Making My Backroom More Functional

  • Welding Supplies To Keep On Hand For Your Small MIG Welder

    18 October 2019

    Of all of the types of welders beginners turn to in order to have a small welder in their shop, the MIG welder is by far the most popular. Simplistic in its design, easy to operate, and not requiring a substantial amount of power to function, the MIG welder is good for people who do not have a lot of welding experience and may not have a lot of space. In addition to the welder itself, it is best if you invest in a few good welding supplies to keep in your garage.

  • Problems With Your Boiler? Why You Shouldn't Postpone Repairs

    5 September 2019

    If you've started to notice problems with your boiler, you need to resolve the issues as soon as possible. Waiting until you're faced with an actual boiler emergency could cause serious problems for you and for your boiler. Here are just four of the reasons why boiler repairs should be taken seriously – and resolved quickly. Reduce Risk of Injuries If your boiler is malfunctioning, you're at an increased risk for accidents and injuries, especially if the problem continues for too long.

  • Tips To Make Performing Electrical Work In Your Home Easier

    24 March 2019

    You might have always been interested in doing electrical work in your own home, but you might have been intimidated about doing so. This is definitely understandable, and smart, but you can make doing your own electrical work easier with these tips. Educate Yourself For one thing, you absolutely should not start doing electrical work without educating yourself properly first. After all, if you make mistakes, someone could be seriously injured or your home could be left in a condition that could be very dangerous.

  • Installing An Industrial Air Compressor: Do You Have The Right Tools And Skills?

    30 January 2019

    An industrial air compressor is a little bigger than a standard shop air compressor in terms of size and the amount of compressed air their tanks can hold. If you want to install an industrial air compressor in your shop, warehouse, or industrial manufacturing site, do you have the right tools and skills? Take a look. Tools  ​For tools, you will need a large adjustable wrench, an arc welder, a needle nose pliers (various sizes help), and maybe a bolt driver.