After debating for a few years and doing lots of research, I finally took the plunge and got a Battery (Cordless) Self Propelled Mower! Here is my unboxing and review in hopes that it will help inform you if you are debating on getting a Battery Mower. The mower I bought is the Makita 18V […]
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DIY Garage Workbench
After moving into our new house, I did not want to spend a lot of time on a new workbench, so I designed and made this Easy DIY Garage Workbench and installed it in record time! It’s open, functional, and best of all it was cheap and fast! Loading… Before we get started, make […]
Continue readingDIY Cable Railing!
Our house has a central stair system but the handrail system was outdated – complete with dark colors and vertical balusters. It was in serious need of updating. I had always wanted to do a cable railing system, but honestly it felt a little intimidating even after I’ve done just about everything you can do […]
Continue readingMakita 12-Gallon Xtract Dust Extractor Vacuum Unbox & Review
I think I found the best shop vac! For years, I used a standard shop-vac that I bought at a big box hardware store for my shop work and general vacuuming needs in the garage and for projects. You may have seen my dust-separator cart video that I made for my Ridgid model. If not, […]
Continue readingDIY Battery Charging Station
Loading… It’s time to organize with my DIY Battery Charging Station! I was tired of having a disorganized battery charging situation that I had to make a change. I have tried everything. I have also moved shops a lot so finally I decided to make a Battery Charging Station that not only was perfectly functional […]
Continue readingDEWALT 20V Miter Saw (Unboxing & Review)
Since I downsized my shop by moving to Denver, Colorado, I knew I needed to also downsize my Miter Saw. After lots of research, I settled on the DEWALT 20V Miter Saw. It only needs one battery and I bought 2, 5Ah batteries so I would always have a backup. It weighs just 30lbs and […]
Continue readingMAKITA 18V Cordless Trimmer / Weed Eater Unboxing & Review
//For my entire life, I have used gas powered weed eaters and its time for a change! In today’s episode of Field Treasure Designs, I am unboxing and reviewing my new MAKITA XRU11M1 18V Brushless Battery Cordless String Trimmer aka, a “Weed Eater”. Don’t want to wait? Buy it here: https://amzn.to/2XClrNe Check out the details below… […]
Continue readingShop Vac Caster Upgrade
Let’s face it. Shop Vac casters are terrible! The don’t roll or swivel very well and are cheap plastic and loud. In today’s episode, I am going to show you how I upgraded my shop vac with some awesome new casters. After searching around for some new ones that could just plug into the holes […]
Continue readingDeWalt DW745 Table Saw Unboxing and Details!
I finally purchased my new table saw – the DeWalt DW745! Before we get started, make sure to follow me on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram to keep up with all my latest builds! After owning a few table saws over the years, I sold them before we moved knowing that I was going to shop for a new one. […]
Continue readingGifts for Your Shop!
Hey guys! I have finally put together a great list of Gifts for Your Shop! Many of you have been asking me about lots of things in my shot that get spotted on pics or videos so I thought I would put together a quick list of different items that I use in my shop […]
Continue readingAssembling Your DIY Pallet Clock
Since we have been selling our DIY Pallet Clock Kits, this post is LONG overdue! Nevertheless, here it is, your HOW-TO instructions (with pictures!) on how to make a reclaimed pallet clock. Since your kit comes with all your parts ready, I did not include instructions on how to make the parts. That might come […]
Continue readingMy Favorite Drill & Giveaway!
The world of drills is often hard to navigate. Not only are there different brands (sometimes they are actually the same brand but in different packages – I’ll explain more on this soon), but there are different sizes, types and batteries. I have been keeping my eye on drills and the industry for about 3 years […]
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