Using a beautiful lakeside site example, Steve Maxwell reveals four pivotal strategies that can help anyone interested in building elegantly and efficiently with minimal environmental impact.
Continue ReadingVIDEO: See Better Building Wrap In Action
Watch as Steve uses a heavy duty breathable building wrap typically used on roofs and how fast it’s attached using a cap stapler.
Continue ReadingVIDEO FEATURE: How to Boost Energy Efficiency with Spray Foam Insulation
Spending too much on heating? Got inadequately insulated walls in an older home? This little-known DIY technique just may be the easiest and least disruptive way to fix the deficiency and save money.
Continue ReadingTINY HOME BUILDING PLANS & VIDEO COURSE: Make Your Own Gorgeous Little Place
Do you dream of building your own cabin or tiny home? Need plans and hands-on construction help with videos? Download Steve Maxwell’s Cozy Cabin building course risk free. It’s the next best thing to having Steve working side-by-side with you on your site.
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VIDEO FEATURE: Improve Your Deck Plans
Let Steve show you what goes into a great new deck or deck finish. You won’t find this information anywhere else on the web.
Continue ReadingTECH TIP: Two Ways to Finish Outdoor Wood
Check out Steve’s detailed information on how to avoid the typical grief homeowners face when they choose outdoor wood stain poorly. It’s actually an easy mistake to make unless you understand the challenge.
Continue ReadingVIDEO POST: Way Easier Cottage Water System Priming
Dread setting up your seasonal water system? There is a simple and easy way.
Continue ReadingRinnai RL75i Tankless Water
A robust, well-designed, mature design that boasts an exceptional warranty.
Continue ReadingHow can I widen the spaces between my deck boards on my 3 year old cottage deck?
How can I widen the spaces between my deck boards on my 3 year old cottage deck? Pine needles and other debris are building up between the deck boards and I’m concerned about moisture build-up and rot. In this video […]
Continue ReadingCan I use plastic lumber to build some Adirondack chairs for my cottage?
Can I use plastic lumber to build some Adirondack chairs for my cottage? It’s now time to replace the wooden chairs I made 20 years ago, and I’m interested in the rot resistance, weight and freedom from finishing that plastic […]
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