Finish Drywall by Skimming

https://amzn.to/3sj2Hne 

Achieve Flawless Walls with the LEVEL5 24-Inch Skimming Blade and Precision German Stainless Steel Blade 

Creating smooth, flawless walls is an essential part of any professional drywall finishing project. The right tools can make all the difference, and the LEVEL5 24-Inch Skimming Blade with its precision 0.3mm German stainless steel blade insert is a game-changer in achieving impeccable results. In this blog post, we’ll explore the features, benefits, and reasons why this skimming blade is a must-have for any serious drywall professional.

Precision Engineering and German Stainless Steel Blade:

At the heart of the LEVEL5 24-Inch Skimming Blade is its precision 0.3mm German stainless steel blade insert. German engineering is renowned for its precision and quality, and this blade lives up to that reputation. The ultra-thin 0.3mm blade ensures a level of accuracy that is crucial for achieving smooth, even walls. This blade is specifically designed for professionals who demand the highest level of perfection in their work.

Features That Set It Apart:

The LEVEL5 24-Inch Skimming Blade boasts a range of features that make it stand out among its competitors:

1. Ergonomic Handle Design: The skimming blade is designed with an ergonomic handle that provides maximum comfort and control during long hours of use. This design minimizes fatigue and enhances efficiency.

2. Sturdy Construction: Built to withstand the demands of professional use, the skimming blade’s robust construction ensures durability and longevity, making it a reliable tool for various projects.

3. Efficient Coverage: With a generous 24-inch width, the skimming blade allows for wider coverage, reducing the number of passes required to achieve a smooth finish. This is a time-saving feature that can greatly increase productivity.

4. Easy-to-Clean Design: The skimming blade is designed with ease of maintenance in mind. Its streamlined structure and smooth surface make cleaning a breeze after each use.

Benefits of Using the LEVEL5 24-Inch Skimming Blade:

1. Impeccable Finish: The precision German stainless steel blade insert ensures an impeccable finish with minimal effort, giving walls a professional appearance that stands out.

2. Time Savings: The wide 24-inch coverage area reduces the time spent on each pass, increasing overall efficiency and allowing professionals to take on larger projects.

3. Consistency: The thin blade guarantees a consistent thickness of compound application, preventing uneven surfaces and the need for excessive sanding.

4. Reduced Fatigue: The ergonomic handle design minimizes strain on the user’s wrist and arm, enabling longer periods of work without discomfort.

The LEVEL5 24-Inch Skimming Blade with its precision 0.3mm German stainless steel blade insert is a game-changer for anyone in the drywall finishing industry. Its combination of precision, efficiency, and comfort sets a new standard for achieving flawless walls. Whether you’re a professional drywall finisher looking to elevate your work or a homeowner aiming for professional-quality results, the LEVEL5 24-Inch Skimming Blade is a tool that delivers on its promises and helps you achieve perfection with every stroke.

Unleash Your Cutting Power with the Makita Cordless Reciprocating Saw

 Once you get used to working with a reciprocating saw, the possibilities for working in rough cut areas open up.  It quickly becomes a goto tool in your arsenal.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IU92IYI?th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=nane7700-20&linkId=3baa253c4ec3eca44b44f32266f1c72f&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

This battery powered  Mikita is a beast and we have also used a corded Milwaukee for many years.

In the world of power tools, Makita has carved out a reputation for producing high-quality and innovative products that cater to the needs of professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike. One such innovation that stands out is the Makita Cordless Reciprocating Saw, a tool designed to make cutting tasks easier, more efficient, and highly portable. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the features, benefits, and applications of this impressive cordless reciprocating saw.

Cutting-Edge Features:

The Makita Cordless Reciprocating Saw comes packed with features that set it apart from its competition. Some of the standout elements include:

1. Brushless Motor: Equipped with a brushless motor, this saw delivers efficient performance, extended runtime, and improved durability. The absence of brushes reduces friction, which translates to less wear and tear over time.

2. Variable Speed Control: The tool’s variable speed trigger allows users to adjust the cutting speed according to the material being cut. This feature is particularly useful when working with different materials, ensuring clean and precise cuts every time.

3. Tool-Free Blade Changes: Swapping out blades has never been easier with the tool-free blade changing mechanism. This feature not only saves time but also enhances overall user convenience.

4. Compact and Ergonomic Design: The compact and ergonomic design of the Makita Cordless Reciprocating Saw makes it comfortable to use even in tight spaces. The rubberized grip adds to the user’s comfort and control during prolonged use.

5. Built-In LED Lights: The inclusion of LED lights near the blade area improves visibility, especially in low-light conditions. This feature enhances accuracy and safety during cutting tasks.

