Tag Archives: DIY

Backlight

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Andrew

If you use a computer for any amount of time, you may find some backlighting for your computer screen is beneficial. I couldn’t find any medical research that says one way or another whether it’s a good thing or not, … Continue reading →

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Decoration

Posted on January 28, 2007 by Andrew

Work on the lounge is, uh, “ongoing”. Not much remains to be done but I’ve hit a few snags, for example the back door recess is not big enough to fit blinds in without blocking the door from opening. There’s … Continue reading →

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Owwwwww

Posted on January 7, 2007 by Andrew

Oh my god, the pain. I was clearly not designed with DIY in mind. Or maybe I’m just monstrously unfit. Possibly both. Either way, after two days of hard work, I’m aching quite a bit. The first task – good … Continue reading →

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Busted

Posted on January 4, 2007 by Andrew

Four days into 2007, second day back at work, and I’m forced to deal with domestic disaster as my shower goes on strike. Those of you that know me will understand the prospect of no showers has me close to … Continue reading →

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Deconstructing my Mac

Posted on January 26, 2005 by Andrew

The combo drive finally showed up this morning, so I just spent a nerve-wracking two hours dismantling my powerbook and installing it. 26 screws, three connectors, some stress-relieving bubblewrap bursting, and three bits of sticky tape later, it’s up and … Continue reading →

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