HOME REPAIRS: Spray Product Repairs Damaged Textured Ceilings
See this unique spray product in action for restoring textured ceiling and wall surfaces of all kinds. Popcorn, knock-down, or orange peel, there’s an option to match any texture.
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HOMES: Top Energy-Efficient Insulation Types in 2025
As energy costs climb, efficient insulation is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. From commercial warehouses to residential renovations, today’s insulation solutions are evolving rapidly. The latest materials are designed to reduce energy loss, lower utility bills, and support long-term…
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TOOLS: Real-World Tips for Choosing the Right Cordless Drill
Interested in taking care of your own home as much as possible? A cordless drill can help more than any other single power tool. Installing shelves, assembling furniture, boring holes in wood for simple projects – a drill is essential…
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COTTAGE LIVING: Solving the Three Technical Challenges of Four-Season Use
With lakeside cottage season in full swing in many places, are you thinking about selling your city home and moving to the cottage full time? You’re not alone. More and more people are retiring and exercising their option to live…
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PHILOSOPHY: The Real Reason Craftsmanship Matters
Craftsmanship is the extent to which a person aims towards excellence, especially in any venture involving hands-on workmanship. It’s a product of skill, knowledge, experience and effort. And while craftsmanship pays off for the people in your life who enjoy…
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PLUMBING: See ProPEX Water Supply Pipe Connections in Action
Click above and see how I like to create water supply pipe connections. I used copper for years, but my current go-to is flexible PEX water pipe (PEX stands for cross-linked polyethylene) using a cordless ProPEX expander tool for the…
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Should I Replace My Boiler & Water Heater?”
Question: Should I replace my 21 year old natural gas boiler and water heater with separate units like I have now, or should I consider a combination unit that handles both space heating and domestic hot water in one? I’ve been…
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FAVOURITE TOOLS: Three Pieces of Essential Gear You’ll Love
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shares his three essential woodworking hand tools.
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WORKSHOP: How to Revive Old Hardware & Tools
Question: What’s the best way to clean rust and dirt off of an old door lock? It’s seized and the outside is rusty right now, but it looks like a nice old lock with potential. Answer: Good for you for…
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What to Look for in a Trusted Home Renovation Partner
Renovating your space should be exciting—but let’s be honest, it often feels overwhelming. Choosing paint colors and flooring is the fun part. The hard part? Finding a contractor who actually shows up, sticks to the plan, and doesn’t leave you…
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How to Ensure Your Home Stays Cozy Through Every Season
If you’ve ever found yourself bundling up in blankets during winter or struggling to stay cool in summer you know how important comfort is. Creating a comfortable home throughout the year can be challenging when temperatures and weather conditions constantly…
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HOMESTEADING: Sane & Sustainable Rural Living Part 1
How to thrive on the land without burnout, despair and failure
