Tips of the Trades
CPT sends out a big thanks to these folks who are willing to help out their fellow brothers and sisters in arms by sharing these brilliant nuggets of wisdom they picked up along the way.
How To Cut Boards That Are Too Wide For the Saw
Need to cut a few extra inches to get all the way through a board? Try this tip.
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Hold Shoe Against Shoe While Coping
Coping shoe can be tricky. Learn a tip to make it a little easier here. -
The Best Way To Keep Trowels Organized
Easily transport and organize trowels with this great tip -
Pre-Clean Paint Brushes (VIDEO)
Learn how to make cleaning paint brushes much easier with just a little bit of prep work. -
Glass Subway Tile Shower Installation (VIDEO)
A tiling and flooring pro demonstrates his process for installing subway tiles -
How To Draw A Circle
Draw a circle on a piece of wood with nothing but two nails, a framing square, and a pencil. -
Collect Excess Glue With A Straw
Learn more about how to clean excess glue from wood joints. -
Why You Should Create a Stain Sample Board
A stain sample board is a great way to provide a real-world example of how... -
Dust-Free Dust Dumping
Our garbage guy, Ron, said if I dumped sawdust into the trash can again, he...
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The Greatest Shop Tip in History
Grab the leaf blower to take care of a dirty shop vacuum filter and clean... -
Counterweights for Lathes
Find out how to keep a lathe from vibrating itself right out the shop door. -
Make Coping Easier
Make coping light-colored trim easier with this tip -
Tie A Mason Line Knot
Learn the easiest way to tie a mason line knot -
Prevent Theft
Mark your tools to prevent jobsite confusion and discourage potential thieves. -
No-Gimmick Fence Clamps
You may think this woodworking gadget is a gimmick at first glance, but it works! -
Learn Our Method for Foolproof Laminating
If you’ve ever glued up strips for a laminated curve, you know how they’... -
How To Save Wet Tubes of Caulk
Avoid exploding tubes with this simple tip.
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Classic Construction Tips
A compilation of great tips for construction pros -
Remove Spray Foam
Learn how to clean up spray foam -
The Best Way To Clean Drywall Knives
Don't freak out when your drywall knives get coated in caked-on mud; instead, use this tip. -
Mobile Marketing: A Guide to Truck and Trailer Decals
A detailed guide to fitting your vehicle with decals