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Why Paint Rollers Matter
Updated on February 27th, 2021
Does spring weather make you feel like painting your home It has this effect on many homeowners, and choosing the...Continue Reading
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WORKING WITH STEEL PIPE: How to Make Curved Ends for Railings & Frames
Updated on April 9th, 2021
Black iron pipe is a great material for welding railings, roll cages, frames and more, the trick is getting the ends to...Continue Reading
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OREGON CHAINSAW SHARPENER: A Fast & Effective Option
Updated on April 9th, 2021
Over the decades I’ve seen various chainsaw sharpening systems in action, but the one is the fastest I've seen It's...Continue Reading
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ADJUSTING A MIG WELDER: Watch How Two Key Parameters Affect Welding Outcome
Updated on April 3rd, 2021
One reason welding has become so much easier for beginners is because of a certain type of machine called a "MIG...Continue Reading
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WELDING PROJECTS VIDEO TOUR
Updated on March 30th, 2021
Check out this video tour showing some of the things I've used welding for over the years I consider welding to be an...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Do I Cut Threads in Steel for a Bolt?”
Updated on March 27th, 2021
Q: What’s the best way to make threads in steel for small bolts I know there are tools for this, but I’ve never...Continue Reading
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Chalked Paint Delivers Classic Looks and Enduring Beauty
Updated on March 27th, 2021
Want to create an attractive, distressed finish on furniture and interior woodwork Chalked paint is one of the most...Continue Reading
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CROSSCUTTING LUMBER WISELY: Strategies for Optimizing Wood Quality From Each Board
Updated on April 3rd, 2021
CROSSCUTTING LUMBER WISELY You’ve got a stack of terrific wood sitting in your workshop and a vision for...Continue Reading
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COLD BASEMENT? Here’s What You Can Do About It
Updated on April 3rd, 2021
Are you tired of having a cold basement This is a common complaint and the solution is not immediately obvious If...Continue Reading
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LOOKING FOR A GREAT RURAL LIFE? Let Me Show You Manitoulin Island
Updated on March 5th, 2021
The first part of the 1980s left me feeling desperate That’s what happened when, after several years of methodical...Continue Reading
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Sane & Sustainable Rural Living Part 1
Updated on March 6th, 2021
Many people in the world long for a life in the country, lived on their own terms, close to nature, honest and hands-on...Continue Reading