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Updated on July 8th, 2021
UPDATED 11Sep2020 + video below Trees only grow so wide, and that’s just one reason gluing boards together...Continue Reading
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Ideas for Using a Router To Enhance Your Home
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When it comes to making workshop videos, you can never tell which ones will become the most popular The...Continue Reading
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ONE TOUGH BLADE: Is This The World’s Toughest Circ...
Updated on July 24th, 2021
The world of circular saw blades is like poker The longer the hand goes on, the higher the stakes get The made-in-Italy...Continue Reading
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SPADE BITS: A Simple & Undervalued Woodworking Tool
Updated on July 8th, 2021
UPDATED 28Aug2020 + video below: Spade bits are one of my favourites for boring large holes in wood, and they're useful...Continue Reading
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BISCUIT JOINER TRICK: You’ve Probably Never Seen T...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
In the world of woodworking, biscuits are pre-made ovals of compressed hardwood that are used to create simple, strong...Continue Reading
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WOOD FINISHING: Get the Most From Water Based Stains
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Click below to watch my video tutorial on waterbased wood stains I think you'll be surprised by the options, and...Continue Reading
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CORDLESS TOOLS: Three New Kinds You’ve Probably Ne...
Updated on July 24th, 2021
Power tool technology is the same as every other kind of advancement in the world New stuff is expensive and exclusive...Continue Reading
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METAL DRILLING MADE EASY: See How a Car Jack Helps Big-Time
Updated on July 8th, 2021
UPDATED 21Aug2020 + video: If you ever have to drill holes in the underside of a vehicle frame, you know how hard it is...Continue Reading
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INSTALLING TRIM: Five Tips for Great Results (Plus Two V...
Updated on July 24th, 2021
UPDATED 14Aug2020 + two videos below: Installing your own trim, moulding and baseboard is one of the most useful...Continue Reading
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How to Build a Wheelchair Ramp
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UPDATED 14Aug2020 + video below: A wheelchair ramp is the single most important feature you can build into your home to...Continue Reading
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Busting DIY Home Improvement Excuses
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UPDATED 14Aug2020: Quality, accomplishment and economy, in that order These are the reasons I’ve found it worthwhile...Continue Reading
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HAND-FORGED AXE: Swedish Company Makes Them Like They Us...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
In July 1987, I made a public spectacle of myself at a rural auction, though I still consider the outcome worthwhile I...Continue Reading