An enjoyable project that can improve your home’s aesthetics and livability is building an outdoor kitchen. Whether you have a fundamental setup or a highly accessed cooking area, you can design a kitchen that will serve your needs and endure…
For the last eighteen months I’ve been using a portable travel grill for barbecues and I’m impressed with this model. It’s called the TravelQ 240, it’s made by Napoleon, and it’s a great combination of effectiveness and reasonable price. I…
Are you dreaming of fresh veggies year-round or a cozy spot for your plants to thrive? Well, building your own greenhouse might be the project for you! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a newbie with a green thumb, creating…
Horses are magnificent animals that can make wonderful companions. Horse raising is a challenging feat, however. Not only do they require a lot of labor, but they also require significant time and financial investments. Horses are large, 1,000-pound animals that…
Are you wandering around your neighborhood admiring everyone’s landscaping? You want to do something with your yard but the cooler weather is making it difficult? You love plants like hibiscus and birds of paradise but nothing seems to survive Denver’s frigid…
The latest in my video series about a 42×80-foot Calhoun fabric shelter I’m putting up. This video covers one of the biggest parts of the job, pouring 13 cubic metres of concrete into forms for the foundation.
The latest in a series of videos on the construction of my Calhoun fabric structure I’m putting up, for farm equipment storage and repair. You’ll see concrete forms complete, with a couple of innovations you’ve probably never seen before.
Concrete, brick, and stone play large roles in home building and renovations. Steve Maxwell gives a few key strategies on fastening objects to masonry.
Trying to choose between these two main types of outdoor wood boilers? Learn about my 10+ years experiences with both types right here.
Having a backyard is fun. This is especially true if you have kids, like spending your time in the outdoors, looking at nature, or even having that backyard party/BBQ. Well, it is fun until maintenance (e.g., trimming, mowing, cleaning, etc.)…
Are you ramping up for a project involving gravel? Accurate calculation of the amount needed may be a challenge that leaves you with either waste or shortage. This practical guide promises to eliminate your guesswork and save you valuable time….
Outdoor wood boilers are an excellent heating option for people with access to a forest, a willingness to make firewood, and a lot of indoor space to heat. Watch my video review on one of two boilers I’ve been using…