Pine Island Hardware & Marine Supply

How Much Does a Dock Cost? Part III: Size

Size is the last topic in our three-blog series to answer the question, “How much does a dock cost?”’ In two previous blog posts, we discussed decking and design as cost components. Size considerations for your project Cost is not the only thing affected as the size of your dock section increases or decreases. …

Lumber Prices Are Falling—Here's How You Can Save Money On Your Next DIY Project

If you have home projects to complete, now is the time.

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Weatherproof Furniture

Save money by prepping furniture with these weather-guarding hacks

Why There Are Diamonds on Tape Measures

In a perfect world, you could use the red marks to identify the placement of the studs. To locate a center between the studs, simply find the black diamond.

Hardware Stores Find "True Value" In Hyper-Local Advertising

True Value Company is embracing a “marketing-as-a-service” model, offering hyper-local and highly targeted marketing to stores as part of a larger program to raise the bar on customer experience and give e-commerce competitors and big-box shops a run for their money.

Fueling Tips for Marine

Fueling Tips Whether you refuel at a roadside gas station, on the water at a gas dock, or use portable containers there are some general tips that apply to all fueling situations. Safety first! No matter where you are refueling, always clear the area of anyone not directly involved with fueling boat.…

How to Design a Marine Audio System

A marine audio system is a stereo system specifically designed for a boat. Standard car and home audio systems are not appropriate for aquatic conditions. Therefore, any audio system that is to be installed in marine vehicles should...

Marine who owns local auto-body shop helps fellow veteran in need with free repair

When the owner of a local auto-body shop found another veteran in need, he went above and beyond to pay it forward.

Drywall Repair: How to Repair Drywall

If you need help with drywall repair in your home, this post guides you through repairing large and small drywall holes in your walls. Includes video and step-by-step instructions.

How to Repair Drywall Mistakes

Learn how to fix common problems in drywall installation, such as nail pops, over sanding, overcuts and bubbled tape.

Do It Yourself Home Repairs

With a few tools and a little know-how, these five home repairs are relatively easy to complete.

Which Home Repair are You?

Learn which type of home repair YOU are by taking this fun and light-hearted quiz relating your personality traits to some of the most popular home repairs!

Will Insurance Cover Boat Repairs?

Yes, marine insurance can cover the cost of boat repairs and much more. Knowing whether your insurance covers boat repairs can offer major peace of mind.

How to Clean and Repair Gutters / Downspouts

Gutters and downspouts keep water away from your home's foundation and are essential to any home's structural health. By taking care of your roof's drainage system, you can extend the life of your roof and help prevent water damage to your home. Follow the steps below to learn how to effectively clean, repair and maintain your gutters and downspouts now.

How the missing Marines, sailor and amphibious vehicle were found

The diving and salvage ship is expected to arrive within a few days.

How to Repair Sails: A Video Series

Our sail repair posts and videos have been so popular that we recently decided to go all out and create a comprehensive video series on the topic. We filmed all of our techniques as we inspected an…

Fix Anything With This Handy Repair Tool