TANKLESS WATER HEATERS: is this technology for You? Not necessarily
Does a tankless water heater make sense at your home? Maybe yes, maybe no. Read and watch to find out.
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HOW TO SAND WOOD: A Cabinetmaker Teaches the Secrets That Work
Success isn’t complicated once you know the secrets.
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THE ANTIQUE PAINT LOOK: Watch and Learn About This Great Wood Finishing Option
Chalked paint and it’s close cousin milk paint are easy to like. They’re both safe, fast drying and when used in a particular way they deliver a kind of vintage beauty that only gets better with the bumps and dings imparted…
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FINISHING A BASEMENT REC ROOM: Avoid these 5 Unfixable (and common) Mistakes
If you’re thinking of finishing or re-finishing your basement, there are more dangers than you might realize. It’s a great home improvement goal, but you need to do things differently than with other types of building work if you expect…
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TABLE SAW SAFETY: Work Safe With This Must-See Video Tutorial
Table saws are great woodworking tools, but you need to understand safety procedures and put them into practice. Click below for an 11 minute video tutorial on the basics of operating a table saw safely.
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JIGSAWS: See What Orbital Blade Action Is & Why It Matters
Click below to learn what orbital blade action is in jigsaws, and why it’s a feature that delivers great value when used properly. I made this video a while back, but it’s still 100% relevant today.
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Mold Removal Cost For Basement: A Savvy Guide For Homeowners
Discovered mold in your basement? It’s a common problem, but unwelcome nonetheless. Mold can not only reduce your property value, but also trigger health problems for you and your family. This guide empowers you to take action. We’ll break down…
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LESSONS FROM THE LAND: A Few Thoughts While Fixing an Heirloom Cedar Rail fence
In this 4 minute video, watch Steve as he fixes a century-old cedar rail fence in the backwoods of Manitoulin; offers some thoughts on the responsibility of keeping farm land going; spends time doing some hard-but-fun outdoor work
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ROOFTOP MOSS: “Does This Stuff Really Damage My Roof?”
Q: Is moss on a house roof a serious problem? About 20% of the asphalt shingle roof area of a house we’re looking to buy has moss growing on it, mostly near a large maple tree. Is there a proper…
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Making Multigenerational Family Travel Fun and Hassle-Free
Travel isn’t just about exploring new places; it’s about sharing unforgettable experiences with loved ones. Multigenerational vacations have become a growing trend, with families eager to strengthen bonds across generations. The National Tour Association reports that almost 50% of trips…
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LESSONS LEARNED: Little But Important Things That Really Matter
Sometimes it’s the little things in life that determine success or failure, and experiences that one of my sons and I had with a brand new Chinese motorcycle in 2010 is a case in point. Joseph was 12 back then and…
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HOME INTERIORS: “How Can I Stop Recurring Cracks Where Ceiling Meets Walls?”
Question: How can I stop the ceiling from cracking and recracking where it meets a partition wall in my home? I think I have a case of roof truss uplift. Repeated drywall repair attempts by a contractor look good at…