Benefits and Applications:

The Makita Cordless Reciprocating Saw offers a range of benefits that cater to both professionals and DIY enthusiasts:

1. Portability: Being cordless, this reciprocating saw provides the freedom to move around without being constrained by power outlets or cords. This is especially valuable for outdoor projects or when working in remote locations.

2. Versatility: From cutting through wood, metal, plastic, and even masonry, this saw can tackle a variety of materials, making it an all-around tool for multiple applications.

3. Efficiency: The combination of the brushless motor and variable speed control ensures efficient cutting, minimizing energy waste and optimizing runtime.

4. Ease of Use: With tool-free blade changes and a comfortable grip, users can spend less time on setup and more time on actual cutting tasks.

5. Precision: The adjustable cutting speed and LED lights contribute to accurate and precise cuts, even in challenging working conditions.

The Makita Cordless Reciprocating Saw stands as a testament to Makita’s commitment to delivering innovative and high-performing tools. Whether you’re a professional tradesperson or a DIY enthusiast, this tool offers the versatility, efficiency, and convenience you need to tackle a wide range of cutting tasks. With its cutting-edge features and impressive benefits, the Makita Cordless Reciprocating Saw is undoubtedly a valuable addition to any toolkit, providing the power to cut through challenges with ease.

Carhart Sweatshirts

Carhartt Men's Rain Defender Loose Fit Heavyweight Quarter-Zip Sweatshirt

This is our winter jobsite goto apparel.  Warm, rugged, repels rain, and looks great.  Click on the shirt to see more.

Trump and Musk

 Seems like a lot of things are converging on November 8, 2022, when the midterm elections will reveal the balance of power in the United States Federal Government.

Democrats sensing a loss of control in the House of Representatives are rushing to disparage Donald Trump using their arguments that he controlled the breach of the Capitol two years ago.  On November 8, the Republicans will change the focus from Trump to the orchestration of Pelosi regarding this event.

At the same time, Twitter will be opened up allowing the freedom of alternative viewpoints to be expressed.  Expect a major assault to be waged on Elon Musk for taking over this company and having the audacity to promote a free expression of ideas rather than repetition of an ideological narrative.

Is it coincidence that the people that the American Left fears most are wealthy business men who cannot be influenced by bribes?  

Trump and Musk are beholden to no one.   They can't be bought and are oblivious to the reptiles in the Federal Swamp.  The clock is ticking on the time that Dems can have full swing in stifling these men.  After November 8, it will be much more difficult as Dems start to see arrows aimed in their own direction.

Freedom of Speech

 So this morning, the MOAM woke with an urge to expound on the issue of Free Speech. Elon Musk deciding to purchase Twitter causing spasms at the authoritarian social media company is undoubtedly my inspiration. Ever since my journalism professor, Dr. Jerome Musgrave, at UMASS laid out how free speech was supposed to work…. I have been an ardent supporter.

Our founding fathers at the birth of America saw how stifling free speech was the tool of an oppressive tyrannical government.…. And thus they codified our right to free speech under the purview of our inalienable rights.

The cost of this freedom is tolerance. We have to tolerate statements that we know are false…. And counter with statements of truth. Then we have to have faith that the truth is exposed from this give and take. That is how freedom of speech works…. It is cumbersome and frustrating…. But ultimately it is our God given right embodied in American law.

Google recently informed the MOAM that it will tolerate no criticism of Ukraine in my blog….. so I can’t call to question an examination of Biden’s pipeline of fund???? We have to be free to have a conversation on any issue. It is our right of free speech.

A Complex Match

 So the pros at Nanepashemet took on the task of replicating a complex five piece ceiling molding assembly.  This ceiling pattern was installed throughout the downstairs of this high end Marblehead home.

The challenges were matching  a back layer with bead molding, which we accomplished by routing the back pieces of 1/2" MDF panels.  We installed a layer of crown and a layer of shoe molding over these MDF pieces.  Coated it all with coats of primer and two coats of premium Benjamin Moore White Dove Semi-Gloss.

We pretty much nailed it, and the  customer is very pleased.

Remedy for Road Rage

Today I'm driving through an intersection when some Karen felt that I had the audacity to be in a space that she felt that she was entitled to.   So I get a rude honk.

Which sets the MOAM into a whole other mode of behavior.

If you are behind me, what purpose could you possibly have to blare your horn at me????   My instinct is to hit the brakes and slow to a crawl, if not a full stop,  Then I accelerate as little as possible.... so as to exact the maximum amount of  irritation possible from said Karen.

Depending upon how frustrated she looks from a quick glance in the rear view mirror, I will either proceed to normal speed, or repeat as necessary.

Sometimes, its the little things that make life truly worth living.

Back to the Roots

 The MOAM has taken a long detour from his first love... woodworking.... boatbuilding and custom furniture..... but I'm finding my way back.   Dusting off the routers, saws and sanders.  

