If you’re dealing with pesky little insects buzzing around your home, chances are you have gnats. Even though gnats are harmless to humans, the more they breed, the more they can create an ongoing, frustrating problem for your home. As…
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, offers up four easy steps to bring your old chisel back to life.
See one of the most under-appreciate power tools around tackle a tough job with ease. Click below to watch.
Many construction projects benefit from the services of a professional structural engineer, irrespective of building type whether it’s residential or commercial property. Your project success depends heavily on their essential role that enables safe conditions, stable structure and optimal performance….
When your AC stops working, what’s the first thing you do? Most people pick up the phone and call in the experts. However, it’s not always necessary to get an HVAC technician out. There are a surprising number of things…
Just like the old musical classics stay evergreen, so do traditions. We can attest to this fact by observing the Canadian comeback to homesteading. Many families are embracing this lifestyle to rid themselves of the precariousness of urban living. If…
Homesteading is sprouting like wildflowers after a drought. What was once considered to be old-fashioned is making a comeback. Many are leaving the priciest cities to settle in rustic areas. Their desires may be rooted in the soil of modern…
Aging gracefully while maintaining independence is a goal many seniors strive for. This matters because the aging population is witnessing a rapid increase in the US. According to the Population Reference Bureau, the number of Americans over 65 is expected…
Check out the best way I know of for making tight joints between large, thick pieces of wood (as for a big table top). A jointer won’t work, but a router with a straight bit will.
If you’d like to repair or upgrade small items such as electronics, you need more than just an ordinary screwdriver. You need small, precise and specially-shaped drivers made for the job. The video below is a review of the new,…
Your three-season porch is maybe one of your favorite spots in your whole house. But what if it has lost a bit of its original charm lately – scuffed floors, saggy cushions, or the whole space just feels off and…
Thinking of getting a wood splitter? Check out my video review of the best selling wood splitter in Canada. Except for one minor issue, I like it a lot. See how this economical model works in both horizontal & vertical splitting modes; see how the engine layout is open, making maintenance easy; watch the aggressive wedge pop firewood apart quickly, and more.