UPDATED 15May2020: Sometimes the stability and strength of factory-made hardwood veneered sheet goods is perfect for a particular project, except that they don’t make veneered plywood in the species you need. Or maybe you’re leery about using ready-made veneered ply […]
Continue ReadingGood Things Happen in Garage Workshops
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shares his do-it-yourself tips on how to create the optimal garage.
Continue ReadingSPADE BITS DULL? Learn to Sharpen Them Yourself Easily
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, goes into detail on how to handle sharpening spade bits, one of his favourite tools.
Continue ReadingGOT MOLD IN YOUR HOUSE?: It’s a Bigger Health Issue Than Meets the Eye
UPDATED 8May2020: A few years ago I delivered 8 quarts of raspberries we’d picked for an elderly lady in town, and I noticed three things when she came to the door. First, this woman was very feeble. It took her […]
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HOMEBUILDING IN SOUTH AFRICA: See How They Do It in Durban
In this blog Steve Maxwell, Canada’s handiest Man, shares insights acquired on a visit to Durban, South Africa on how geography affects how we build houses.
Continue ReadingOUTDOOR PLAYSETS: Tips & Plans for Building Your Own Swing Set
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks to homeowners about how to build a safe and fun wooden play area for children on their back lawn.
Continue ReadingVIDEO Q&A of the Week: How Do I Get Quartersawn Lumber 2x6s?
UPDATED + videos below 8May2020 Q: I bought plans to build a workbench and the instructions mentions making the top from quartersawn lumber to guard against warping and cupping. I don’t know what quartersawing is. I plan to use 2x6s for the top, […]
Continue ReadingDIY LAMINATE FLOORING: Download Your Free Installation Guide Here
Ensure you’re not lamenting over your laminate flooring choice. Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks about this fast and easy to install flooring.
Continue ReadingQ&A: How Can I Fix the Cracked Parging on My Foundation Wall?
Q: What’s the best way to fix the cracked parging on my house foundation? I live in a 13-year-old brick bungalow, with about 6 feet of parged concrete block foundation visible above ground. Over the years this parging has become […]
Continue ReadingSEWING PERIOD CLOTHING: Another Kind of Hands-On
If you have kids, you might have noticed how aptitudes and interests run in the family while also sometimes taking turns of their own. My oldest daughter, Katherine, is a case in point. Her family line (mine too, of course) […]
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