CIRCULAR SAWS: Tips on Choosing A Model You’ll Love
Hand-held circular saw power tools open a wide range of home improvement possibilities, says Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man.
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CAULKING SUCCESS: There’s More Involved Than Meets the Eye
Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, teaches do-it-yourself homeowners how to caulk properly and prevent futile blobs of ineffectual goop.
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EXTERIORS: Essential Tips for Finishing Outdoor Wood So It Lasts
Steve Maxwell, Canadas Handiest Man, reveals what woodworkers can expect from various outdoor wood finishing options.
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COOL TOOLS: See a Modern Reproduction of An Adjustable Wrench Not Make Since 1929
Back on September 17, 1929, inventor Edwin J. Evans received a patent for a unique type of adjustable wrench that he called the Zip Grip. Very few were produced over the course of the remaining year that the company remained…
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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
