Solar generators are small, portable, self-contained off-grid energy systems that delivers modest amounts of power with no noise, no fuel burned and no moving parts. The video below is one of a series of six explaining how I teach people…
The process of buying and/or selling a house requires a lot of steps, many of which are mandatory. It’s tempting to cut costs on home repairs or general upkeep during the final stretch, but a savvy insurance inspector will see…
DISCOUNT COUPON CODE BELOW: As a member of the BaileyLineRoad.com off-grid energy community that you signed up for recently, this week I want to explain that off-grid energy systems often use a number of electrical components that are unique to the…
Want to boost your energy self-reliance? Would you like to build on property with no access to grid power? Perhaps you’re tired of blackouts and energy vulnerability? Solar and wind energy systems can be your ticket to freedom, and my online…
Q: Where can I find the Insul-Armor all-foam subfloor panels you mentioned in a video and on your website? I’m finishing my basement and want to do the floor as well as possible. Can these be used under any kind…
Transformer furniture is just as the name suggests. It takes on different forms, providing multiple uses, especially useful for small spaces. Sometimes called “transforming furniture”, it helps to comfortably equip any interior space, taking into account the floor area of the…
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The best vacuum for your lifestyle depends on many factors. These include your floors, the types of messes you regularly clean, whether you suffer from allergies, and your budget. What works for one person could be ineffective or annoying for…
If you value a clean yard, vehicles and outdoor recreational equipment, at some stage you may have thought of buying a pressure washer. I’ve been using these outdoor power tools for 25 years and this article will help you decide…
There’s arguably no better tool for cutting large sweeping curves than a well-tuned bandsaw. But a quality bandsaw does a lot more than just cut curves. It can also cut tenons and smaller rabbets, and you can use it to…
A few years ago I got an email from Mark K. He’s from British Columbia, Canada, and he’s been asking me questions over a few years as he builds his beautiful log home. Mark’s latest questions have to do with…
Q: How well do woodworking tools survive in an unheated Canadian workshop? I’m mainly concerned about rust. The few tools I stored in unheated spaces this past winter have developed rust. What can I do to stop this? A: Unheated…