Home Interiors

If you’re planning to finish or refinish your basement, I have both a warning and a recommendation. Experiences that my…

Home renovation can feel overwhelming. You’re eager to see the transformation, but the process itself often seems daunting. There are…

When it comes to houses, there are two ways to look at things. You can see a house simply as…

Whether you’re a seasoned weekend warrior tinkering with cars, or just starting your journey as a home mechanic, understanding ASE…

Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shows how to install ceramic tiles with a great tiling product known as DITRA.

Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shares with homeowners a great story about the importance of insulation, especially in cold climate…

Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, illustrates how a stately old home teaches an important lesson about cathedral ceiling ventilation.

If comfort and functionality are a core mission for your property, consider taking time to pick the right flooring. While…

A subscriber asked me about soundproofing and unusual, single-layer floor, and yes, there are options, as you’ll see. These apply…

A while back a reader asked me about an insulation strategy for a wine cellar he’s building, and my advice…

I often hear from distressed homeowners who make me wish I could have talked with them before renovations were done…

The world of industrial electrical components isn’t likely to win any design awards. These switches, conduits, relays, enclosures, and sockets…

Picture yourself unwinding in a bathroom that feels like a personal spa, or whipping up culinary delights in a kitchen…

Ensure you’re not lamenting over your laminate flooring choice. Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks about this fast and easy…

A few years ago I delivered 8 quarts of raspberries we’d picked for an elderly lady in town, and I…

As a homeowner, it’s your job to safeguard your house against fire hazards. This helps to protect your home, family,…

Choosing the best windows for your basement renovation project can be tough, especially if you don’t pay attention to the…

In homeownership, ensuring a safe and secure environment is important. One often overlooked aspect of this endeavor is pest protection…

Q: What’s the best way to make threads in steel for small bolts? I know there are tools for this,…

Q: How can I get rid of the sulphur smell coming from our sink and bathtub drains? We brought in…

I get basement renovation questions by email from people around the world, and I do my best to answer as…