Click below to watch a video lesson on how you can dramatically improve the quality of lumber that makes it to your projects. Nothing magic, just common sense that’s not always too common.
I hope you found this content useful!
Your generous support helps me produce more practical, hands-on content that I hope you’ll find useful.
Steve Maxwell
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…
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….
Q: What should I think of a contractor who wants to fasten 8” wide Douglas fir exterior window trim using stainless steel screws? Not the nicest look in my opinion. He also wants to do the same thing with interior…
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…
A good tape measure is one of the first tools that any handy person should buy, precisely because it’s so useful for so many jobs. But there’s a big difference in the quality of different tape measures you can choose….