Philosophy
Why Good Trade Help Is Hard to Find
Published on June 11th, 2024
A while back I read an article that got me thinking Apparently, less than half of two thousand high school students...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
QUARTER-SAWN HARDWOOD: How Understanding Wood Grain Impr...
Updated on June 12th, 2024
Woodworkers everywhere usually begin assessing a piece of lumber by looking at the face of the board, but if...Continue Reading
Patios, Decks & Sunrooms
OUTDOOR WOOD FINISH SUCCESS: 34 Years Experience With On...
Published on June 11th, 2024
Back in 1990, I prepared my first outdoor wood finishing sample to see how a particular product actually performed...Continue Reading
Article
6 Essential Tips for Building a Robust Garage
Updated on October 9th, 2024
Building a robust garage isn't just about putting up four walls and a roof It requires thoughtful planning and...Continue Reading
Philosophy
DON’T FOLLOW YOUR PASSION: Career Advice for a You...
Published on June 7th, 2024
A while back I heard that one of my nephews, William, was having trouble determining what kind of work he'd like to...Continue Reading
Roofing
ROOF REPAIR: Climb Up With Me & Learn to Fix Torn A...
Published on June 7th, 2024
Do you need some roof repair because your asphalt shingles got torn in the wind Let me show you how to fix that...Continue Reading
Plumbing
VIDEO: How to Fix a Leaky Tap
Published on June 7th, 2024
Every kind of dwelling needs repairs from time to time, and plumbing accounts for one of the more common sources of...Continue Reading
Philosophy
ONE YEAR TO LIVE: The Mindset That Motivates Towards Virtue
Published on June 7th, 2024
Life on this earth is a journey, and like this boardwalk on Manitoulin Island, Canada, where I live, journeys...Continue Reading
Plumbing
How to Choose a Generator For A Water Well Pump
Published on June 7th, 2024
Question: How can I figure out if a generator I'm thinking of buying is big enough to power my household...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
How to Install Cedar Shingle Siding
Published on June 5th, 2024
In this week’s video episode, watch how white cedar shingles make a great wall siding the best ways to...Continue Reading
Electrical
STEEL PIPE LIGHT FIXTURES: See How We Build Them
Published on June 5th, 2024
See how to use pre-thread steel pipes to make excellent light fixtures recognize specific sizes &...Continue Reading
Buildings & Structures
LOUD BANGS DURING COLD WEATHER?: Understanding Why House...
Published on June 5th, 2024
These are roof trusses and they exist in most modern houses immediately above the ceiling of the top-most storey of...Continue Reading