INTERIORS: How to Repair Drywall Screw Pops
Are there little domes of ugliness appearing on your walls? These are probably drywall screws pops. Click, watch and learn how to fix them right here. You’ll be an expert in 90 seconds.
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LIFESTYLE: Five Wise Reminders From the Amish
Do you find the simple, community-based ways of the Amish interesting? I always have. In this article, I talk about my new Amish neighbors on Manitoulin Island and some of the valuable lessons they’re teaching me.
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CLOTHES DRYER VENTS: How To Build Them Better
Clothes dryer vents have got to be one of the last things builders consider when they’re putting a house together, and it shows. Take a look behind just about any dryer and you’ll see what I mean. Crumpled flexible ducting…
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AUTOMOTIVE: Why It Makes Sense to Do Your Own Seasonal Tire Changes
Want to feel better about yourself and life? Try changing your own tires. I’ve found that this common seasonal chore for people living in places that get winter brings all these benefits and more. After falling out of favour for…
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EXTERIOR WOOD FINISHING: All You Need to Know About Oiling
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains to handy DIY homeowners how to make oiling exterior wood easy and effective.
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PLUMBING: Electricity-Free Frozen Drain Vent Solution
For those of us living in cold climates, one of the most annoying (and mysterious) problems happens when rooftop plumbing vent pipes get plugged with frost. This is called “ice capping” and the longer the cold spells you get in…
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WOODWORKING: Edge Gluing Perfect Solid Wood Panels Gap-Free
Gluing boards edge-to-edge to make wider pieces is an essential woodworking skill. Learn these three tips for getting this job done right.
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mETALWORKING: See Exactly Why Auto-Darkening Helmets Work
Watch and learn why auto-darkening welding helmets have caught on, with both amateur and professional welders. They let you see clearly before welding, but they also darken instantly as soon as the welding begins. See actual darkening in action in…
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HOME IMPROVEMENT: “How Can I Stop My Garage Door From Sticking Shut In Winter?
Question: How can I stop my garage door from freezing to the concrete floor when it gets really cold? I live in northern Manitoba and I have this problem when it gets colder than -50ºC some mornings. Sometimes the door…
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OUTDOOR LIVING: How to Use a Wood Splitter
Watch this detailed video tutorial to learn the basics of using a wood splitter safely and productively. I think you’ll find this useful, especially if you want to build your personal self reliance and reduce your heating bills.
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RURAL LIVING: Let Me Show You Manitoulin Island Life
The first part of the 1980s left me feeling desperate. That’s what happened when, after four years of methodical searching, I was giving up hope of ever finding the kind of rural place I wanted to live in. I’d grown up…
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WOODWORKING: Learn the Secrets of Tight Mitre Joints
If you’re a woodworker and you have trouble cutting precise mitre joints, then the 15 minute video tutorial above is for you. It’ll show you all the tricks behind great results you can be proud of. Even if you don’t…
