WOODWORKING: Ripping Versus Crosscutting Lumber
Wood is very different when cutting parallel to the grain (ripping), compared with cutting across the grain (crosscutting). The video below explains.
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GLASS-SMOOTH POLYURETHANE FINISH: Buffing Gives Great Results Every Time
Many people have trouble getting a nice smooth polyurethane finish on wood. I know because of all the questions I get on this topic. Click above to watch and learn about a very powerful technique for creating a glass-smooth polyurethane…
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Cost Comparison: Renting vs. Buying a Sauna – What’s Best for Your Home?
There’s something undeniably satisfying about stepping into a sauna after a long day. Whether it’s to soothe sore muscles, unwind after a workout, or just enjoy a moment of peace, more homeowners are exploring ways to bring this experience closer…
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How to Select the Right Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Choosing personal protective equipment (PPE) isn’t just about ticking boxes. It’s about keeping people safe. Whether you’re managing a construction crew, running a warehouse, or handling chemicals in a lab, the gear your team wears can mean the difference between…
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STRUCTURAL INSULATED PANELS: This Wall and Roof Framing Alternative Cuts Heating Costs in Half
Steve Maxwell talks about a unique building product that replaces both wood framing and conventional insulation.
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STRIPPING WIRE: Simple Tools That Make the Job Easy
Success in the workshop comes down to a bunch of skills – many of them small – that let you make good things happen. In today’s video I show the different options for stripping wire. This video is part of…
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BUILD A SWIMMING RAFT: Download FREE Plans, Materials List, Instructions & Video
Detailed plans, materials list, instructions and video right here. Summer will come again. Be ready with a swim platform.
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EQUIPMENT: Why I Choose Old Versus New Tractors & Outdoor Machinery
In this week’s video episode . . . see a cost comparison between an old tractor and a purchased-new snowblower, take a tour of the fixes that made a 30+ year-old tractor reliable (sort of),
see what a “woodworking” hole saw did to 3/4″-thick steel & more -
WOODWORKING: 6 Top Tips for Succeeding With Rough Lumber (Videos, Too)
Milling rough lumber for workshop woodworking projects saves money, but it also opens more creative possibilities than standard, pre-dressed lumber. Greater creative control is one reason I work with rough lumber when building furniture, but success demands more than just running boards…
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INTERIORS: “Is There Anything Wrong With Leaving a Wood Floor Bare?”
Question: Do I really need to finish a wooden plank floor I’ve discovered in a bedroom in my cottage when we removed old flooring? The bedroom is over a half-height crawl space where the pump and electrical panel is. My…
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PHILOSOPHY: The Impracticality of Beauty
Although it’s not thought of very often – and perhaps spoken of even less – a life surrounded by beauty is one of the most important things in life. And this is probably the case for more people than realize…
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The Difference Between Traditional Sales and Cash Sales
Selling a home can be a turning point in someone’s life. For some, it’s an exciting leap toward something new. For others, it’s a stressful race against time. While most people are familiar with the traditional way of selling a…
