Kitchens
CONCRETE COUNTERTOPS: Despite the Name, a Very Stylish O...
Updated on March 19th, 2024
I once spoke to a homeowner in the middle of a major kitchen renovation, and he happened to mention the price of his...Continue Reading
Cottages & Cabins
EASIER COTTAGE LIVING: Low-maintenance Design & Bui...
Published on August 17th, 2023
Many people dream about owning a country cottage or summer vacation home, but the reality is often a disappointment in...Continue Reading
Yards & Grounds
The PRACTICAL LIVING Show Episode 4
Published on August 11th, 2023
Join me on a video tour of a vegetable garden plot that time forgot, see my favourite pole saw in action pruning trees,...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
PORTABLE POWER STATIONS: Delivering Power Without Fuel &...
Published on August 10th, 2023
Until a few years ago, fuel-powered generators were the only way to create substantial amounts of electrical power for...Continue Reading
Basements, Foundations & Attics
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Can I Get Rid of the Sm...
Published on August 10th, 2023
Q: Do you know of any way to get rid of the smell of rats and mice My daughter bought a house in an old neighbourhood...Continue Reading
Patios, Decks & Sunrooms
DECK FINISHING CONFUSION: “What Should I Do About ...
Updated on August 10th, 2023
Reading Time = 3 1/2 minutes Making Sense of Deck Finishes Q: What should I do about conflicting advice I’m...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
PORTABLE POWER STATION REVIEW: Learn How They Work &...
Published on August 4th, 2023
Portable power stations (sometimes called portable solar generators) are an up-and-coming technology that offers more...Continue Reading
Adhesives
INSTANT GLUE SUPREME: See Some of the Good Stuff in Action
Published on July 28th, 2023
A while back my saw chain sharpener rolled the wrong way as it lay on the workbench and the plastic handle broke off I...Continue Reading
Yards & Grounds
OUTDOOR GRILL REVIEW: See How a Napoleon Travel Grill Wo...
Published on July 21st, 2023
For the last six months I've been using a portable travel grill for barbecues and I'm impressed with this model It's...Continue Reading
Buildings & Structures
OLDER HOMES: Deciding Which Issues Matter and How Much
Published on July 21st, 2023
A couple of years ago a friend of mine had enough of living in a dim, smelly, noisy apartment building, and on my...Continue Reading
Home Interiors
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “What Interior Design Featur...
Updated on September 12th, 2023
Q: What are some interior design features that make sense for seniors wanting to stay in their home as long as possible...Continue Reading
Welding & Metalworking
MIG WELDING FOR DUMMIES: Complete Answers to the Most Po...
Published on July 21st, 2023
Ever wanted to learn welding Having the ability to permanently join pieces of metal together has many potential uses,...Continue Reading