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    Which Diamond Blades Are Best?

    Avoid spending a bunch of money on the wrong blade.


    Electrical Panels In A Bathroom

    Can an electrical panel be installed in a bathroom? Find out the answer from an electrical inspector.


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    The Top 10 Flooring Trends for 2022

    What are the hottest, most sought-after flooring options? Interior designers and other pros share what their clients are currently choosing.


    How to Use a Chalk Line

    Learning how to use a chalk line doesn't have to be difficult. Follow our tips for making accurate, straight lines...


    8 Circular Saw Cutting Tips

    These circular saw cutting tips for this indispensable tool will help you get it done safer, faster, and smoother.


    What Is Fire Retardant Coating?

    Fire retardant coatings can save lives when used properly. Learn about effective fire-resistant solutions, benefits, and application of spray-on fire...


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    What You Need To Know About Dump Trailers

    Everything you ever wanted to know about dump trailers (And probably a couple things you didn’t).


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    Installing PVC Conduit

    It's cheap, easy and lightweight

    9 Simple Tips for a Faster Wi-Fi Network

    Spinning pinwheels and slow status bars got you down? Keeping current with the latest technology is usually the fix, but...


    Common Problems With Flipped Houses

    Flipped houses look shiny and new inside, but what’s going on underneath all the new drywall, carpet, and paint? Find...


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    15 Tips for Installing Bathroom Subway Tiles

    Subway tiles are a great way to give a bathroom a brand new look. Here's our step-by-step guide to...


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    Home Inspector Nightmares: Vol. 7

    Some are bad dreams while others are Rocky Horror Picture show level. See if you can figure out what some...


    KEEN Utility Boots

    Keen is a footwear brand based in Portland, Oregon. We are big fans of their boots and wanted to find out...


    Clamping and Gluing Tips and Tricks

    Health gurus say to "treat your body like a temple". Well, here at Construction Pro Tips we have a similar...


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    5 Common Building Code Violations

    Check your home for these potentially hazardous situations


    14 Tools Construction Pros Never Knew They Needed

    Impress your coworkers on the jobsite with your impressive array of specially tools that they probably didn't even know existed.


    Top Tips for Ultimate Workshop Flexibility With Tool Stands on Wheel

    In the workshop, garage, basement or shed, having wheels on your tools and equipment means you can easily move them...

    How to Cut and Install Mosaic Tile

    In some ways, setting mosaic tile is just like setting any other tile. But because the individual tiles are small...


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    11 Little-Known Painting Hacks from Our Expert Field Editors

    We asked for real-world painting pointers—and got hundreds of great tips from our Field Editors. Here are 11 of our...


    Why Are Wood Prices Going Back Up?

    The price of lumber is climbing again. Here's why.


    Ring Unveils New Jobsite Security Camera System

    Ring is bringing cameras and connectivity to jobsites in a big step forward for construction security.


    What to Know About Clawfoot Tubs

    Thinking about purchasing a clawfoot tub? Read this first.


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    5 Things I Wish I Would Have Known as a Rookie Painter

    We talked to a painting pro to learn five things that rookie painters should know before kicking off their career.