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
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Quartersawn Wood Lumber: Why Woodworkers Should Be Looki...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
I've noticed that most woodworkers start assessing a board by looking at its face, but if this is where your...Continue Reading
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HOW TO BUILD STAIRS: Key Tips & Tricks to Make Thin...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
If you're thinking of building stairs (or have a pro build them for you), you've come to the right place This article...Continue Reading
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REFINISHING A HARDWOOD TABLE 2 OF 2: Buffing an Oil-Fini...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
In this week’s video episode, watch how a repairable oil finish is made exceptionally smooth the best way...Continue Reading
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Sanding Wood Properly, Wipe-On Wood Finishes 101, Tape M...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
FOUR INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS UP THIS TIME: Learn how to sand wood properly for finishing See how to apply a...Continue Reading
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PINE CHEST RESTORATION 4 of 4: See the Finished Project
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Click below to see the completed pine chest All structural issues are repaired, a distressed milk paint finish has been...Continue Reading
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PINE CHEST RESTORATION: 3 of 4
Updated on July 8th, 2021
This is the third of four videos on restoring a pine chest with milk paint and antique hardware Click below to watch...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Is a Wood Planer Worth Buyi...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
QUESTION (+ video below): I'm planning to buy one of the benchtop jointers you recommended in your kitchen and bathroom...Continue Reading
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VIDEO TOOL REVIEW: RYOBI’s New 18V ONE+ HP Compact Bru...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
PUBLISHED 2Oct2020: RYOBI has always been a tool brand that delivers great value for the dollar Their newest group of...Continue Reading
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SPRAYING POLYURETHANE: Critter High-Pressure Sprayer Review
Updated on August 12th, 2021
UPDATED 2Oct2020: You're probably not a professional wood finisher, but if you're interested in finishing wood well,...Continue Reading