Garages & Outbuildings
Foundation Forms for a Fabric Structure
Published on August 30th, 2024
This is the latest in my ongoing video series about putting up a 42x80 foot fabric structure for equipment storage...Continue Reading
Adhesives
EXTERIOR ADHESIVES: Choosing the Right Waterproof Outdo...
Published on August 30th, 2024
Exterior adhesives for gluing wood (and other things) are different than what makes sense for indoor...Continue Reading
Roofing
How to Shingle a Roof to Last 50 Years
Published on August 30th, 2024
Today's asphalt shingles deliver better value than ever, with top brands offering a 50 year warranty Reading...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
BRASS PIN WOODWORKING JOINT: Learn How Easy It Is To Mak...
Published on August 30th, 2024
This brass pin joint in red oak is a simple yet classy way to strengthen a wood joint while also calling attention...Continue Reading
Painting & Decorating
OUTDOOR PAINTING: Three Details For Optimal Results
Published on August 30th, 2024
Successful outdoor painting is about more than just applying paint to exterior surfaces and hoping things look good...Continue Reading
Philosophy
MARRIAGE & FARM FIELDS: What One Can Teach About th...
Published on August 30th, 2024
A couple of years ago my wife and I found ourselves sitting around a table in a banquet hall, each of us talking to...Continue Reading
Gardening & Farming
PASTURE MANAGEMENT: Add Seed to Salt Trough to Improve P...
Published on August 27th, 2024
Video Watch Time = 2 1/2 minutes We've been pasturing beef cattle here on our Manitoulin Island, Canada...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
SIMPLE GENERATOR-TO-HOUSE CONNECTION
Published on August 27th, 2024
Are you thinking of connecting an electric generator to your house to provide backup power There are different...Continue Reading
Workshop
Busting DIY Home Improvement Excuses
Published on August 27th, 2024
Reading Time = 4 1/2 minutes Quality, accomplishment and economy – in that order These are the reasons...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
“How Do I Get Quartersawn Lumber 2x6s?”
Published on August 27th, 2024
Reading Time = 3 minutes Video Watch Time = 3 minutes Question: "I bought plans to build a workbench and...Continue Reading
Forests, Lumber & Firewood
CORDLESS ELECTRIC CHAINSAW: Watch This 18-Volt Model in ...
Published on August 27th, 2024
Video Watch Time = 5 minutes Back in 2018 I got the chance to try Milwaukee's then-new 18 volt cordless...Continue Reading
Forests, Lumber & Firewood
How to Use an Electric Saw Chain Sharpener
Published on August 27th, 2024
Want to get serious about your chainsaw sharpening skills Watch the video below, then scroll down to get a free PDF...Continue Reading