Home Interiors
Everything you need to know for keeping the inside of your home in good repair and beautiful
Review the entire Archive of Home Interiors Articles here, or do a more in-depth search to find what you’re looking for.
Top-Down Roof and Floor Insulation
In this video, watch Steve explain how to insulate a cabin roof from the top, leaving the rafters and roof…
COMPOSTING TOILETS: How to Buy One That Actually Works
Steve Maxwell, “Canada’s Handiest Man”, informs cottage owners on choosing and operating an eco-friendly, composting toilet.
FIELD TRIAL: Minwax Finishing Cloths
Read about Steve’s experiences using a simple, new method for staining and sealing wood.
Four Ways to Make Renovations Feel Right
Ever notice how some indoor spaces feel great and others make you feel lousy? The difference comes down to a…
Portable Power Stations Deliver Backup Electricity Without Fuel & Fumes
Until a few years ago, fuel-powered generators were the only way to create substantial amounts of electrical power for household…
“What’s the Best Way to Fix My Leaky, Wet, Useless Cold Room?”
I often get email questions from homeowners who want to make their basement cold room work like it should. Here’s…
WINDOW & DOOR TRIM: A Faster, Easier & Better Way to Install It
Faster, neater window trim and molding installation with joints that never open up. These are the advantages of trim frames, and…
SUBMERSIBLE WATER PUMP: Watch a Detailed Troubleshooting & Installation Video
In this week’s video episode, see a weird water well pump failure issue, watch a real-world troubleshooting procedure for discovering…
HOW TO PAINT YOUR HOUSE: Five Tips from the Pros & a Video
Got some painting to do at your place? Check out these five tips from professional painters that Steve has worked…
Vintage Cast Iron Radiators: Why They’re Worth Reclaiming
It’s easy to love the look and feel of a Refurbished Cast Iron Radiator, what’s even better is that they…
Crown Molding Tips: How to Get Better Installation Results
If you’d like to install crown molding at your place, this article and video can help you do it better…
Rubbermaid Configurations Shelving Review: My Favourite Wire Shelving System
I began installing traditional wire shelving for the first time 35+ years ago, and the best type I’ve used so…
Freeze Proof Drains: How to Keep Sewage Lines From Freezing
Frozen water supply pipes are bad enough, but a frozen sewage or drain line can be much worse. When wastewater…
Tubular Skylights: Long-Term Review After 20+ Years
Every home has dark spots. Sometimes it’s a hallway, sometimes it’s a bathroom, sometimes it’s the space over a kitchen…
“Passive House” Design: How Ultra-Efficient Homes Work
The term “passive house” refers to a certain style of building that uses far less energy than an ordinary home,…
Heating Oil Tank Inspection: How to Prevent Dangerous Leaks
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, urges homeowners to maintain their oil tank heating systems and avoid an environmental mess and…
Epoxy Pipe Lining: How to Stop Pinhole Water Pipe Leaks
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains an alternative option to completely replacing hot water pipes when pinhole leaks appear in…
Should You Install a Backwater Valve in Your Basement?
In most homes connected to a municipal sewer system, a backwater valve is a smart upgrade because it allows sewage…
Hydronic Heating with a Water Heater: How Tank-Style Systems Can Heat a Home Well
Tank-style water heaters can do more than just produce domestic hot water. The right kind can also be the…
Home Water Filtration Systems: How to Choose the Right Option
If you’re concerned about the taste, smell, or safety of your drinking water, home water filtration systems can make a…
Tiny House Plans: 5 Smart Design Ideas for a Cozy, Buildable Cabin
Features of Good Tiny House Plans Not all tiny house plans are equally livable. Some look clever on paper but…
Search Home Interiors Articles
Everything you need to know for keeping the inside of your home in good repair and beautiful.