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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Do I Finish a Wooden Countertop”
Updated on January 16th, 2021
Q: How should I finish a 3 foot wide x 10 foot long lodgepole pine countertop I’m making for a kitchen and bar I want...Continue Reading
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BAILEY LINE LIFE VIDEO EP.10: Spot Welder Unboxing & Trial
Updated on February 8th, 2019
In this week’s video episode you get to see a 220-volt spot welder unboxing that honking-big spot welder in...Continue Reading
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BUILD YOUR OWN TRADITIONAL FACE FRAME CABINETS: VIDEO #31 – BISCUIT JOINED DOORS
Updated on February 9th, 2019
This video is one of 42 instructional videos that are part of my online course BUILD YOUR OWN TRADITIONAL FACE FRAME...Continue Reading
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BAILEY LINE LIFE EP.9: New Jigsaw, New Nailer & Burning Steel Wool
Updated on February 1st, 2019
In this week’s video episode see why fine steel wool is a definite fire hazard in your shop and home watch...Continue Reading
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CORD REPAIR: How to Install Replacement Ends
Updated on February 2nd, 2019
Sooner or later, the ends of most electric cords fail But replacing the bad end with a new end is simple, inexpensive...Continue Reading
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INSULATION MYTHS: Four Popular Misconceptions Busted
Updated on May 14th, 2019
Winter is the season when people in cold regions rely most on home insulation because winter presents the greatest need...Continue Reading
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Q&A of the Week: “What Type of New Furnace Should I Get?”
Updated on May 14th, 2019
Q: What type of new furnace should I get My existing oil furnace has a problem and I’m getting an oil smell in the...Continue Reading
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BAILEY LINE LIFE EP. 7: Making Wooden Wedges, Manual Skills Decline & Great Old Tools
Updated on June 18th, 2019
In this week’s video episode, watch a simple and effective way to make your own construction wedges a rant...Continue Reading
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BUILD A SWIM PLATFORM: Download Plans, Materials List, Instructions & Video
Updated on May 14th, 2019
WANT TO BUILD A SWIM PLATFORM This is the place to get your free plans and instructions I’m Steve Maxwell,...Continue Reading
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HOW TO INSTALL TRIM Q&A: “Should I Trust My Contractor’s Advice?”
Updated on January 19th, 2019
Q: What should I think of a contractor who wants to fasten 8” wide Douglas fir exterior window trim using stainless...Continue Reading