Sheds & Greenhouses
Lessons Learned From an Old Shed Roof
Published on November 19th, 2024
The old shingles on the right were rated for 10 years of life, but they worked well for a full 30 years It's...Continue Reading
Finishing
Wood Finishing: Varathane Pro Finisher Oil Based Clear R...
Published on November 19th, 2024
Reading Time = 2 minutes Video#1 Watch Time = 3 1/2 minutes Video#2 Watch Time = 5 1/2 minutes If...Continue Reading
Masonry & Stonework
STONE HOME FINALE: Watch Video of Last Stone Being Laid
Published on November 16th, 2024
On July 4, 1987, I laid the first stone in what would be the basement of my homestead house on Manitoulin Island,...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
ROUTER-MILLED MOLDING: Make Your Own Interior Trim &...
Published on November 15th, 2024
A router table lets you make your own molding and trim to your specifications, and you'll save a tons of money...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
DRYING LUMBER: How to Prepare Wood Properly for Furnitur...
Published on November 15th, 2024
Drying your own wood for projects can take a long time or a short time It all depends on how you do it Read on for...Continue Reading
Heating, A/C & Ventilation
INDOOR AIR QUALITY MONITORING: Breathe Healthier & ...
Published on November 15th, 2024
Reading time = 4 minutes Video watch time = 8 1/2 minutes When it comes to indoor air quality, I’ve got...Continue Reading
Heating, A/C & Ventilation
CLOTHES DRYER VENTS: How To Do Them Better
Published on November 15th, 2024
Reading time = 5 minutes Video watch time = 1 minute Clothes dryer vents have got to be one of the last...Continue Reading
Philosophy
SMALL TOWN LIFE: Now More Than Ever, Life Outside the Ci...
Published on November 15th, 2024
Reading Time = 4 minutes There’s a valuable opportunity out there for more than a few people, but it’s...Continue Reading
Bathrooms
GOT A LAZY FLUSHING TOILET: Discover Causes & Solut...
Published on November 15th, 2024
Toilets rarely die a quick death Most fade away slowly, gradually losing their ability to flush reliably, and this...Continue Reading
Workshop
Why Craftsmanship Matters
Published on November 12th, 2024
Reading Time = 4 minutes We've all heard the word "craftsmanship", but it's one of those terms that needs more...Continue Reading
Portable Power Tools
RECIPROCATING SAWS: Why These Power Tools Are So Useful
Published on November 12th, 2024
That's me holding a small, 12-volt cordless reciprocating saw Both blades and the saws themselves have gotten a lot...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
HOW TO BUILD SAWHORSES: Building Plans & Video Tour
Published on November 12th, 2024
Want to build some good, old-fashioned wooden saw horses Watch the video above to see how I do it Downloadable,...Continue Reading