Christopher G Mendla
Perfect circle eggs from egg rings
The egg rings had me frustrated when they leaked and instead of having a circular egg, I had an irregular blob. I found a technique that really helps make perfect circle eggs
Continue readingMy mattress protector ate itself in the dryer.
I certainly didn’t see this one coming….
Continue readingSealing a worn asphalt driveway – Part 5 – Sealing
The final step in the process is to apply sealer to the driveway. This will help stabilize a badly deteriorated driveway.
Continue reading1940 Chevy Police Car – Radiator Springs Sheriff
I found a beautifully restored 1940’s Chevy Cop Car from “Radiator Springs” in Beach Haven, NJ
Continue readingSealing a worn asphalt driveway – Part 4 – Crack and Pothole Filling
Cracks and Potholes in the driveway need to be filled. This part of the project requires a variety of materials and techniques.
Continue readingSealing a worn asphalt driveway – Part 3 – Cleaning
One of the most critical aspects of sealing your driveway is to get it as clean as possible. This will require a pressure washer and cleaners as well as patience and time.
Continue readingSealing a worn asphalt driveway – Part 2 – Materials and Tools
Once you decide to go ahead with the resealing project, it’s time to gather materials and tools. This includes a pressure washer and cleaners, an intial supply of filler and sealer and more.
Continue readingSealing a worn asphalt driveway – Part 1 – Feasability
I was faced with a well worn asphalt driveway. It had not been sealed in a number of years. Was it worth trying to crack fill and seal?
Continue readingHarbor Freight 10 x 17 Portable Garage (tent)
I needed some additional temporary storage so I purchased a ‘portable garage’/tent from Harbor Freight. It required three of us to build but the construction was straightforward.
Continue readingJungle Roof Fail
My friend’s neighbor has obviously deferred some critical maintenance. The roof looks like a Chia Pet gone beserk
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