Bailey Line Road news: Research Confirms Woodworkers Still Need One More Clamp
Never enough woodworking clamps, right? You’re not alone. Click here or below for high-resolution version.
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MOUSE-PROOF DOOR SWEEP: A Simple Idea That Makes A Big Difference
If you’ve ever lived in a rural area, you know that mice are always on the lookout for comfortable accommodations. Some years are worse than others, with seasonal homes and cottages particularly vulnerable as they sit unused. The simple, metal…
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HOW TO BUY A HOUSE: Four Simple But Important Tech Issues to Look At
What makes a house good to buy on a technical level? It’s a question that not enough prospective homeowners ask themselves properly, especially as they’re dealing with the fact that buying a house is usually a surprisingly large amount of…
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Why Craftsmanship Matters
We’ve all heard the word “craftsmanship”, but it’s one of those terms that needs more clarity if the idea is to be of any use. I’ve thought a lot about this, and perhaps the ideas you’ll read here will prove…
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How to Insulate an Old, Brick House
Steve answers your questions about metal roofing, adding insulation to older brick homes and how to prevent deck rot.
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RECIPROCATING SAWS: Why These Power Tools Are So Useful
If you’ve got home renovations on your to-do list (and maybe even auto repairs), then you should probably know more about reciprocating saws. Professionals use them all the time for gutting old spaces, and you should too if you plan…
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HOW TO BUILD SAWHORSES: Building Plans & Video Tour
Want to build some good, old-fashioned wooden saw horses? Watch the video above to see how I do it. Downloadable, printable plans are below. This video and the plans are part of my Woodworking for Beginners online course. Click below…
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Bailey Line Road news: Bargain $30 Tomato Plants
Here’s the first edition of a new, just-for-fun feature: Bailey Line Road News. This time it’s a satirical look at the strange economics of buying premium, ready-to-bear tomato plants in spring. Click image below for complete, high-res view. Do you…
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MIG WELDER BASICS: See How the World’s Easiest-to-Use Welder Works
MIG welders are the easiest of all welding equipment to use, and there are plenty of great DIY-grade machines on the market. See for yourself in the video above. It’s one of many video tutorials that make up my online…
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Why Home Improvement Matters More Than Most People Realize
Home improvement matters for reasons that go beyond repairs, upgrades, and property value. At its best, it helps turn the shell of a house into a place where people feel safe, comfortable, and deeply at home. That is the real…
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COAL HEATING: Watch a Classic Anthracite Stove in Action
Back in the fall of 2020, my oldest son, Robert, and I installed a classic anthracite heating stove in his house. I thought you might like to see how it works. Anthracite is a clean-burning, smokeless coal that has about…
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5 Woodworking Tips to Boost Your Efficiency
One great thing about woodworking is that you can work smart and create a great deal of beauty. However, even with all the right tools and materials at your disposal, there are some things you can do to increase your…
