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Quartersawn Wood Lumber: Why Woodworkers Should Be Looking At The Ends of Boards (Video Below)
Updated on November 28th, 2020
I've noticed that most woodworkers start assessing a board by looking at its face, but if this is where your...Continue Reading
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MILLING MICRO-LUMBER: Tricks for Sawing Your Own Real Boards From Small Logs (Video Below)
Updated on November 28th, 2020
It’s easy to look past the obvious fact that lumber comes from logs, but once you start thinking this way,...Continue Reading
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HOW TO BUILD STAIRS: Key Tips & Tricks to Make Things Better (Videos Below)
Updated on November 28th, 2020
If you're thinking of building stairs (or have a pro build them for you), you've come to the right place This article...Continue Reading
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GENERATORS FOR OUTDOOR LIVING: Features to Look for As You Shop
Updated on March 16th, 2021
Choosing a generator for outdoor living activities Models that are ideal for camping, RVing and outdoor events are...Continue Reading
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BASEMENT SUBFLOOR INSTALLATION TIPS: See How It’s Done in the Real World
Updated on April 3rd, 2021
Want to do as good a job as possible installing a subfloor in your basement Watch the video tutorial up next for...Continue Reading
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FLAT TIRE FIX: Don’t Forget Grandpa’s Advice About Valve Leaks
Updated on November 21st, 2020
A couple of years ago I got busy fixing a flat tire on my lawn tractor, and the job took much longer than it needed to...Continue Reading
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AIR-SOURCE HEAT PUMPS: These Systems Deliver Economical Winter Warmth
Updated on November 21st, 2020
How happy would you be if your utility company put electricity on sale, offering three kilowatt-hours of power for...Continue Reading
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REFINISHING A HARDWOOD TABLE 2 OF 2: Buffing an Oil-Finished Table Top
Updated on November 20th, 2020
In this week’s video episode, watch how a repairable oil finish is made exceptionally smooth the best way...Continue Reading
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3 Basement Flooring Options & $100 Gift Card Giveaway
Updated on November 18th, 2020
The flooring (and subfloor) you choose has a huge impact on how your basement feels and performs, and on indoor air...Continue Reading
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SMALL TOWN LIFE: Now More Than Ever, Life Outside the City is Looking Good
Updated on November 13th, 2020
There’s an opportunity for many people and it’s going to waste This opportunity is presented by the thousands of...Continue Reading