Cottages & Cabins
Cottage Plans: Don’t Build Or Renovate Until You’ve Read This
Updated on February 15th, 2021
UPDATED 26Jul2019: Thousands of people who own beautiful lakeside cottages will tell you that owning the place is a ton...Continue Reading
Homesteading
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “What Interior Design Features Make Sense for Seniors?”
Updated on February 15th, 2021
Q: What are some interior design features that make sense for seniors wanting to stay in their home as long as possible...Continue Reading
Article
Submersible Water Well Pump Tear-Down
Updated on July 13th, 2019
In this week’s video episode, see Steve cut into a failed submersible water well pump watch a big power...Continue Reading
Article
OFF-GRID ENERGY: Tour a Real-World Solar Panel System With 20-Year Track Record
Updated on July 6th, 2019
UPDATED 5Jul2019 Got an interest in building your own off-grid solar panel and wind energy system I've got a true...Continue Reading
Cottages & Cabins
BAILEY LINE LIFE EP. 23: How to Build a Deck – Three Top Deck Building Saws
Updated on June 22nd, 2019
In this week’s video episode, see the deck building saw to buy if you can only afford one a simple tip for...Continue Reading
Article
SUCCESS & FAILURE: How “Personal RPM” Affects Your Life
Updated on December 26th, 2020
When people ask me what I do for a living, the conversation usually goes something like this For the last 25+...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Should I Finish Cedar Sidewall Shingles?”
Updated on February 15th, 2021
Q: What are the pros and cons of leaving cedar sidewall shingles unfinished We’re planning to cover the...Continue Reading
Blog
BAILEY LINE LIFE EP.19: Fixing Up An Old Shed
Updated on May 18th, 2019
In this week’s video episode, see how a little concrete and some plywood can make an old building better...Continue Reading
Article
BUILD 3 GREAT SOLAR PROJECTS: Plans, Instructional Videos & Self-Reliance
Updated on June 10th, 2020
Welcome Solar Projects Enthusiast! Want to build your own useful solar energy projects You've come to the right...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Can I Insulate My Cottage For Year-Round Living?”
Updated on February 15th, 2021
Q: What’s the best way to insulate a cottage I’m converting the place into a four-season home, but I want to...Continue Reading