Category Archives: Safety

How To Build A Bookshelf On Top Of A Half Wall For Added Storage And Safety

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Here’s a half wall idea for both storage and safety where small children and 2nd floor half walls that overlook a first floor are concerned. This bookshelf project took about 25 working hours to complete and another 4 to 5 hours to install and apply the finishing touches. I worked on it over a two week period. They turned out looking great and are very strong. Continue reading

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Safety On The Job: Building Safety Into Everything You Do

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Prevention is good medicine! When it comes to safety education, don’t “learn as you go”. Know the basics and review them at regular intervals. Practice good safety habits because accidents can be costly. If you think being concerned about safety is a pain, try a fractured leg. Continue reading

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Grab Bars For Bathrooms: Three Important Things To Know Before Installation

This is a "head end" grab bar for a tub.

Installing grab bars does not require a lot of know-how in and of itself, but choosing the right style, length, width and finding the proper placement does require a little research each time you perform a grab bar installation. Continue reading

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