The world of circular saw blades is like poker. The longer the hand goes on, the higher the stakes get. The made-in-Italy Diablo Tracking Point blade is a perfect example. It’s the latest offering in an old tool category, and […]
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: Is Knotty Pine Good For a Finished Floor?
Q: Is knotty pine a good option for a finished floor? We’ve read your recommendations on this material, and would love to use it, but we’ve been advised not to. We’re told the wood will probably buckle, crack and split […]
Continue ReadingWOOD FINISHING: Get the Most From Water Based Stains
Steve Maxwell, “Canada’s Handiest Man”, shows how DIY homeowners can get the most from water based wood finishing products.
Continue ReadingINSTALLING TRIM: Five Tips for Great Results (Plus Two Videos!)
Installing trim? Be sure to see the five tricks that’ll make the job easier. Bonus video, too!
Continue ReadingHow to Build a Wheelchair Ramp
UPDATED 14Aug2020 + video below: A wheelchair ramp is the single most important feature you can build into your home to make it more user-friendly for people with physical challenges. The thing is, a wheelchair ramp has to be built […]
Continue ReadingBEAT THE HEAT: “How Can I Make Upstairs Bedrooms Cooler in Summer?”
Is the second story of your home too hot in summer, despite air conditioning that’s running full blast and making lower levels too cold? Click for a real-world solution that solves the problem once and for all.
Continue ReadingHOME ENERGY: Don’t Get Fooled By Convincing Nonsense
Don’t be fooled by tricky language that makes convincing but false claims about energy efficiency. Get the basics of home energy heating efficiency here.
Continue ReadingQ&A OF THE WEEK: Is There An Easy Way to Fix Worn Wooden Floors?
UPDATED 31Jul2020 + video below Q: Is there some easy way to fix worn oak floors in our house? We’d like to do the work ourselves, ideally without renting a big floor sander. A: Too many people assume that worn […]
Continue ReadingHow to Stay Sane During Home Renovations
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, outlines his philosophy for home builds and renovation projects.
Continue ReadingBRICK VENEER: A Great Homebuilding Option
UPDATED 23Jul2020 + video below: Masonry wasn’t my favourite homebuilding material when I got involved in building and renovation back in the mid-1980s, but 30 years of dealing with reality has changed my mind. Brick veneer, in particular, offers the […]
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