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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Can I Stop Cracks Where...
Updated on November 17th, 2021
Q: How can I stop the ceiling from cracking and recracking where it meets a partition wall in my home I think I have a...Continue Reading
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Q&A: How Can I Dispose of Shavings From My Planer?
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Q: I recently bought a benchtop wood planer and have been happily generating bags and bags of sawdust in my...Continue Reading
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KILL MOLD STAINS: Oxygen-Based Chemistry Now Easier to Use
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Sooner or later every deck, shed, fence and outdoor wood surface gets moldy or weathered in time Even non-wood surfaces...Continue Reading
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OUTDOOR WOOD FINISHING: My Favourite One-Time Treatment ...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
The big problem with outdoor wood is that it’s more of a pain to keep finished than most people realize This is...Continue Reading
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COOLER UPSTAIRS ROOMS: See a Great Way to Keep Upper Sto...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
The upper levels of homes and cottages are often difficult to keep cool in summer Hot air rises and stays in upper...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
Q&A of the Week: What Replacement Skylight Do You R...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Q: My current skylight is damaged and needs to be replaced Can you recommend a reliable brand and installer A: There...Continue Reading
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How to Make DIY Unique Furniture for Your House
Updated on June 19th, 2021
Why buy new furniture that everybody else has when you can make your own highly individual pieces Furthermore, making...Continue Reading
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GREAT PLIERS: Why IRWIN GrooveLocks Are My Favourite
Updated on July 8th, 2021
In theory, I suppose it’s possible to live without tools in your life, but why would you want to So many of today’s...Continue Reading
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HOME STANDBY GENERATORS: How To Get Uninterrupted Electr...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
More and more people are deciding to get proactive about maintaining electrical power at their home, cottage and...Continue Reading
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RUSTIC, MAINTENANCE-FREE SIDING: A Close Look at One Option
Updated on August 12th, 2021
When it comes to exterior siding for homes and cottages in rural locations, it’s not easy to find a durable option...Continue Reading
Portable Power Tools
TABLESAW TOUR: See Why I Heartily Recommend This Model
Updated on May 20th, 2024
I often get asked for advice about choosing a portable tablesaw, and if I had to choose the best, safest and most...Continue Reading
Learning & How-To
WOOD SIDING: What’s the Best Way to Finish It?
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Wood siding that's stained needs to be refinished frequently The longest lasting results I've seen don't look good...Continue Reading