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Continue ReadingHOW TO SOLDER WIRES: 40+ Year Old Soldering Gun Still Going Strong
In late December of 1975 I did something that seemed normal to me at the time, but I now see was unusual, at least for a 12 year old. It happened when I took a good chunk of my Christmas […]
Continue ReadingREC ROOMS 101: The Real Way to Prevent Dangerous Mold in Your Finished Basement
UPDATED 27OCT2017: With cooler weather setting in, it’s the time of year when you might be thinking about finishing your basement, turning it into comfortable bedrooms, an entertainment area, and even including a bathroom. This is a great idea, except […]
Continue ReadingPOWER TOOLS: Three Facts You Should Know
The power tool scene is improving so fast, you might not realize the advances. Click to read three things that matter for homeowners who who renovate or build things around the house.
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HURRICANE PROOF HOMES: How to Build Safer & Stronger Houses
Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, informs homeowners about the Safer Living Homes campaign and discusses the importance building of strong homes.
Continue ReadingRUSTY CAR?: How to Fix It Perfectly In Your Driveway
Got a rusty car or truck? It’s easier than you think to fix surface rust nearly perfectly in your driveway. Click below to watch how I use a couple of ordinary woodworking sanders, some auto paint, wet-dry sand paper and […]
Continue ReadingWIRE FEED WELDER: Why Wire-Feed Welders Are So Great
Affordable wire-feed welder tools are now accessible enough for do-it-yourselfers to buy and use successfully, says Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man.
Continue ReadingCLOSING THE COTTAGE: Real-World Tricks That Make The Job Easier
Autumn is a great time at any lakeside cottage, but sooner or later you’ll need to get the place ready for winter. There’s always a lot to do when closing the cottage, and making the job as quick, simple and […]
Continue ReadingPowder-Actuated Tools Ideal for Finishing the Basement
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, informs homeowners of the benefits of powder-actuated tools (PATs), especially for basement renovations.
Continue ReadingKNOB & TUBE WIRING: What Are the Options for Dealing With It?
UPDATED: 4OCT2017. The insurance inspector wasn’t smiling as he came up from the basement of the 90-year old brick home you just bought, but it didn’t mean much until he started to talk . . .
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