LASER ENGRAVING: Add Interesting Details to Your Workshop Projects
Steve Maxwell talks about laser engraving, a terrific way to personalize all kinds of workshop project items that hardly any homeowners know about.
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Traditional, Solid Wood Frame-and-Panel Doors and Cabinets
This video shows how traditional, solid wood frame and panel doors work. This video is part of my online course, BUILD YOUR OWN TRADITIONAL FACE FRAME CABINETS. Click above to see how frame-and-panel assemblies work and why they do more…
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SAWING LUMBER THINNER: Detailed Video Tutorial on Resawing With The Bandsaw
Want to take your woodworking to the next level? Click above to watch my 12 1/2 minute video tutorial on adjusting and using a bandsaw to resaw thick boards into thinner pieces. There’s more here than meets the eye, but…
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EASIER COTTAGE LIVING: Low-maintenance Design & Building Strategies
Cottages and rural retreats are great, but not if you have to work on them all the time. Read five simple strategies for ensuring your cottage doesn’t become an expensive ball and chain in your life.
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5 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Roofing Material
A roof is a long-term investment. You need to choose the best possible material for any home or commercial building. While primary considerations like style, functionality, and high performance often take precedence, equally crucial factors are sometimes overlooked. With an…
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How to Transform Your Basement into a Thrilling Gaming Room
Transforming a basement into a gaming room is a fantastic way to enhance your home. It not only boosts the entertainment value of your property but also creates a cozy retreat where you can unwind and enjoy games with friends…
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Building the perfect gaming room – making a customised home casino scene
Creating a custom gaming room is the ultimate dream for many homeowners looking to blend fun, style, and a touch of luxury into their spaces. If you’ve ever fantasised about turning a spare room into a personalised casino lounge, the…
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VIDEO FEATURE: Silky-Smooth Wood Varnish Finishing
Watch Steve show how to apply an astonishing smooth urethane finish on interior wood, without using a sprayer.
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SELF RELIANCE: The Essential Habits of Highly Successful Homesteading
Feel like opting out of the rat race and making it on your own in the country? It’s a great idea, but success depends on how well you manage your personal work habits.
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HOME ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Four Ways to Make Your Home 2x More Efficient
While the energy efficiency of new homes and renovations has gone way up over the last few decades, most people don’t realize how much more gains are possible. Employ the renovation and new construction strategies you’ll find here and you’ll…
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CERAMIC TILE INSTALLATION VIDEO: “How Should I Reinforce My Floor Before Installing Ceramic Tiles?”
Question: How should I reinforce my floor before installing new ceramic tiles? A written quote I received from a contractor includes 3/8” plywood fastened on top of the existing subfloor, but my friend says it should be 5/8”. What do…
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Steve Maxwell’s F-150 Pickup Truck Story
With the right maintenance and care, a good truck can take you pretty far.
