Click below to watch me apply a new, coloured version of a favourite outdoor wood finish of mine. It’s called Ecowood Treatment. Join me as I apply the “weathered wood” version to a new white cedar picnic table. I’ve never used…
Back in October of 1991, my wife and I rented a house in town for the winter. I wasn’t far enough along building our own place to accommodate our new baby boy, and one of the main things I remember…
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shows you how to get the most tillage garden work done with the least amount of effort with handy garden tools.
From a distance, pasture just looks like a green field, but there’s more going on than meets the eye on managed pastures. Join me and our dog, Kate (gone now I’m afraid), as I explain some of the plants that…
It’s herb harvest time on Manitoulin Island! Watch how homestead wife Mary harvests, bundles and dries this year’s herb bounty.
Most people associate electrical substations with large, fenced-off structures, that don’t look great, are potentially dangerous, and with possible health hazards. But the reality is different. Contrary to common belief, substations provide a lot of advantages to a neighborhood. Let’s…
Although it’s a challenging project to take on, it’s not unusual for homeowners to build a garage for their home. Of course, it’s a job that many people turn to the professionals for help, but it can also be carried…
A few years ago I got busy fixing a flat tire on my lawn tractor on a Saturday, and the job took much longer than it needed to. I also endured more anguish than necessary during the task, and I…
Imagine you’re building your dream shed. You want it to be sturdy, durable, and cost-effective. Have you considered steel? It’s a modern choice that’s gaining popularity for its strength and longevity. In this article, you’ll discover the benefits of using…
If you’ve never had a water well drilled, you don’t know the combination of hope and fear involved. Hope because you’re looking for a supply of water where none existed before. Fear because you never know how much it will…
Your home should be a space for comfort, relaxation, and unwinding, especially after a stressful day at work. You can further maximize this comfort by crafting a modern outdoor entertainment paradise in the free space outside. This addition can transform…
In construction, safety and efficiency are closely intertwined. Investing in safety equipment ensures the protection of every worker on site and also streamlines operations, enhancing overall efficiency. One such piece of safety equipment is mobile scaffolding. Often referred to as…