AMAZON STORE
This page is all about stuff I bought on Amazon. The plan is to get an Amazon affiliate account, eventually. When I get that account, anything purchased through the links on this page will take you through my Amazon affiliate account so that I get a commission on the sale, just because they will know that this site sent you there. It won’t cost you anything and it won’t matter if you buy a dog toy instead of an item shown on this page.
Some of the items on this page are a good value for what you pay and others just do what they are supposed to do very well. I include them on this page because I think they are solid recommendations. I encourage you to check out any video links for these products to help you decide whether or not they will work for you. Amazon prices can vary regularly so it’s a good idea to shop around the web and on Amazon using the “available from other sellers” links.
I’m always looking for new tools and new ways of doing things. I’d be interested to learn about other things you may have bought on Amazon or different ways to use what I bought on Amazon. Please email me with your thoughts and suggestions.
Insta Morph
I can’t remember what I wanted to fix when I first thought of using a moldable plastic. It's hard to tell when I’ve used it so often. The idea is that you can make just about anything that can be made out of plastic. Granted this isn’t a precision plastic, so it has some limitations. But for around the house fixes it is tough to beat. I’ve used it to make replacement feet for a computer keyboard, to fix a latch on my car console, etc. But the best one is probably the protective cover for one of my wife’s razor knives. Please see the FixDit blog for more details.
Ryobi Drill and Driver
When I decided to finally get a cordless drill, I came across this "combo kit." I got this kit because I knew that I wanted to screw together the frame for my van conversion interior. This driver does a great job of both putting in and taking out screws, etc. Also, there's a lot more going on with this drill than there was with my corded drill. There are 24 settings and one for screws. Starting in the middle of the range is a good idea; then adjust depending on how the job is going.
Transparent Duct Tape
I used this tape for a project involving my basement windows (see the In the Toolbox FixDit blog post about tape for more info.) I needed a tape that could take a beating from the weather, i.e., waterproof. So far this stuff has been up to the task of keeping rain, snow, and wind out of my basement. I'll keep checking it occasionally but I'm liking it so far. This tape is manufactured by Gaffer Power in the USA, so it has that going for it, as well.
Epson Perfection V600 Photo Scanner
Although I didn't get my Epson scanner from Amazon, I still recommend it. I've found that it works well in the Full Auto mode, but you should play around with the various settings to see what works best for you. Be sure to check out their Color Restoration ability if you've got some old negatives or slides. And you might want to get some photo editing software, too. (See my "Converting to Digital" Photos blog post for more.)
Weldbond Glue
This is the glue I reach for first, regardless of what I have to stick together. It works for a lot of different materials and cleans up fairly well, too. It is just a good, all around glue, worth the price.
Hook and Loop Tape
One of the problems I've had with adhesive-backed hook and loop tape is that the adhesive doesn't stick because of how much you have to pull on the hook part to release it from the loops. This tape does not have that problem. The adhesive is plenty strong enough to stay where you put it when you release the hook and loops. It comes in one, two, and four inch widths so it can be used for lots of projects.
Greenhouse Repair Tape
Based on what this tape is meant for, i.e., repair things that get A LOT of sun, I figured it should be good for those outside things that need to be taped together, etc. So far, it is doing that job for me.
Accent Wall in a Box
Didn't use these on the wall, exactly. Instead of a wall, these boards were used to finish the drawers, cupboard door, and sides of my camper's cabin interior. They are fallry easy to work with and versatile, too. About the only complaint may be that the color doesn't go all the way through the board, but that's minor for me.
Travel Toilet
I haven't used this toilet, yet, but it did meet all of the design specifications when I bought it. It couldn't be too large or heavy, especially when "full." Also, it had to relatively easy to empty and that's what the reviews say...
Copper Bowl
I wanted a little sparkle for the cabin interior so I chose this copper bowl to be a sink. I cut a hole in the bottom to fit a standard pop-up drain. Haven't tested it yet, but it seems straightforward enough that it should work(!). Alas! As of 18MAR21 Amazon no longer sells this bowl (sigh).
RV Refrigerator/Freezer
This is a great little unit. You can believe the reviews that say it gets to the set temperature quickly, is quiet, and keeps stuff COLD. I had to take the two side handles off , but that doesn't affect how it works at all.
Beverage Dispenser
The design specs drove the decision to get this particular beverage dispenser. It had to be collapsible and the spout had to be high enough to be above the rim of the "sink" (i.e., that copper bowl over there <---). When collapsed the dispenser is secured inside the Toilet Drawer.