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  • Eco Wood Treatment Application Demonstration
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    ONE-TIME EXTERIOR WOOD FINISH: An Easy Way to Get Even Weathered Look

    BySteve Maxwell April 18, 2016September 4, 2025 Reading Time: 1 minute

    Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, demonstrates Eco Wood Treatment, a Canadian wood treatment product that works wonders on lumber.

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  • Open septic tank with concrete lid visible
    Workshop

    SEPTIC SYSTEM RESCUE: See How I Revived a Completely Failed System Without Replacement

    BySteve Maxwell March 18, 2016October 16, 2025 Reading Time: 1 minute

    Watch and see how Steve revived a hopelessly clogged septic system without replacing it. Faster, cheaper and less disruptive than the usual methods, as you’ll see.

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  • Man connects portable generator in snowy yard
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    Welcome to the Treasure Box!

    BySteve Maxwell February 18, 2016November 17, 2024 Reading Time: 2 minutes

    Thanks very much for being a loyal reader of my BaileyLineRoad.com content. I’d like to show my appreciation by offering you some of my ebooks for free. I’m growing my collection of downloadable stuff all the time, and the titles I…

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  • Worker measuring floor tiles near stairs.
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    BASEMENT FINISHING MISTAKES: Avoid This Common Error, As I Explain to a Subscriber

    BySteve Maxwell February 11, 2016November 17, 2024 Reading Time: 4 minutes

    If you’re planning to finish your basement, you really need to eavesdrop on my advice to a reader named Dunc. He emailed me about his plan to replace basement carpet with laminate installed over manufactured subfloor tiles. That’s a great…

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  • Yellow miter saw on workshop table
    Workshop

    Q&A: Smoother Cuts With a Chopsaw

    BySteve Maxwell February 8, 2016October 16, 2023 Reading Time: 1 minute

    Why do my chopsaw cuts bind? I’m building the workbench you offered free plans for a while back, and some of the cuts seem to pinch the blade of the saw, causing friction and burning. What should I do? Read on for Steve’s advice.

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  • Cordless drill and charger on workshop table.
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    Q&A OF THE WEEK: Tips for Choosing a Cordless Drill

    BySteve Maxwell January 15, 2016November 17, 2024 Reading Time: 2 minutes

    Q: What kind of basic cordless drill do you suggest for home use? I have a 12 volt model bought in 2010, but it’s not as powerful as it used to be. I need something more. A: There are a number…

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  • Close-up of polished wooden plank in workshop.
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    Q&A: How do I keep cedar closets & chests smelling great?

    BySteve Maxwell January 13, 2016October 16, 2023 Reading Time: 2 minutes

    Q: Is there any way to restore the scent of aromatic cedar in a bathroom cabinet and blanket box that I built? The great smell only lasted a couple of months. A: What you’ve discovered about aromatic cedar is common….

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  • Sunny wooden deck with lush green view
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    Maxwell’s Tips – Creating a Smooth Wood Finish, Assessing a Cabin Foundation, Installing Deck and Fence Posts

    BySteve Maxwell November 19, 2015March 4, 2025 Reading Time: 4 minutes

    In this edition of Maxwell’s Tips, Steve answers your questions about creating a smooth wood finish, assessing your cabins foundation and installing wood posts.

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  • Connecting copper wire to black connector close-up.
    Outdoors Workshop

    OFF-GRID ELECTRICAL SYSTEM VIDEO#15: HOW TO MAKE CRIMPED & TWIST-ON WIRE CONNECTIONS

    BySteve Maxwell October 15, 2015November 17, 2024 Reading Time: 1 minute

    This is video#15 of 15 in my course INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC POWER. This course is a complete program for designing and building your own off-grid renewable electrical system. The video below explains how to make solderless wire connections using crimped or twist-on…

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  • Guide to working with timbers in construction
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    HANDS-ON VIDEO: Simple Outdoor Timberframing Tips

    BySteve Maxwell May 29, 2015October 16, 2023 Reading Time: 1 minute

    Ever wanted to build a great clothesline post? Or how about a mailbox stand? Watch this video and learn tricks for using 6×6 and 8×8 timbers for outdoor projects. Suitable for beginners, these tips make a huge difference.

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  • Blue ceramic pot with colourful garden flowers.
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    EMAIL CONTEST: Win Gardening Supplies

    BySteve Maxwell May 13, 2015November 17, 2024 Reading Time: 1 minute

    Tell Steve about your garden and you could win a gardening supply prize package and a $50 Home Depot gift certificate. It’s as easy as sending an email.

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  • The 3M And Black + Decker wallmaster sweepstakes
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    ENTER TO WIN: 3M and Black + Decker WALLMASTER Sweepstakes!

    BySteve Maxwell April 20, 2015November 17, 2024 Reading Time: 4 minutes

    Make your walls great with the “3M and Black + Decker WallMaster Sweepstakes” – Win a complete DIY prize package including a wall patching and prep kit from 3M, and the new 20v MAX Autosense™ Drill from Black + Decker (Just for starters!). Enter DAILY to increase your chances to win.

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