Finishing
SPRAY PAINT PLUS: See How Larger Can Size and Fan Spray ...
Published on June 25th, 2021
Cans of spray paint are great, but have you ever wished for something with more power to cover larger areas Watch the...Continue Reading
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BANDSAWS: What Type Is Best Suited to Your Workshop?
Published on June 7th, 2021
There’s arguably no better tool for cutting large sweeping curves than a well-tuned bandsaw But a quality bandsaw...Continue Reading
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Ryobi Celebrates 25 Years of Cordless Tool Battery Compa...
Published on June 4th, 2021
Behind the design of every power tool there’s a group of people with a unique dynamic, and it’s this unique...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Can I Get Rid of the Insect...
Published on June 4th, 2021
Q: How can I get rid of the insects that are boring holes in furniture wood I have stored in my workshop The holes are...Continue Reading
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RECIPROCATING SAW REVOLUTION: Why This Versatile Power T...
Published on June 4th, 2021
Reciprocating saws (often called “recip” saws for short) may be the least appreciated mainstream power...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Can I Stop Tools From R...
Published on May 28th, 2021
Q: How well do woodworking tools survive in an unheated Canadian workshop I’m mainly concerned about rust The few...Continue Reading
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Coloured Oils Offer Easier & Longer Lasting Wood Fi...
Updated on May 29th, 2021
Coloured oils are the best kept secret of the wood finishing world, and the less you know about wood finishing the more...Continue Reading
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Can 110 Volt Electricity Work for MIG Welders?
Updated on July 8th, 2021
"Can a MIG welder work from a regular 110 volt outlet My shop space only has this kind of power at the moment Do I need...Continue Reading
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CROSSCUTTING LUMBER WISELY: Strategies for Optimizing Wo...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
CROSSCUTTING LUMBER WISELY You’ve got a stack of terrific wood sitting in your workshop and a vision for...Continue Reading
Painting & Decorating
Why Paint Rollers Matter
Updated on September 14th, 2021
Does spring weather make you feel like painting your home It has this effect on many homeowners, and choosing the...Continue Reading
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DETAIL SANDERS: Tips for Using This Key Tool for Outdoor...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Detail sanders are tools that help a lot with wood refinishing work, and there's really nothing else like them on the...Continue Reading
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Leaving a Legacy With Your Handiwork
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Leonard Lee, famous Canadian and founder of Lee Valley Tools, died on July 7, 2016 and when that happened it got me...Continue Reading