An underside view of a wooden table I built showed metal clips, which sparked a homeowner’s interest. On April 17, 2012, he asked me about the clips, which I think are a great way to fasten a solid wood tabletop to the structure. Watch this video to learn more about them and why I use them.
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Just for fun, here’s a two-minute peek over my shoulder as I use a super-sharp chisel and mallet to create a pocket for a hand-forged hinge for a wooden door I built. This is how all traditional hinges are installed.
Steve explains how a few minutes in the workshop makes things good happen.
If you’re thinking of using equipent for your home renovation or landscaping projects, you’ll need to understand what these machines can do, and the basics of upkeep. Get started with this helpful overview. Types of Vehicles That Could Be Very Handy…
In this week’s video, learn how to properly bore big holes in thick steel; discover the best drill bit for steel (hint: it’s not a twist bit!); see the importance of using cutting oil; and learn how to mark metal properly for drilling
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks tools touching on impact drivers and third generation lithium-ion batteries.
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, has advice for homeowners who like to DIY as well as workers on how important safety and health is.