a few weeks ago and quickly noticed that the Kobalt male/female adapters and quick-connects I got from Lowe's were leaking air. So much so that the compressor was kicking on after about only 1 minute to refill. I...

After a long winter, I've found water has penetrated through a west-facing window. The caulk sealant between the window and wall has cracked pretty significantly. The white paint has bubbled up and there is a dark tint (I'm assuming mold) behind it. I know I need to remove the paint and apply...

Already had the 18v drill and recently added the 18v impact driver. Drill came with a case, but the impact was bare tool without a case. I know these two come in a combo kit with a single case, so does anyone know where I can buy JUST the case?

I must preface my question by saying that this website is exactly what I was looking for as far as a forum for garage and tool information. Tons of ideas and pictures really make it a great place to browse. Having said that, what forum(s) do you guys go to for more of a "whole home"...

Assuming you have the same zero amount of structural engineering as I do, how do you figure out how much weight you can load on a DIY shelving unit? For example, if I attach a 2x6 header board lengthwise to 4-5 studs and then attach a framed box to act as the shelf, how do I figure out an...

For those of us with standard residential garages, what sorts of things have you guys done in order to maximize those "dead" areas, such as the tight corners near the garage door or the space above the garage door?

What are your tips for leveling cabinets on sloped garage floors? I'm planning on building a cabinet/shelving unit that will span close to 6 feet so the slope of the floor will definitely play a role. These are options I've considered: #1 Build a platform that lays flat along the slope of...