There’s something undeniably satisfying about stepping into a sauna after a long day. Whether it’s to soothe sore muscles, unwind after a workout, or just enjoy a moment of peace, more homeowners are exploring ways to bring this experience closer…
Success in the workshop comes down to a bunch of skills – many of them small – that let you make good things happen. In today’s video I show the different options for stripping wire. This video is part of…
Question: Do I really need to finish a wooden plank floor I’ve discovered in a bedroom in my cottage when we removed old flooring? The bedroom is over a half-height crawl space where the pump and electrical panel is. My…
Although it’s not thought of very often – and perhaps spoken of even less – a life surrounded by beauty is one of the most important things in life. And this is probably the case for more people than realize…
When searching for their dream home, many people focus on the house design and its location. However, due diligence is important when buying a house to ensure you get the best value for your money and save costs from early…
When you finish a DIY project, you can’t help but feel proud. You stand back, admire those clean lines, the fresh paint, and just the fact that you actually built something yourself. For a while, everything goes perfectly and then……
In this informative video, Steve Maxwell, explains the difference between fiber and foam based insulations to help with home building decisions.
Portable generators are getting better in surprising ways, especially when it comes to keeping you powered during outages lasting more than a few hours. Multi-fuel generators keep electricity flowing using more than one source of fuel. Click below to watch…
There are reasons why ants are considered pests. With so many different species of ants, most homeowners face an unwanted ant infestation at one time or another. Ants make their way into your food, burrow into wood and seem almost…
The centrepiece of many a great man cave, poker is an easy and accessible path to having a great evening of competition between friends. While the classic card game can be played anywhere, creating a dedicated space that emphasizes the…
There’s a better way to install trim. Instead of cutting, fitting and nailing each piece separately, check out this faster and more accurate option.
Choosing paint colors is probably the number#1 challenge faced by people looking to paint their homes, both inside and out. There are so many choices and so many opinions about what looks good that it often leads to indecision…