PUBLISHED 17Sep2019 (Video below): There’s more to optimal control of heating systems than just a thermostat that turns heat ON when it’s too cold, and OFF when temperatures rise. Today’s smartest hydronic heating controls serve this purpose in a way […]
Continue ReadingHOW TO BUILD A TABLE: Tried and True Varnish Oil Finish
UPDATED 13Sep2019: I was finishing an acacia wood table top in my shop earlier this year and it got me using a wood finish again that I have a love-hate relationship with. It’s called Tried and True Varnish Oil, I buy […]
Continue ReadingHOW TO DO AUTOBODY REPAIR: A Detailed Video Tutorial Part 2 of 2
In this autobody repair video (part 2 of 2), see . . . how to apply paint to a repaired area; how to apply clear coat and wet sand it smooth; why you need to check auto repairs for flaws when dry; and how to power buffing new autobody paint for a perfect shine.
Continue ReadingSUMP PUMP VIDEO: Design, Function & Details of a Great System
If you rely on a sump pump to keep your basement dry, then you need a good system that keeps on working even when the power goes out. Watch the video below for a detailed tutorial on how a two-pump […]
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EXTERIOR PAINT: Old-School Craftsman Brings Colour to Winnipeg
Want to learn something about exterior paint? Paul Tyzek has a lot to teach. He’s an old-school solo painter in Winnipeg, Canada and he comes to the trade from a different angle than most. Paul’s a journeyman painter with 30+ […]
Continue ReadingHOUSE INSULATION: The Truth About Insulation R Values
Insulation R values seem straight forward enough. The bigger the number, the better the insulation, right? Not really. Not even close. Let Steve show you why insulation R values are misleading, and what you can do about it.
Continue ReadingHOW TO BUILD A DECK: Avoid the #1 Deck Construction Mistake
Q: What should I do about a deck that’s bolted to my house without provisions waterproofing? The edge of the floor frame is attached to the house frame, but with no flashing for waterproofing the connection. If I lift the […]
Continue ReadingLOG SPLITTER EXTRAORDINAIRE: How to Make Firewood Faster with Speedy Inertia Splitter
Canadian economist Jeff Rubin has a book that everyone should read, especially if you cut your own firewood. It’s called Why Your World Is About to Get a Whole Lot Smaller. In it Rubin makes a well-supported case for the […]
Continue ReadingCyanoacrylate Instant Glue: See Some of the Good Stuff in Action
In this video, see different types of cyanoacrylate instant glues; watch how glue accelerator can make instant glue more instant; learn how high-viscosity instant glue is great for tough repairs; see two tricky, real-world repairs completed with instant glue
Continue ReadingQ&A: “What Should I Do About Conflicting Deck Stain Advice?”
Q: What should I do with conflicting advice I’m getting about deck finishing? I just built a new staircase out of cedar for my deck and the measured moisture content of the wood is less than 10%. Some brands of […]
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