Time to refurbish some old boats like the Herreshoff Tender, and finish the Chamberlain Marblehead Dory.   And there are a host of other nagging projects, like the Adirondack chairs for North Conway, and the walnut endtables for the Nanepashemet world headquarters.  Some buried and rusty skills have to be uncovered, but that shouldn't take long.

The impetus for this is a recent commission that I accepted to do some custom crown molding involving the best of my neglected routing tools and skills.  As I worked on this yesterday, I realized how long I had been away from doing this work that I truly love.

Advice of the MOAM

 For some time now, Nanepashemet Peeps have been pestering the MOAM to tell them the secret of why his remodeling business is so successful.  As irritating as this is, I have finally conceded to map out tools that anyone  can use to remodel their home as well as the MOAM takes care of his customer's projects.

First.  You have to look like you are in the remodeling business.  Proper attire sets the tone for all of the work that has to be done.  So the MOAM doesn't scrip on work clothes.  I endorse Carhartt Work Pants and Sweatshirts.  Also Timberland boots.  You can't be a true professional unless you look professional.  And yes.... it has a little "fake it till you make it" essence to it.

Second.  Buy good tools.  In the end, good tools are less expensive than cheap tools because they last longer and give better results.  Better results produce repeat business.  Plus good tools are generally much easier to set up and use.

All of the tools shown on this blog are used routinely by the MOAM on a daily basis.  You can buy them from Amazon, as I have bought most of my tools, by clicking on the photo

Then the only thing that you will need to do work as high quality as we do at Nanepashemet is care deeply about what you build, and get a decade or so experience building stuff.  Learn by doing.

Finding the Right Tool

So today I'm out on a job, trying to install a bathroom exhaust fan between some exposed joists.  Naturally, my right angle drilling adapter is nowhere to be found, so I took the dreaded drive to Home Depot to get another one.  The Home Depot trip is always a pain in the ass.... 20 minute drive each way and then strolling through the big box store to find a needle in a haystack.  And if you have to ask a question to the staff, you are really taking a chance.  While some are super helpful, a significant number of employees are often completely and utterly incompetent.  Such is life in a large corporate setting.

So I headed to the tool department in the Salem store and looked for the tool.  I must have had a confused look on my face or something, so an employee came up and asked if he could help me.   This rarely happens here.  Usually you have to flag someone in an orange apron, and then they often seem perturbed that they have to answer your question.  So I was a little taken back by this gesture of help.

After immediately showing me the tool that I was after, he went along his way in the aisle, and I was intrigued by his accent.  I asked what country he was from and he said Sudan.

He said he has been in the US for 20 years.   Then I asked him if he gets to go back, and he said that he did two years ago, but that things were very bad in the Sudan.   "The oil industry is highly controlled, and is filled with money laundering.  Corruption is everywhere and killings happen frequently," he said.  

I think he was surprised at my questions, but was eager to respond.  I asked him what he likes about the US, and he said  "You are safe here.  You can work and your kids can get an education."

I thanked him for his help and headed for the register because I was in a hurry to get back to the the jobsite.  But during the twenty minute ride, I didn't listen to the radio as usual because I couldn't get him out of my mind.

Maybe if we could see our country through the eyes of this Home Depot employee... we would not be in such a divided political state in our country.  Our complaints seem so contrived and petty compared to the problems that beset so many in other parts for the world.   We seem to makeup problems and manufacture offences in our Woke Karen Culture.  

More people should run into this guy.

 

Tripping up Trump

It is disgusting to see the Liberal Democrat establishment use the court system to persecute Donald Trump.  It would be one thing if their efforts were concentrated in a single area, but the persecution ranges in all aspects of his life... even to the point of raiding his home and confiscating personal possessions.

Yet he perseveres and will almost certainly roll to the GOP nomination for President.  This must be so maddening to the Progressive Haters.

If they can treat a badass like Donald Trump like this, they will have no reservation about laying the Bullshit on anyone of us.  It is Stalinist in its effect for as Josef Stalin said, "Show me the Man and I will show you the Crime."  They can manipulate, and fabricate charges to destroy any one of us.  

God Bless Donald Trump for bearing the brunt of this totalitarian effort to subjugate us.  It seems like the effort to trip him up will backfire..... again.  In the end, the fear and hatred of Trump is transparent and will have counterproductive consequences.

International Embarrassment

 Watching Biden address the United Nations....

After hearing about his son's influence peddling for millions of dollars with China, Ukraine, and Russia..... with an overt distribution for "the Big Guy".... he just seems so contrived and phoney when he addresses these international delegates.

As much as Trump was obnoxious and bombastic....this guy just seems like  a bogus empty suit, spewing the words of his handlers and acting with fake sincerity.  His speaking style is that of contrived earnestness.  It is embarrassing to anyone who cares about the image of the United States in the world.      GAG.