Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
HOW TO BUILD STAIRS: Watch Video Lesson on Cutting Stringers
Updated on May 6th, 2022
In this week’s two-video episode on stairs, see how stairs are supported on notched pieces called...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
10 Real-World Energy Upgrades That Really Work!
Updated on March 5th, 2022
There’s nothing like pain in the pocketbook to encourage you to take household energy efficiency seriously And...Continue Reading
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Engineered Wood Building Products Deliver Better Homes
Updated on February 26th, 2022
A few years ago I visited one of the largest, most advanced sawmills in North America, and I came away with something...Continue Reading
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BUILD YOUR OWN EXTERIOR DOOR: Downloadable Plans for Sho...
Updated on January 21st, 2022
You certainly can’t complain about the performance of modern, ready-made exterior doors They keep out the cold and...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Should I Spray Foam on Bedr...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Q: Should I spray foam directly on the bedrock in the crawlspace under the house I’m building or put crushed...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
LIGHTEST & WARMEST BASEMENT SUBFLOOR OPTION –...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Building products are always getting better, and that goes especially for items made for finishing basement Insul-Armor...Continue Reading
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Why Young People Avoid the Trades & What We Need to...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Back a few years ago, I wrote a newspaper column about how logical reasoning was never going to end the growing...Continue Reading
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DETAIL SANDERS: Tips for Using This Key Tool for Outdoor...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Detail sanders are tools that help a lot with wood refinishing work, and there's really nothing else like them on the...Continue Reading
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COLD WEATHER CONSTRUCTION: Five Tips for Building Well
Updated on August 12th, 2021
I live in Canada, and of course everyone knows Canada is a country that's cold enough to kill you for a good part of...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
Cabin Roof Insulation from the Top
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Want the look of an authentic, wood framed rafter roof when viewed from below, but with the energy efficiency of modern...Continue Reading
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HOW TO BUILD STAIRS: Key Tips & Tricks to Make Thin...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
If you're thinking of building stairs (or have a pro build them for you), you've come to the right place This article...Continue Reading
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Sanding Wood Properly, Wipe-On Wood Finishes 101, Tape M...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
FOUR INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS UP THIS TIME: Learn how to sand wood properly for finishing See how to apply a...Continue Reading