Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
CLASSIC WOODEN STAIR RAILING VIDEO: See How It All Goes ...
Published on September 6th, 2024
Video Watch Time = 10 minutes There's something satisfying about a solid, classic stair railing That's why I...Continue Reading
Garages & Outbuildings
Foundation Forms for a Fabric Structure
Published on August 30th, 2024
This is the latest in my ongoing video series about putting up a 42x80 foot fabric structure for equipment storage...Continue Reading
Roofing
How to Shingle a Roof to Last 50 Years
Published on August 30th, 2024
Today's asphalt shingles deliver better value than ever, with top brands offering a 50 year warranty Reading...Continue Reading
Painting & Decorating
OUTDOOR PAINTING: Three Details For Optimal Results
Published on August 30th, 2024
Successful outdoor painting is about more than just applying paint to exterior surfaces and hoping things look good...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
SIMPLE GENERATOR-TO-HOUSE CONNECTION
Published on August 27th, 2024
Are you thinking of connecting an electric generator to your house to provide backup power There are different...Continue Reading
Garages & Outbuildings
Investing in Your Home’s Curb Appeal and Security:...
Updated on October 2nd, 2024
Your home's exterior is its first impression, a silent introduction to its style and personality Curb appeal isn't...Continue Reading
Masonry & Stonework
BRICK VENEER: Why You Should Consider This Great Homebui...
Published on August 23rd, 2024
Reading Time = 4 minutes Video Watch Time = 33 minutes Masonry wasn’t my favourite homebuilding material...Continue Reading
Philosophy
Masonry, Life & Doing the Hard-But-Good Things
Published on August 21st, 2024
Reading Time = 4 minutes In the late 1980s I faced a choice, and it was like many of the big choices we all...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
See How Heat is Delivered Underground
Published on August 21st, 2024
Even people who don't heat with wood or use an outdoor wood boiler find it interesting to see how heat is delivered...Continue Reading
Home Exteriors
Creating Your Ideal Outdoor Retreat: Tips for Comfort an...
Published on August 19th, 2024
As you embark on the journey to create your ideal outdoor retreat, envision a space that prioritizes comfort and...Continue Reading
Patios, Decks & Sunrooms
FASTENERS FOR DECKS: Watch a Video Tour of the Nuts ...
Published on August 16th, 2024
If you're building a deck you should aim to make it last at least several decades In fact, there's no reason a deck...Continue Reading
Roofing
EAVESTROUGH LEAKS: Two Options to Consider for Back-Of-T...
Published on August 16th, 2024
Reading Time = 4 minutes Video#1 Watch Time = 1 minute Video#2 Watch Time =2 1/2 minutes Got water...Continue Reading