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ASK STEVE: Peeling paint mystery
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The paint beneath our south facing windows is peeling on the inside walls, but I don't know why Some of it's coming...Continue Reading
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Updated on January 17th, 2016
A friend owns a cottage and would like to insulate the roof The problem is the limited amount of space underneath...Continue Reading
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In general, should all woods, including hardwoods, be pr...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
I'm making a small hall bench using maple and cherry wood, and I have a question about finishing I intend to colour...Continue Reading
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How can I stop my three teenagers from taking really, really long showers We've tried begging, guilt trips and...Continue Reading
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Do you still like the low flow toilets you installed at your place I came across an old column of yours where you...Continue Reading
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Will a 120-volt, 12.5 amp tankless electric water heater...
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Will a 120-volt, 125 amp tankless electric water heater fill a large, therapeutic bath tub with hot water Filling...Continue Reading
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What kind of subfloor products do you recommend for a ba...
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What kind of subfloor products do you recommend for a basement renovation I don’t know what to make of the...Continue Reading
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How can I apply a smooth finish on indoor wood?
Updated on July 8th, 2021
How can I apply a smooth finish on indoor wood I’m never satisfied with the quality of finish I manage to...Continue Reading
Flooring
How should I install laminate flooring? I’d like to do...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Laminate flooring came to North America about 20 years ago I've been watching both the flooring and the people who...Continue Reading
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What settings should I adjust my new heat recovery venti...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
What settings should I adjust my new heat recovery ventilator (HRV) to I had a unit installed in my tightly...Continue Reading
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Can I use spray foam to insulate the underside of the op...
Updated on May 17th, 2022
Can I use spray foam to insulate the underside of the open roof on my 600 sq ft cottage I understand that roof...Continue Reading
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How can I fix sunken patio stones in my backyard? Is the...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
Sinking patio stones and paving bricks are a common problem in Canada because the freezing and thawing temperatures...Continue Reading