If you’re into woodworking or home improvements, your life will be better if you understand how innovation has made sandpapers and abrasives better. There’s been quite an improvement. Alongside cheap, old-school sandpapers you’ll now find advanced abrasives that boost productivity…
Even though I have many outdoor power tools in my shop, including several gas-powered weedeaters and brush cutters, I still find it useful to have a good, old-fashioned scythe on hand. That’s the tool that’s sometimes depicted as being used…
Back in 2018, I went on a guided tour of the Brampton Brick manufacturing facility in Ontario Canada. It was given by the man who designed the plant and oversees its operation. This is the largest clay brick plant in all of…
A drill press is one of the most useful stationary power tools, both for metal and wood. In this video I take you on a tour of the bits an accessories I use with my drill press, plus some guidance…
In this blog Steve Maxwell, Canada’s handiest Man, shares insights acquired on a visit to Durban, South Africa on how geography affects how we build houses.
Table saws are powerful tools, but you need to know how to operate one safely. This video shows what I watch for when I’m using any table saw.
Join me in my Manitoulin Island, Canada workshop as I teach a 53-minute introductory lesson on MIG welding in the home shop. Learn what MIG welding for non-professional beginners is all about and see the creative possibilities in action. Click…
Whether you’re a seasoned weekend warrior tinkering with cars, or just starting your journey as a home mechanic, understanding ASE certifications can significantly elevate your game. These credentials aren’t just for those who work in professional garages; they offer valuable…
Today’s best portable power stations have progressed to the point where they can offer fairly large amounts of power. This is new, and the short video below shows how one of these portable power stations can pre-heat a 60 hp diesel…
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, discusses many cool tools including saws, drills, tape measures, hammers, screws and pry bars.
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks about Hermann Steiner, who invented the biscuit joiner, and how his tool has evolved.
Cordless tools can more than double the amount of work homeowners can get done in a day, says Steve Maxwell, Canadas Handiest Man.