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
Home Building & Additions
HOMEBUILDING IN SOUTH AFRICA: See How They Do It in Durban
Published on May 28th, 2024
Several houses under construction in Durban, South Africa Old-time, European construction methods are the norm in...Continue Reading
Buildings & Structures
TIMBER FRAME HOME: Canadian Craftsman Keeps Tradition Al...
Updated on May 28th, 2024
Every so often I discover someone whose passion for craftsmanship is strong enough to endure a lifetime spent...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
HOUSE & HOME: Let Me Sneak You In To See A Truly Be...
Published on May 22nd, 2024
When it comes to houses, there are two ways to look at things You can see a house simply as shelter and a place to...Continue Reading
Hand Tools
TAPE MEASURE TORTURE TEST: Is This The World’s Tou...
Published on May 8th, 2024
A while back I got the chance to check out a new Milwaukee tape measure, and I thought you might like to...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
Be Your Own General Contractor and Save Money
Published on May 8th, 2024
If you’ve got a major renovation planned or a new home you want built, there’s one thing you can do to save tens...Continue Reading
Portable Power Tools
TOOL TEST: Diablo Tracking Point Blade Performance Review
Updated on May 1st, 2024
Saw blades for hand-held circular saws are getting better all the time Click above to see how this new style of...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
Danish Inventor Brought the World the Roof Window Skylight
Published on April 26th, 2024
Thousands of homes are brighter, airier and more inviting today because of the life’s work of an inventor and...Continue Reading
Home Interiors
HOW TO BUILD STAIRS: Key Tips & Tricks to Make Thin...
Published on March 27th, 2024
If you're thinking of building stairs (or having a pro build them for you), you've come to the right place This article...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
Engineered Lumber: How Wooden I-joists, Composite Studs ...
Published on March 20th, 2024
Want a better renovation or new home That’s what I often help homeowners achieve in my work coaching them through...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
VIDEO TUTORIAL: How to Cut Perfect Miter Joints
Published on March 20th, 2024
There are two things you need to know about this video First, it's one of my most popular titles with more than 15...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
CHOOSING A CONTRACTOR: What the Good Guys Really Look Like
Published on March 20th, 2024
A few years ago, my oldest son, Robert, and I had the chance to make some promotional videos about four good...Continue Reading